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| Agent JumpStart™ Overview |
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| Q. | What is Agent JumpStart™? |
| A. | The C.A.R. Agent JumpStart™ Program is a fast paced, 3-day, series of courses designed to support real estate licensees by instructing them on the proven fundamental practices of how to succeed in their chosen profession. This is a crash course that will give agents the know-how and confidence to get on the right track and succeed in today's competitive real estate market. |
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| General |
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| Q. | Who should take the Agent JumpStart™ Program? |
| A. | All new real estate licensees or sales associates who do not have experience working in a real estate office. Licensees that do not have access to sales training should take Agent JumpStart™ to gain the basic skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as a real estate agent working on commissions. |
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| Q. | Who is eligible to take the Agent JumpStart™ Program? |
| A. | Any newly licensed real estate person or anyone contemplating entering or re-entering the real estate profession as a sales agent may take the Agent JumpStart™ Program. |
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| Q. | What is the purpose of the Agent JumpStart™ Program? |
| A. | The purpose of the Agent JumpStart™ Program is to introduce a newly licensed real estate agent or an agent returning to working on commissions to the basic principals of working with buyers and sellers and to protect themselves with basic knowledge of disclosures and legal issues that can get an agent into trouble. This program is intended as a precursor to other more extensive educational programs such as the GRI designation series of courses or the CRS designation. |
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| Q. | Where can I attend C.A.R. Agent JumpStart™? |
| A. | There are C.A.R. Agent JumpStart™ programs offered throughout
the state of California, mostly hosted through local Association of REALTORS®
at their locations. Please click on the "locations" tab for a list of locations. |
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| Q. | Do we need to purchase course materials for C.A.R. Agent JumpStart™? |
| A. | You will receive a workbook the first day of your Agent JumpStart™
training that includes all the topics covered in the 3 day program.
You need to bring this book with you each day to follow along with the
instruction and for taking notes. |
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| Q. | What if I loose my Agent JumpStart™ Workbook? |
| A. | If you arrive at class on the second or third day of training without
your Agent JumpStart™ Workbook, you will need to purchase a replacement
Workbook from the instructor for an additional fee of $35. |
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| Q. | What if I need to cancel my registration for Agent JumpStart™? |
| A. | You have a grace period of 3 days, or 72 hour prior to the start of
class to cancel your Agent JumpStart™ program in order to receive a
full refund of your payment. Cancellations made after 72 hours prior to the
start of the program are ineligible for refunds. Please contact Professional Realty Institute at 888.785.4800 or 626.229.9900 to make any cancellations. |
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| Q. | What if I miss a day of Agent JumpStart™ training? |
| A. | There are no make-up days if you miss one of the three days you have
registered for, so please make every attempt at getting to class on all three days. |
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| Q. | Do I get a certificate after completing the Agent JumpStart™ program? |
| A. | Upon completing all three days of Agent JumpStart™ training you will
receive a certificate of completion for the program. |
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| Q. | I took my real estate exam, but have not received my real estate license. When may I begin the Agent JumpStart™ program? |
| A. | You may begin attending the C.A.R. Agent JumpStart™ Program as
soon as you have received notification that you have passed your real estate exam.
You do not need to wait until you receive your license to being learning! |
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| Q. | I purchased a Agent JumpStart™ kit on-line; Can I use those materials for the C.A.R. Face2Face Agent JumpStart™ program? |
| A. | The C.A.R. Agent JumpStart™ Workbook is different from the
kit that can be purchased online for home study. You will receive your
Agent JumpStart™ Workbook included with the cost of the
program on the first day of class. |
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| Exams |
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| Q. | Do I have to take a test with Agent JumpStart™? |
| A. | You do not have to take a test after the Agent JumpStart™ program. |
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| Administrative |
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| Q. | What is the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® involvement with Agent JumpStart™? |
| A. | The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® is the owner and sponsor of the
Agent JumpStart™. The program is regulated and monitored by C.A.R.
for content and accuracy. |
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| Q. | Do I need to be a member of the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® to take Agent JumpStart™? |
| A. | All new real estate licensees are welcome to attend the C.A.R. Agent
JumpStart™ Program, and neither membership in the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® nor a local Association of REALTORS® is a requirement. |
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