The ongoing appeal of a career in real estate

For many, a new year means thinking about new starts. Reflecting on our lives and what we want for the future also means taking stock of our careers. Finding work that is challenging and fulfilling but also flexible is far from easy. Flexible working hours and the prospect of earning commissions are, indeed, among the key factors that attract people to considering a move into real estate. But for Andrea Jovanoska who has been working in real estate for over six years and is now the owner of the QuickLets and Zanzi Homes Ta’ Xbiex Marina franchise, this industry offers many more benefits.

“When I came to Malta around nine years ago it was to study. I did not really have a clear career plan. After my studies, I started off as a real estate property specialist and worked my way up to team leader, then manager and finally opened my own franchise three years ago. It’s been an incredible journey, with its ups and downs, but the franchise has been a real success. I love the fact that I work with a diverse and creative team, many of whom started with no experience and are now senior property specialists,” says Andrea.

Becoming a real estate property specialist means that it provides a...