Employers of Real Estate majors in CA

Real Estate Appraisers and Assessors

Appraisers and assessors of real estate provide a value estimate on land and buildings usually before they are sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed. They appraise real property and estimate its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed schedules. Although appraisers and assessors of real estate work in offices, they often spend a large part of their day visiting properties. Most work full time during regular business hours. Most appraisers and assessors must be licensed or certified, but requirements vary widely. To obtain a certification, appraisers of residential or commercial property usually need to have at least a bachelor's degree. For assessors, most states set education and experience requirements that they must meet in order to practice. The median annual wage for appraisers and assessors of real estate was $54,010 in May 2017. Employment of appraisers and assessors of real estate is projected to grow 14 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. Employment opportunities should be best in areas with active real estate markets.

Real Estate Brokers and Sales Agents
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Real estate brokers and sales agents help clients buy, sell, and rent properties. Although brokers and agents do similar work, brokers are licensed to manage their own real estate businesses. Sales agents must work with a real estate broker. Most real estate brokers and sales agents are self-employed. Although they often work irregular hours, many are able to set their own schedules. Every state requires real estate brokers and agents to be licensed. Requirements vary by state but generally require candidates to be at least 18 years old, complete a number of hours of real estate or college courses, and pass a licensing exam. The median annual wage for real estate brokers was $56,730 in May 2017. The median annual wage for real estate sales agents was $45,990 in May 2017. Employment of real estate brokers and sales agents is projected to grow 6 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Employment generally follows the overall health of the economy and the real estate market.

Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers

Property, real estate, and community association managers take care of the many aspects of residential, commercial, or industrial properties. They make sure the property is well maintained, has a nice appearance, and preserves its resale or leasing value. They plan, direct, or coordinate the selling, buying, leasing, or governance activities of commercial, industrial, or residential real estate properties. Includes managers of homeowner and condominium associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings, or land (including rights-of-way). Most property, real estate, and community association managers work out of an office. However, many onsite managers spend a large part of their workday doing tasks away from the office, such as showing apartments, inspecting the grounds, or meeting with owners. Although many employers prefer to hire college graduates, a high school diploma combined with several years of related work experience is typically required for entry-level positions. Some managers also must have a real estate license. The median annual wage for property, real estate, and community association managers was $58,670 in May 2017. Employment of property, real estate, and community association managers is projected to grow 10 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. Job opportunities should be best for those with a college degree in business administration or real estate and for those who obtain professional credentials.