Estate Agent career guide
Estate Agents help people buy, sell and rent residential properties, providing advice, arranging viewings and negotiating sales.
Career guide reviewed by Certyz · October 2026
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What does an Estate Agent do?
Estate Agents help people buy, sell and rent residential properties, providing advice, arranging viewings and negotiating sales.
- Estate agency offices
- Properties
- Client meetings
- Estate agencies
- Property developers
- Housing associations
- Auction houses
- Self-employment
How to become an Estate Agent
Many estate agents develop through workplace training before progressing into valuation, management or specialist property roles.
Most estate agents begin through direct employment, although apprenticeships and property qualifications are also available.
Skills and progression for Estate Agent
- Sales
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Customer service
- Organisation
- Senior Negotiator
- Valuer
- Branch Manager
- Regional Manager
- Business Owner
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This Certyz guide is a starting point. Qualifications, registration rules and apprenticeship availability can change. Confirm the latest requirements with employers, course providers, relevant professional bodies and official careers guidance.
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