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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Op here.  These suggestions are very helpful and I’m so appreciative.  I am in the process of doing my real estate course but it’s taking me a long time to complete it and I’m wondering if I just throw in the towel as let’s face it, few people are buying in this market now.  I don’t have lots of contacts either.  I am not at all interested in going back to school and need to get a job soon(ish) even if it’s really meaningless as I need to accrue social security and retirement.  I put myself in a terrible position and now I will pay for my bad decisions.  [/quote]

OP, this is a really bad time to become a real estate agent. Plus even in good times, it takes someone a while to build up a solid client base and become profitable.

I would focus on becoming a teacher, like some pp's said. You would get great benefits including retirement benefits. There's a teacher shortage so you'd be in demand. You might have to start as a para while you get your certifications. Like others said, DC charter schools don't have the same stringent certifications as DCPS or other public school districts. You'll earn more than you would as a new real estate agent plus teachers get benefits.

If your kids are older, then look into driving uber for a shift or two each weekend to beef up your retirement. Cut expenses as much as possible. You can do this.[/quote]

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