Real Estate Careers
Agents, brokers, property managers, appraisers, developers — every real estate path.
Real estate careers span retail agency work, commercial brokerage, property management, appraisal, and development. Most are commission-based; some are fee or salary structures inside larger firms.
11 careers in this collection
Real Estate Lawyer
Handle property transactions, disputes, and development legal matters
Real Estate Developer
Transform land and buildings into thriving communities by managing the complex process from vision to completion
Commercial Real Estate Analyst
Drive investment decisions by analyzing commercial properties, markets, and financial models that shape the built environment
Real Estate Investment Analyst
Underwrite real estate investments for funds and REITs
Commercial Real Estate Broker
Broker office, retail, industrial, and multifamily deals
Real Estate Brokers
Operate real estate office, or work for commercial real estate firm, overseeing real estate transactions.
Property Manager
Maximize the value of real estate investments by managing properties, tenants, and operations to ensure profitability and satisfaction
Real Estate Appraiser
Determine the true market value of properties through analysis, inspection, and professional judgment, enabling fair real estate transactions
Real Estate Agent
Help people find homes and build wealth through property transactions
Real Estate Photographer
Capture properties in their best light to help agents sell homes faster and at higher prices
Luxury Real Estate Concierge
Curate luxury property experiences
Median annual wage figures are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023, for the occupation each career is classified under. Careers with no published federal figure show none.
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