Real estate good career option....

Question

is a career in real estate a good option, such as a salesperson or even as a valuator or property manager,

im currently 16yrs old

Answer 1

As of right now, no.  Run as far away from this career field as possible.  Appraisers are hurting for business left and right, a huge percentage of mortgage companies are going out of business, and the only real estate agents that seem to be doing well are ones that have been in the business for 10+ yrs. and have good contacts with banks and are selling their foreclosures...

Answer 2

That really is a decision you have to make for yourself.   In my opinion, no it isn't a good idea in today's market climate, at least not to sell.  The education is invaluable, so taking the courses and passing the state exam won't hurt. But starting a selling career requires money to live on for several years until you get your business running and making money on it's own. But you could go into property management in the interim to learn and earn an income.