Agents, Brokers, & REALTORS
“Hi Gary. We really enjoy reading your newsletter. We’re going to be selling my aunt’s home in Clairemont soon and will be looking for an agent. I’ve seen several different titles. What’s the difference between a Realtor, an agent, and a broker?”
***ANSWER:
A real estate agent in California can have either a salesperson’s or a broker’s license. Salesperson is the basic license.
A broker has a higher level license that allows one to “hang out a shingle” and run a real estate company. Brokers can also work under another broker.
A REALTOR is an agent (broker or salesperson) who is a member of the National Association of Realtors. Most but NOT all agents in San Diego are Realtors. Your odds of getting a good agent are much higher when you work with a Realtor.
