Erin Meierotto

Hiring the right person can transform your real estate business — but only if you follow a smart, structured process. In this article, we break down Pro REA Staffing’s updated 5-step real estate interview process, designed to screen candidates for JCG+T: Job Fit, Culture Fit, Goal Fit, and Talent. Learn how we replaced time-wasting phone screens with high-impact written assessments, what we look for in behavioral interviews, and how we align with candidates before making an offer.

How much should you pay a real estate assistant? The answer depends on the role, experience, and your market — but salary is just the start. Today’s top candidates also care about bonuses, flexibility, and growth. In this post, we’ll show you how to think strategically about compensation and where to find real data in our 2025 Real Estate Salary Guide. Make a competitive offer with confidence and build long-term stability into your business.

Wondering when to hire a real estate assistant or grow your real estate team? The answer might be sooner than you think. Many top-producing agents make the mistake of waiting until they’re overwhelmed before hiring help — but smart agents hire early, starting with part-time or virtual support. Whether you're hiring your first real estate assistant or building a full operations team, this guide gives you the strategy to hire smarter and grow faster.