10 Best Books For New Real Estate Agents

So, you want to be a real estate agent? Congratulations! You’ve taken the first step towards a career that is both challenging and rewarding. Trying to break into the real estate industry can feel like a daunting task. Not only do you have to be knowledgeable about the field, but you also need to be up-to-date on the latest news, trends, and of course, have a Rolodex full of contacts.

Luckily, we live in a day and age where information is readily available at our fingertips. With a few clicks of a button, you can order whatever book you need to help get your career in real estate off the ground. And to save you the trouble, we’ve gone ahead and put together a list of 10 books every new real estate agent should read. We even made an honorable mention of 50 other books that can help you get started!

1. The Millionaire Real Estate Agent by Gary Keller: This book is considered the bible for real estate agents. It covers everything from finding leads to building your business so that you can make a six-figure income. If you’re serious about becoming a real estate agent, this is a must-read.
   
2. The Real Estate Investor’s Guide to Passive Income by Lynn Pineda: This book is perfect for those who want to build wealth through real estate but don’t want the hassle of being a landlord or property manager. It covers everything from finding the right properties to generating passive income streams.
   
3. The Education of an Urban Realtor by William Dolt: This book follows the story of a successful urban realtor as he goes from rookie to top earner. It’s packed with helpful tips and insider secrets that will help you succeed in the competitive world of urban real estate.
   
4. The Art of Flipping Properties by Kent Clothier: Kent Clothier is one of the most successful property flippers in the country, and in this book he shares his secrets for success. If you’re interested in flipping properties, this is a must-read.
   
5. The Business of Buying and Selling Homes by Bill Gage: This book covers everything from finding motivated sellers to negotiating deals so that you can get the best possible price for your home sale clients. If you want to be a successful real estate agent, you need to know how to close deals, and this book will teach you how.
   
6. Becoming an Influential Realtor by Samantha Hulme: In today’s world, social media is more important than ever before, and this book will teach you how to use it to your advantage as a real estate agent. You’ll learn how to build your online presence, attract leads, and turn prospects into clients.
   
   7. How To Become A Power Agent In Real Estate by Darryl Davis: This book is written by one of the top producing Agents in North America who reveals what it really takes to be successful in real estate sales. Darryl Davis is also a trainer for new Agents and explains methods he uses to coach Agents to double their income within 12 months. It’s an informative read that will give you insights into what it takes to be a top producer.
      
   8. Crash Course in Real Estate Legalese by Janet Portman: This book provides a crash course in understanding all the legal jargon involved in buying and selling property so that you can confidently represent your clients during transactions. While you certainly don’t need to become a lawyer to be in the real estate business, learning a little extra can go a long way when helping your clients.
      
   9. Guerilla Marketing For Realtors by Mark Evans and Jay Conrad Levinson: Jay Conrad Levinson is the father of guerilla marketing, and in this book, he shows how real estate agents can use his strategies to stand out from the competition and get more clients.
      
   10. Dream Homes By Design by Barbara Corcoran: In this visually stunning book, well-known TV personality Barbara Corcoran shares her insights on what makes a house appealing and how you can use those same principles when working with buyers and sellers

These books are essential reading for anyone looking to begin or further their career in real estate. Each book offers something unique, whether it be helpful tips on how to sell houses like the pros or interesting case studies that will teach you what NOT to do when working with clients. Add them all to your summer reading list and get ahead of the competition!

Honorable Mention: 50 More Books For New Real Estate Agents

1. “To Sell is Human” by Daniel Pink
2. “Real Estate Investing 101” by J Scott
3. “The Real Estate Investor’s Pocket Calculator” by Michael C. Thomsett
4. “The Real Estate Agent’s Complete Guide to FSBOs” by William Bronchick
5. “The ABCs of Real Estate Investing” by Ken McElroy
6. “Real Estate Finance and Investment Manual” by Jack Cummings
7. “Real Estate Investing for Dummies” by Eric Tyson and Robert S. Griswold
8. “The Complete Guide to Real Estate Finance for Investment Properties” by Steve Berges
9. “The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investing” by Joshua Dorkin
10. “The Real Estate Agent’s Guide to FSBOs” by Denise L. Evans
11. “The Real Estate Investor’s Field Guide” by Michael Boyer
12. “Real Estate Investing 101” by William Bronchick
13. “Real Estate Investing in Canada” by Don R. Campbell
14. “The Real Estate Investing Bible” by Than Merrill
15. “The Real Estate Investor’s Handbook” by Robert Shemin
16. “Real Estate Investing for Beginners” by Kyle Hiscock
17. “The Real Estate Agent’s Survival Guide” by Derek L. Brown
18. “The Real Estate Investor’s Toolkit” by R. J. Kelly
19. “Real Estate Investing for Dummies” by Eric Tyson and Ray Brown
20. “Real Estate Investing for the Utterly Confused” by Joseph T. Sinclair
21. “The Real Estate Investor’s Handbook” by Robert Shemin
22. “Real Estate Investing in Canada” by Don R. Campbell
23. “Real Estate Investing for Dummies” by Eric Tyson and Robert S. Griswold
24. “The Real Estate Investor’s Bible” by Than Merrill
25. “The Real Estate Agent’s Survival Guide” by Derek L. Brown
26. “The Real Estate Investing Handbook” by R. J. Kelly
27. “Real Estate Investing for Beginners” by Kyle Hiscock
28. “The Real Estate Investor’s Field Guide” by Michael Boyer
29. “Real Estate Investing 101” by William Bronchick
30. “The Real Estate Agent’s Complete Guide to FSBOs” by William Bronchick
31. “The ABCs of Real Estate Investing” by Ken McElroy
32. “Real Estate Finance and Investment Manual” by Jack Cummings
33. “Real Estate Investing for Dummies” by Eric Tyson and Robert S. Griswold
34. “The Real Estate Agent’s Guide to FSBOs” by Denise L. Evans
35. “The Real Estate Investor’s Field Guide” by Michael Boyer
36. “Real Estate Investing 101” by William Bronchick
37. “Real Estate Investing in Canada” by Don R. Campbell
38. “The Real Estate Investor’s Bible” by Than Merrill
39. “The Real Estate Investor’s Handbook” by Robert Shemin
40. “Real Estate Investing for Beginners” by Kyle Hiscock
41. “The Real Estate Agent’s Survival Guide” by Derek L. Brown
42. “The Real Estate Investor’s Toolkit” by R. J. Kelly
43. “Real Estate Investing for Dummies” by Eric Tyson and Ray Brown
44. “Real Estate Investing for the Utterly Confused” by Joseph T. Sinclair
45. “The Real Estate Investor’s Handbook” by Robert Shemin
46. “Real Estate Investing in Canada” by Don R. Campbell
47. “Real Estate Investing for Dummies” by Eric Tyson and Robert S. Griswold
48. “The Real Estate Investor’s Bible” by Than Merrill
49. “The Real Estate Agent’s Survival Guide” by Derek L. Brown
50. “Sell It Like Serhant” by Ryan Serhant