Real estate agents and brokers viewed as not having a very prestigious job.

The Harris Poll® asked in a survey which occupations were viewed as prestigious and which were viewed as having little or no prestige.   Real estate agents and brokers were shared the bottom of the list with actors, accountants, and stock brokers.  The survey concluded that the ability to earn a substantial income does not translate to prestige.

At the end of the day it is up to you to determine how the public views you as a professional real estate agent or broker.  Their view of you will most likely be how they view the real estate industry.  An honest, professional, polite, courteous, prompt, dedicated, knowledgeable, listening, friendly, confident but not cocky, and kind real estate agent will usually be viewed in a favorable light by his or her customers and serve as a shining example of our industry.  Those agents who act in a manner opposite of the qualities I just described will continue to add to the negative perception of real estate agent.