Real Estate & Property is the business of land, buildings, homes, investments, and managing how they’re used and traded. Jobs range from residential or commercial agents/brokers, property managers, real estate developers, leasing specialists, real estate analysts, investment & asset managers, facilities / building maintenance, to real estate marketing. Some roles are commission-heavy, some salaried; often a mix of sales, negotiation, finance, regulation, customer service, and sometimes technical or development skills (especially in commercial / development side). Education may vary: sales licensing, real estate courses, finance or business degrees for analyst / development roles. Local knowledge (market, zoning, laws) is very important.
$79,455
Average Salary
2%
Annual Sector Growth
46,000
Job offer
260,000
Companies
Rising interest rates & mortgage cost pressures — these affect housing affordability, demand, and which transactions occur.
Shift toward remote work / hybrid work & its impact on commercial property — demand for certain office spaces is dropping or being repurposed; location preferences are shifting.
Increased demand for housing / supply chain shortages — shortages of housing in many markets, higher construction costs, regulatory and zoning constraints.
Technology adoption — PropTech (property technology) tools for virtual showings, remote/online closings, data analytics, smart building management, automation.
Sustainability / ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) pressure — building energy efficiency, green certifications, climate-resilient construction, regulatory compliance around energy, emissions, etc.
Sales & negotiation skills (especially for agents/brokers)
Market analysis & financial modeling (for investment, development, asset management)
Property management and tenant relations (for landlords, leasing, management roles)
Local regulation / zoning / legal knowledge (taxes, permits, leasing laws)
Tech / digital skills: using real estate databases, marketing tools, virtual tours, data analytics, CRM