**Your no-nonsense guide to becoming a successful real estate agent in the Australian and New Zealand markets *As the Australian and New Zealand housing markets begin to recover, now is the time to make the jump to your new career as a real estate agent. If you're already an agent, it's a great time...

**Your no-nonsense guide to becoming a successful real estate agent in the Australian and New Zealand markets *As the Australian and New Zealand housing markets begin to recover, now is the time to make the jump to your new career as a real estate agent. If you're already an agent, it's a great time to sharpen your skills and increase your commissions. Success as a Real Estate Agent For Dummies *provides the foundation and advice you need to become a real estate superstar. Written specifically for agents and potential agents in Australia and New Zealand, this handy, plain-English guide gives you all the tools you need to bring in new prospects, close sales, build a referral base, plan open houses, present and close listing contracts, and give yourself a leg up on the competition. Whether you want to get involved in commercial or residential real estate, you'll find all the guidance you need to do it right.

• Includes handy tips and tricks for working with buyers

• Offers practical advice on prospecting and generating leads online, including how to use social media

• Presents tried-and-true tactics and fresh ideas for closing deals

Whether you're looking to get started in real estate, or you're a working agent who wants to up your game,* Success as a Real Estate Agent For Dummies * gives you the tools and insight you need to compete--and succeed.