Acquiring Knowledge

Researching the Real Estate Landscape

• Objective: To understand the importance of acquiring in-depth knowledge as a real estate specialist and where to begin.
• Key Points:
  • Surpassing average expectations by showcasing superior knowledge.
  • Starting with thorough research on the internet.
  • Identifying major players in the real estate market.
  • Analyzing the ratio of properties for sale to properties for rent.
  • Investigating the availability of listings and their current status.
  • Exploring the role of industry associations like the Aar Club.
  • Examining common websites used by real estate professionals for advertising.
  • Understanding commission structures and their distribution among agents.
  • Contrasting commission practices between countries like the Netherlands and the USA.
  • Recognizing significant institutions in the real estate market such as land registries and mortgage providers.