Becoming a real estate hunter
A profession in full development, it is still quite poorly understood or confused with the profession of real estate agent. Are you interested in the job and are you wondering how to become a real estate hunter? Mission, training, conditions: we explain everything you need to know to launch your career in real estate hunting!
What is a real estate hunter?
The Real estate hunter protects the interests of the buyer only (unlike the real estate agent whose client is the seller). The House or apartment hunter replaces its customers in the search for the property of their dreams. After carefully listening to their needs, they prospect all over local housing stock. He uses his perfect knowledge of the real estate market and his network of business providers to find the property that perfectly matches the criteria of his clients. Then, he negotiates the price for the benefit of his buying customers and accompanies them until the end of their purchase project.
The missions of real estate hunters
The Real estate hunter is positioned as the sole interlocutor of the buyer. He plays the role of dedicated advisor throughout the acquisition project to meet all of the client's needs. These missions are as follows:
- find the property according to the specifications given to him;
- advise and support the future purchaser;
- prospecting the entire local market;
- visit the selected properties;
- assist the buyer on the goods selected for a counter-visit;
- negotiating at the right price;
- manage administrative matters;
- ensure the successful completion of the sale;
- establish lasting partnerships with local real estate players to create a network of business providers;
- communicate and promote its real estate hunting services.
The skills and qualities of an apartment hunter
Entrepreneur, business creator, students or professionals wishing to retrain: the job of real estate hunter In fact, more than one dream! To thrive in this profession and be effective, it is recommended to demonstrate:
- Of a perfect knowledge of the territory : the hunter must know all the geographical and economic characteristics of the region in which he works. He is thus in a position to advise buyers to define criteria and research areas.
- Of relational qualities : the real estate hunter has great commercial sense. He is also dynamic, rigorous and tenacious. Very autonomous and mobile, it is responsive and available to quickly position itself on the goods for sale. He shows empathy.
- Of versatility : the hunter is a professional who is required to pilot several tasks at the same time. He is a multi-tasking champion, who has good resistance to pressure.
What real estate expertise?
For Becoming a real estate hunter, you obviously need to have a passion for real estate. Justifying a few years of experience in a real estate agency is not necessarily a plus, since you must then unlearn this profession to master the specificities of the real estate hunter. It is simply recommended to receive continuous training and to monitor the various laws and regulations. Then, a hunter can work alone or in an agency:
- T card holder or eligible : you can become a brand-licensed real estate hunter by creating your own real estate hunting agency.
- Without a T card or not eligible : you can become a researcher or an independent agent, working as a commercial agent.
La transaction card is directly delivered by the Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI).
What training to become a real estate hunter?
La Hoguet law regulates the real estate profession: it establishes a minimum level of education to be able to work as a real estate hunter. It is necessary to justify at least one Bachelor's degree in economics, management or law. However, there are equivalences: the BTS real estate profession, the notary's degree, legal capacity, etc. For candidates who do not have the required diploma, a Validation by Acquired Experience (VAE) is possible thanks to proven experience in a real estate agency. It will be necessary to justify between 1 and 10 years of experience depending on the status occupied and the equivalent requested. So everyone can claim it!
Becoming a real estate hunter is a great career opportunity. You will be able to make your talents as a real estate prospector speak for themselves and exercise a human and exciting job. It is a job that is both rewarding and challenging. And if, during your career, you want to collaborate with The most successful real estate hunters in Paris, do not hesitate to apply to Parlez-moi de Paris !
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Olivier was able to help us find the right property for us. He listened to us and was full of suggestions. His advice was invaluable at every stage of our search and right up to the negotiation of the property. A big thank you!
I embarked on the adventure of a first Parisian acquisition following an inheritance and in a context where the market was rather sluggish. I can only thank Olivier Lebé, who guided me for several months to refine my project until the acquisition of a very beautiful apartment in the 19th arrondissement. His ability to listen, his attentive support, his perfect knowledge of the real estate market and the neighborhood allowed me to embark on this first purchase with complete peace of mind. Excellent service is an investment, but peace of mind is well worth the price!
A big thank you to Patrick for his professionalism and efficiency! Thanks to his ability to listen and his perfect knowledge of the market, he was able to find the ideal property. Tailor-made support, sound advice and exemplary responsiveness. I highly recommend his services!
