{"id":402647,"date":"2024-09-29T07:00:40","date_gmt":"2024-09-29T13:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adventuresincre.com\/?p=402647"},"modified":"2025-07-10T19:11:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T01:11:16","slug":"what-makes-for-bad-real-estate-job-candidate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adventuresincre.com\/what-makes-for-bad-real-estate-job-candidate\/","title":{"rendered":"What makes for a bad real estate job candidate? (Updated September 2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Just a bit of context regarding the title \u2013 <strong>this does not mean you are a bad candidate<\/strong>! This uncovers what makes you <em>the wrong<\/em> candidate for a specific role. As your track record improves, the probability that you will be more attractive to employers grows.<\/p>\n<p>I was speaking to a top employer recently about candidates. He asked me, \u201cTucker, what are the reasons these candidates are not a good fit.\u201d I was caught off guard, great question! After thinking about it for a moment, we boiled it down to 3 reasons why real estate candidates are not attractive for a specific role.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OMr8nk9Lvng\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>#1: Lack of Sophistication<\/h2>\n<p>Keeping the context of my conversation in mind, this hiring manager\u2019s firm is doing business in the $100M+ range. Say you are a candidate that is interested in this job, but your deal experience ranges from $0 &#8211; $1M deals. You will not be an attractive candidate to the employer. There is less sophistication in the modeling, financing, borrowers, types of risk, legal forms, partnerships, etc\u2026.<\/p>\n<p>If you are in the job market and want a higher probability of finding a job, my recommendation is to not go from 0 to 100!<\/p>\n<p>Work your way up patiently.<\/p>\n<p>For those that don\u2019t know, at night I am a swim coach and coach our top group. When a swimmer comes to me and thinks they are ready to move up, I see if their technique is proper, if they can make the intervals on the time allotted, and if they are in shape enough to do that consistently. It is the same with evolving into new roles within the real estate business.<\/p>\n<p><em>Be patient.<\/em> Grow into the role by working hard where you are now, with a mindset and end goal of working on bigger deals, with more sophistication. If you are currently evaluating $0 &#8211; $1M deals, go into a job that is dealing with $1M &#8211; $5M, or $5m-$25. Build up the necessary deal experience and meet new contacts who play in the more sophisticated space. Eventually, you\u2019ll find your way into that $100m+ space if you can show the employers a proven track record of being successful at each level.<\/p>\n<p>I have also seen people like yourself enroll in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventuresincre.com\/re-education\/graduate-education\/school-profiles\/\">Top Tier MBA Programs<\/a>. That will automatically help you get to that next level, as those more sophisticated firms recruit directly from those grad schools.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to find a list of those kinds of schools, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventuresincre.com\/re-education\/graduate-education\/school-profiles\/\">University Deep Dive<\/a> section.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-entry_without_sidebar wp-image-403197 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adventuresincre.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/sophisticated-individual-1210x423.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1210\" height=\"423\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>#2: Job Hoppers<\/h2>\n<p>The real estate business is small enough where if you do great work over a long period of time you will rise above the crowd. Opportunities will now seek you. Be it headhunters, internal talent acquisition professionals, or friends, people will reach out to you asking if there is any interest in joining their company. But when an employer or headhunter looks at your resume and sees that you have 4 different jobs in 6 years, that does not look good.<\/p>\n<p>Let me start by talking about your first 3 years out of college. It is okay for you to move jobs if your current one does not suit your liking, or you are not growing at the rate you had hoped. Don\u2019t be afraid to leave your current job and find a new one \u2013 I recommend it. Additionally, don\u2019t stay in a position that puts a limit on your potential. By quitting and moving on sooner rather than later, you are doing yourself and your employer a favor. If you have graduated within the last 0 &#8211; 24 months, make sure you are at a company that is giving you deal seasoning, the opportunity to meet new people, training, trust, and a path forward.<\/p>\n<p>If you are still in college, refer to my last blog post about how to evaluate this decision and have a higher probability of getting it right.<\/p>\n<p>When companies are evaluating candidates with 4+ years of experience, and they see you have not been with a company for 2-3+ years, this shows a couple of important things to be aware of:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Inability to stick with a job<\/li>\n<li>No loyalty<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>There is only so much work you can accomplish in a 2 &#8211; 3 year span of time. There is only so much trust you can build with your team in a 2 \u2013 3 year span of time. When you\u2019ve spent 4+ years working with a company, you\u2019ve seen changes happen, promotions, firings, and strategy and culture shifts. You\u2019ve proven you are not caught up in the proverbial thinking that \u201cthe grass is greener on the other side.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>I always relate it back to Tom Brady. Companies want to hire the Tom Brady\u2019s of the world. Tom is someone who has a track record of sticking with his \u201ccompany\u201d for nearly 20 years. Tom started from the bottom of the Patriots organization as the 199<sup>th<\/sup> draft pick and left them with 6 Super Bowl Championships. Every team wanted to hire him! The team that ended up doing so later won the Super Bowl that same year! Companies are looking for candidates who take ownership of their work, find ways to add value, and have proven track records in their current jobs!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><em><strong>Not sure where to start with your job search?<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Download our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventuresincre.com\/cre-company-database-tool\/\">Commercial Real Estate Company Database Tool<\/a> to browse over 2,000 real estate companies, filter by Location, Company Type, Job Function, and Property Type, and create a target list of companies for your job search.