Self Employed Estate Agents
If you’re considering becoming a self-employed estate agent, you’re in the right place.
As the founder of Hortons, one of the very first brokerages for self-employed estate agents, we’ve helped agents launch new businesses and go self-employed all over the country.
Going self-employed requires a great deal of thought—it’s a significant risk, and you give up the security of a monthly salary and job stability.
However, if you have the necessary experience and are self-motivated, you could open a whole new chapter in your career—earning more money, with greater freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment than you ever thought possible.
Are you ready to go self-employed?
5 signs you’re ready to become a self-employed estate agent
There’s no doubt that becoming a self-employed agent takes a huge leap of faith, even for the most experienced estate agents. So how do you know when you’re ready, and how can you maximize your chances of success? I believe there are five key signs that indicate you’

How much experience do you need to become a self-employed estate agent?
If you’re thinking about becoming a self-employed agent and wondering if you’re experienced enough to make it a success, this article can help guide you through the process and provide you with the options you need.

4 tips for agents considering self-employment
If you’re considering becoming a self-employed agent, you likely fall into one of two categories: currently working as an employed agent or seeking to enter the industry as a new agent. This article focuses on the former, as it’s my personal view that you should only decide to

What are the legal requirements?
The legal requirements for self-employed estate agents: Your definitive guide to getting started
Setting up as a self-employed estate agent under a brokerage, such as Hortons, can be an exciting and rewarding move. However, it’s essential to understand the administrative and legal responsibilities that come with it. It might seem daunting at first, but whether you are stepping into this role for

Insights from successful agents
Lessons from a self-employed estate agent
Have you considered going self-employed, but don’t feel ready to take the jump? This week, I speak to Gianfranco Paparozzi, Partner at Hortons about his journey as a self employed agent. I’ve always admired Gianfranco’s approach to the way he’s built his business. He’s been

3 Pieces of advice to remember when setting up your own estate agency or going self-employed
1. Prospect, don’t advertise When starting out, you’re hungry for results and might be tempted to take the path of least resistance to get properties listed and sold. Be careful. In the early stages, you’ll be bombarded with companies offering leads and advertising opportunities and you should

The positive impact of more self-employed agents and brokerages
The rise of self-employed estate agents shows no signs of slowing down. My company, Hortons, has been a brokerage since 2016, making us one of the very first in the country. We’ve seen the ups and downs of the market, the pros and cons of the model, and, most
