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Are you ready to step into the dynamic world of commercial real estate? Whether you’re seeking a career change, you’re just getting started in the workforce, or you’re dreaming of making your mark in the commercial real estate industry, Miller Diversified Realty offers the ideal launchpad for your success.
This is the nuts and bolts of how it works. It can vary state by state, and can change from time to time, but we hope this helps you paint a picture of how to get up and running. You can find the latest and greatest requirements for Ohio commercial real estate agents here.
Complete Pre-Licensing Education: To start your pre-licensing education, you must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. You’ll need to enroll in 120 hours of approved real estate courses, covering:
Find a Sponsoring Broker & Submit Your Application: That’s where Miller Diversified Realty comes in. Once your education is underway, you’ll need to secure a commitment from an Ohio-licensed broker to sponsor your license application. We’ll help you through this process. From there, you can complete and submit the Salesperson Examination Application, include proof of education, and pay the $81 fee. You’ll also undergo a background check, completing state and FBI criminal records checks as instructed in the application.
Pass the Licensing Exam & Activate Your License: Last step! You’ll need to schedule and pass both the state and national portions of the Ohio Real Estate Salesperson Exam, achieving a minimum score of 70%. Upon passing the exam, your license will be issued, allowing you to begin practicing. Our senior agents will be standing at the ready to help you, supporting a strong launch in your new career as a commercial real estate professional.
Miller Diversified isn’t like other teams out there. Our commercial real estate team ticks differently. Under third generation owner Jerry Miller’s leadership, our team is posting more signs per agent than any other mid-size commercial real estate brokerage in Northwest Ohio. Here’s how we make a difference to up-and-coming agents:
Our apprenticeship program is unmatched. New agents have the rare opportunity to work side by side with experienced senior agents who guide them through every aspect of the business, sharing trade secrets and industry knowledge to fast-track your success.
At Miller Diversified, we believe learning never stops. From beginner workshops to advanced sales techniques, our training programs ensure you’re always ahead of industry trends. We host weekly learning sessions (lovingly known as “Miller Diversified University”), which empower our in-house subject matter experts to spread their knowledge. We also have an active, in-house searchable knowledge base that empowers anyone on our team to tap into the collective knowledge of our organization.
Our in-house marketing team helps you get the job done, from finding listings to closing deals.
Miller Diversified offers all commercial real estate services under one roof, including development, construction, brokerage, property management, and investments.. This means that many of our customers move between business units, allowing our family of businesses to thrive as a system.
With over 100 years in business, Miller Diversified has a proven track record of innovation and success in commercial real estate. Our company is built on a foundation of values, cutting-edge strategies, and a commitment to enriching lives for generations.
We may be a 100+ year old company, but we didn’t hit that milestone by accident. In order to be the best of the best, we stay on the cutting edge of our industry. We’ve implemented a number of tech tools designed to make our commercial real estate team’s life easier. You don’t have to be a techie to reap the benefits of some of these tools. Our systems are designed to help serve up your needs on a silver platter. Here are just a few tools our agents enjoy:
An Easy-To-Use Task Management System
To-do lists are easy with our task management system. Input your tasks and stay on track without missing a beat.
Automated Listing Process
Submit your listing and our marketing team springs into action, activating a series of marketing tasks. You focus on getting listings. We’ll promote them.
Digital Resources Hub
A collection of the latest and greatest tech tools to make your life easier, and your workflow more efficient.
AI Supported Contact Acquisition
Find contact information for leads instantly without all the digging.
Miller Diversified AI Chatbot
A private Miller Diversified bot available for your use to help you write emails and generate on brand content.
A Proprietary Internal CRE Knowledgebase
Hundreds of articles, videos, classes, and trainings at your fingertips.
So you’ve got your commercial real estate license. Now what? The great part about being an agent is that every day is different, and every property is unique. If you are a lifetime learner who appreciates variety, you’ve chosen the right career track. To help you picture what life will look like, here’s a look at a day in the life of a commercial real estate agent at Miller Diversified Realty:
Your morning might start off with one of our morning training sessions or our team agent meeting, where agents meet to help one another solve problems or connect contacts. Our team connects at a regular cadence to discuss market trends, client needs, and ongoing projects, giving our agents an edge in the marketplace.
Head out into the world and conduct property tours with clients, showcasing potential investments or lease opportunities. Meet with business connections to expand your network. Connect with one of your fellow agents to tag-team or tackle your backlog of leads. Your day is what you make it!
Unlike residential real estate, the evening and weekend hours are yours in commercial real estate (plus Miller Diversified works a 4 day work week). Want to use your free time to gain an edge in your career? Our team at Miller keeps a very close pulse on networking events in the community to help you connect where and when you want to.
A CRE agent helps clients buy, sell, lease, or invest in commercial properties such as office buildings, retail spaces, industrial facilities, and multifamily housing. You’ll analyze market trends, network with industry professionals, negotiate deals, and help clients achieve their business goals.
Commercial real estate focuses on properties used for business purposes, typically involving larger transactions and longer-term leases. The market moves slower than the residential market, which many commercial agents appreciate, and while deals take longer, the commissions per closed sale are typically much larger than most residential agents earn on a residential deal.
Yes, a real estate license is required to practice commercial real estate in most states, including Ohio. You’ll need to complete pre-licensing education, pass an exam, and activate your license under a sponsoring broker like Miller Diversified.
Earnings in CRE are typically commission-based, so your income potential is closely tied to your performance. Commercial deals often involve higher dollar amounts, meaning commissions can be significantly larger than in residential real estate.
In Ohio, obtaining a license can take 3-6 months. The process involves completing 120 hours of pre-licensing education, passing the state exam, and securing sponsorship from a broker. Miller Diversified offers support programming that helps see you through this training period.
Key soft skills include:
Absolutely! At Miller Diversified, we specialize in helping newcomers succeed through our mentorship program, ongoing training, and industry-leading support systems. We can help you through the process of becoming licensed, and help you jumpstart your listings when you launch.
We offer:
While part-time opportunities exist, a full-time commitment often leads to faster growth and greater earnings. At Miller Diversified, we encourage agents to immerse themselves in the industry to maximize their potential.
It’s tough to become an expert in both. At Miller Diversified, our agents are focuses solely on the commercial sphere, and we see that agents who are focused only on commercial gain traction more quickly than agents who might try to do both.
Follow these steps to begin your journey:
