With so many real estate training organisations out there, it can be difficult to know which one to choose.
Is the cost of the course all-inclusive or are there additional charges?
It is common for some course providers to advertise a low entry-level price but then charge more for add-ons. You should check what the advertised price includes and make sure the base price includes all the features you expect, even if they are optional.
How quickly will your assessments be marked?
You work hard on your assessments and you can’t progress in some sections of the course until you have passed. So understanding the time it takes to complete the marking is crucial when it comes to choosing a training provider. At Property Training Australia, we turn around all of our marking within 48 hours and this is included in our standard price. It means you can progress through your course promptly without incurring any extra costs.
Does your course offer genuine online interactivity?
Many course providers say their courses are online, but after you’ve signed up you learn that the material is just a PDF that you need to read. That’s not real interactivity. At Property Training Australia we’re proud of our genuine online interactivity with learning materials that include videos, quizzes and all sorts of options that make learning fun and key lessons memorable.
Do the trainers genuinely care about your progress?
If you fall behind on your course work, will anyone from the training organisation check in on you? If you submit an assessment that needs further work, will you be told what you need to revise? Or will you be left to manage it yourself? It is a sad fact that many property training courses have business models that benefit if their students don’t complete the course because they save money on delivering services. At Property Training Australia, our trainers follow student progress closely and will reach out to you on areas of your coursework that need improvement, and to check in if you fall behind.
Where is the training team and support based?
It can pay to check where the team for your real estate training provider are based as outsourcing is common in the industry. At Property Training Australia, all of our team members - from trainers to support staff and markers - are Australian based and have direct real estate training experience. We also offer live support so when you call for assistance you’ll speak to a human!
How much experience do the trainers have?
Understanding the quality and experience of the trainers who will be teaching you is vitally important when it comes to choosing a training provider. You want to choose a provider whose trainers have extensive experience and know the industry inside out. At Property Training Australia, all of our trainers have a minimum of 10 years in real estate plus additional life and career experience that enhances their ability to provide superior training.
What are the payment options?
The financial commitment of a real estate training course can have a significant impact on your budget, especially if you have to pay it all at once. It is worth asking the question whether flexible payment options are available so you can spread out the cost.
