How many of us do you need? : Rooftop Views

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How many of us do you need?

Some recent stats:

There are currently 2,636,783 licensed real estate agents in the United States.

The current population of the US is 298,823,815.

The average number of people per household in the US is 4.

By doing the math, there is currently 1 real estate agent per 28 households in the US.

So you're saying, that's good. Competition is good, right?

We say competition between experienced agents is good. Competition between agents who maybe do 4 transactions a year is maybe not so good.

Think of it this way. Would you want your brain surgeon to do 4 surgeries a week or 4 surgeries a year or less? While real estate agents are certainly not brain surgeons, it only stands to reason that those who do more transactions per year have a better chance of making sure your transaction goes smoothly.

2:15 PM - May. 27, 2006 - comments {1} - post comment

re: How many of us do you need?
Great article! - I would love to use it on my blog and newsletter, of course with your byline. Is that okay?

Leisel Caldwell
www.leisel.realtownblogs.com
mailto:leisel@advantagerealty.net
Anonymous - 9:52 AM - Jun. 2, 2006