There are several start-up costs when beginning your real estate career. Some fixed costs include:

• Real estate principles course & pre-license training course.
• State exam application, license fees, & fingerprinting service.
• Membership to the Association of Realtors®, Multiple Listing Service, and Lockbox Key Service.
• Investment in technology. Minimally you should have a cell phone and Internet/ e-mail access. You should plan to own a computer, printer, database software, and digital camera within one year.
• Business cards and career announcement cards.