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><strong>#3: Inability to Communicate<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Great, you\u2019ve made it past the resume screening. Now companies want to dive deeper in the interview process with you, be it setting up an initial 30- to 45-minute conversation, scheduling a technical interview test, getting coffee, or a super day. If you are not able to speak confidently and succinctly or provide examples that show you\u2019ve done research on their firm, take a hike! Whereas, if you prepare by researching their firm (reaching out and building relationships with current employees, learning about the company culture, finding a weak spot within the company) and prepare in advance how YOU can add value to their firm (bringing them a deal, introducing them to a potential client, giving them a sample of your work), there is a high probability you\u2019ll go into this interview or meeting with confidence and get asked back for another interview.<\/p>\n<p>Hiring managers are looking for candidates who know what they want.<\/p>\n<p>Just the other day I was talking with a candidate who has been in the real estate business for 4 years and wanted a new job. When I asked where he wanted to be, he said I\u2019m open to everything! That is not what a recruiter, or hiring manager, wants to hear. Whereas, if this specific candidate said the following, I\u2019d think differently. \u201cI\u2019ve worked in Asset Management, Property Management, Development, and Capital Markets. With all that experience, my favorite was Development because I got to see all aspects of the business. I know what each stakeholder wants and that is why I\u2019d be a great Developer.\u201d I would immediately agree with them and try and get them into the next step of the hiring process.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAsk and you shall receive\u201d is a value that I live by. It doesn\u2019t hurt to ask your boss for or to bring them a more sophisticated deal. It doesn\u2019t hurt to communicate with your team the reasons you are not happy. It doesn\u2019t hurt to ask for honest feedback about your ability to communicate, in person or through your work.<\/p>\n<p>Hiring managers today focus on all these points if they see your resume come across their desk.<\/p>\n<p>For you to continue to evolve in your career, keep all these points in mind while searching for that next position in Commercial Real Estate.<\/p>\n<h2>Create Your Own Case Study<\/h2>\n<p>One way to stand out as a real estate job candidate is by showcasing your ability to analyze and present deals. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adventuresincre.com\/real-estate-case-studies-creator-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Real Estate Case Study Creator<\/a> is a\u00a0 tool that allows you to create detailed case studies of your past transactions or hypothetical deals. Whether you&#8217;re applying for a role in acquisitions, development, or asset management, this tool helps demonstrate your modeling skills, deal experience, and strategic thinking. Use it to create compelling case studies that can serve as a portfolio of your work, adding a layer of sophistication to your resume and interviews.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions about What Makes a Bad Real Estate Job Candidate<\/h2>\n<div  class='togglecontainer av-badcandidatefaq2024-a88882e83a1c951dbc74debb6134471c av-minimal-toggle  avia-builder-el-0  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\" >\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-q1-3ea0dd2abeaf2af3cfae9990bcc35673'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-1' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-1' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-1' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"What does \u201clack of sophistication\u201d mean in a real estate job candidate?\" data-title-open=\"What does \u201clack of sophistication\u201d mean in a real estate job candidate?\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: What does \u201clack of sophistication\u201d mean in a real estate job candidate?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: What does \u201clack of sophistication\u201d mean in a real estate job candidate?\">What does \u201clack of sophistication\u201d mean in a real estate job candidate?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-1' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-1' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>It means the candidate lacks experience with larger, more complex deals. For example, someone with $0\u2013$1M deal experience is less attractive to firms working on $100M+ transactions due to limited exposure to sophisticated modeling, financing, and partnership structures.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-q2-def442f01b3106679433da5d7424d165'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-2' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-2' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-2' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"How can candidates improve their sophistication over time?\" data-title-open=\"How can candidates improve their sophistication over time?\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: How can candidates improve their sophistication over time?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: How can candidates improve their sophistication over time?\">How can candidates improve their sophistication over time?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-2' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-2' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Work progressively through deal sizes ($1M\u2013$5M, then $5M\u2013$25M, etc.) and build a proven track record. Another option is enrolling in a top-tier MBA program, where sophisticated firms often recruit talent directly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-q3-151f12da5480e15595dbd874a76572cc'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-3' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-3' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-3' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"Why is job hopping a red flag in real estate?\" data-title-open=\"Why is job hopping a red flag in real estate?\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: Why is job hopping a red flag in real estate?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: Why is job hopping a red flag in real estate?\">Why is job hopping a red flag in real estate?