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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

Compare real estate career paths by deal type (residential vs commercial), comp model (commission vs salary vs fee), and licensure. Residential agents fund themselves on commission; institutional roles look more like classic finance careers.
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Commercial Real Estate Broker

Growing

Broker office, retail, industrial, and multifamily deals

Up to $600k
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Real Estate Developer

Growing

Transform land and buildings into thriving communities by managing the complex process from vision to completion

Up to $250k
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Real Estate Investment Analyst

Growing

Underwrite real estate investments for funds and REITs

Up to $200k
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Real Estate Lawyer

Growing

Handle property transactions, disputes, and development legal matters

Up to $180k
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Real Estate Brokers

Growing

Operate real estate office, or work for commercial real estate firm, overseeing real estate transactions.

Up to $161k
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Real Estate Agent

Growing

Help people find homes and build wealth through property transactions

Up to $150k
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Commercial Real Estate Analyst

Growing

Drive investment decisions by analyzing commercial properties, markets, and financial models that shape the built environment

Up to $130k✨ Bright Outlook
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Luxury Real Estate Concierge

Growing

Curate luxury property experiences

Up to $125k
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Property Manager

Growing

Maximize the value of real estate investments by managing properties, tenants, and operations to ensure profitability and satisfaction

Up to $95k
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Real Estate Appraiser

Growing

Determine the true market value of properties through analysis, inspection, and professional judgment, enabling fair real estate transactions

Up to $90k
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Real Estate Photographer

Growing

Capture properties in their best light to help agents sell homes faster and at higher prices

Up to $90k

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