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Real Estate Developer

Real Estate Developers identify, acquire, and develop properties for residential, commercial, or mixed-use purposes.

Typical pay
$105,000/yr
Education
Associate/Bachelor's (common) | Licensing for some roles (Series exams, etc.) | Certifi…
Outlook
Steady

Why this matters in Real Estate

Agents and developers move the property market.

What you’d actually do

Identify development opportunities, conduct feasibility studies, secure financing and investors, obtain permits and zoning approvals, manage construction teams, oversee project budgets and timelines, and market completed properties.

What can I do right now?

  • Investment clubs, DECA, Business competitions, Budgeting projects

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