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-3' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-3' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Employers see frequent moves (e.g., 4 jobs in 6 years) as a sign of instability or lack of loyalty. Staying 2\u20133+ years allows candidates to build trust, deliver meaningful results, and grow with the company\u2014attributes highly valued by hiring managers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-q4-0d69ee70ad457d20c7c1aee771e68494'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-4' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-4' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-4' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"Is it okay to leave your first job out of college quickly?\" data-title-open=\"Is it okay to leave your first job out of college quickly?\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: Is it okay to leave your first job out of college quickly?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: Is it okay to leave your first job out of college quickly?\">Is it okay to leave your first job out of college quickly?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-4' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-4' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes. In the first 0\u201324 months post-graduation, it&#8217;s acceptable to move on if the role isn\u2019t providing growth, training, or deal seasoning. Early-career moves can help align you with long-term goals, but repeated short tenures later in your career raise concerns.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-q5-980dd3170d529eb455c79ce2a49b03e9'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-5' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-5' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-5' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"How does poor communication affect a candidate\u2019s chances?\" data-title-open=\"How does poor communication affect a candidate\u2019s chances?\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: How does poor communication affect a candidate\u2019s chances?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: How does poor communication affect a candidate\u2019s chances?\">How does poor communication affect a candidate\u2019s chances?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-5' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-5' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>If candidates can\u2019t speak confidently or fail to clearly articulate how they can add value to a firm, it\u2019s a dealbreaker. Strong communication includes doing research, preparing examples, and showing alignment with the company\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-q6-2a7cca83c5024ae8a3a9e4516c65d24d'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-6' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-6' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-6' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"What do hiring managers want to hear in interviews?\" data-title-open=\"What do hiring managers want to hear in interviews?\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: What do hiring managers want to hear in interviews?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: What do hiring managers want to hear in interviews?\">What do hiring managers want to hear in interviews?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-6' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-6' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>They want clarity and conviction. For instance: \u201cI\u2019ve worked in Asset Management, Property Management, Development, and Capital Markets. My favorite is Development because I understand what each stakeholder needs.\u201d This shows direction and fit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-q7-4656a91d17d387269e3e0defda37fac4'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-7' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-7' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-7' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"How can candidates improve their communication skills?\" data-title-open=\"How can candidates improve their communication skills?\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: How can candidates improve their communication skills?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: How can candidates improve their communication skills?\">How can candidates improve their communication skills?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-7' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-7' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Ask for feedback from teammates or mentors, practice interview scenarios, and always research firms in advance. Use real examples of your work and clearly outline how you would contribute to the firm\u2019s success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-q8-5c705a0f034080368b431446c02ceeff'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-8' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-8' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-8' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"What\u2019s one way to stand out as a job candidate?\" data-title-open=\"What\u2019s one way to stand out as a job candidate?\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: What\u2019s one way to stand out as a job candidate?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: What\u2019s one way to stand out as a job candidate?\">What\u2019s one way to stand out as a job candidate?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-8' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-8' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Use the A.CRE Real Estate Case Study Creator to build detailed case studies (real or hypothetical). This showcases your modeling ability, deal insight, and strategic thinking\u2014making you far more compelling to hiring managers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><div  class='av_promobox av-av_promobox-c084e8a37105a8903c5341212b4fd7d0 avia-button-yes'><div class='avia-promocontent'><p><strong>About the Author:<\/strong> Tucker is the Head of Training and Career Services at A.CRE where he works with universities, companies, and candidates to provide training and job placement. Prior to A.CRE, Tucker spent two years at the 9th largest executive recruitment firm, where he focused on recruiting top talent in Commercial Real Estate. Tucker holds a BBA in Real Estate Finance from Southern Methodist University. While at SMU, Tucker was President of the Real Estate Club and was instrumental in providing guidance and connecting students with careers in CRE. Tucker currently resides in Dallas, TX. 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