Types of Real Estate Professionals There are several categories of jobs under the general heading of “people who handle the sale of houses and other properties.” Most consumers are unaware of the distinctions among these roles and use the titles interchangeably - even though the legal requirements behind various titles differ. For example, review the difference between a real estate agent and a broker . Anyone who sells real estate on behalf of the owner is a real estate agent. To practice, you must first take a training course, pass a test, and receive a license. State requirements for licenses vary. There are two levels of licensure. The initial level allows you to work as a real estate agent or real estate salesperson (the two are essentially synonyms) under the supervision of a broker. To become a real estate broker requires the second level of licensure, awarded after a minimum period of practice as an agent, further study, and a more stringent test. A...