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How to Become a Real Estate Paralegal

A prerequisite for the majority of real estate paralegal jobs is a bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, pre-law, political science or related field and/or a paralegal certificate with experience assisting in brokering real estate transactions. Those seeking entry-level real estate paralegal positions should make sure they have at least the education requirements met to be competitive. Gain paralegal experience by taking advantage of internships offered through the paralegal school you plan on attending.

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Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies offers a Bachelor's of Science in Paralegal Studies with a Real Estate Law specialization that will help prepare students for careers in the real estate paralegal field as well as meet the bachelor's degree and paralegal certification requirements at many firms. For those individuals already holding a bachelor's degree, Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies also offers a Post-Baccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate. Request information from Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies BSPS Real Estate Law program or a certificate program today.

Real Estate Paralegal Job Description and Duties

Real Estate Paralegals' job descriptions and duties vary depending on the law firm, real estate agency or title company they work for. This is a general overview of a real estate paralegal's function in leasing, residential and commercial real estate businesses.

Under the supervision of their employer, Commercial and Residential Real Estate Paralegals assist in reviewing title reports, preparing leases and closing documents, assist attorneys in closing of sales, purchases, leasing and financing transactions. In some cases real estate paralegals will work the entire transaction from initiation of contracts through closing and others may specialize in closing or other areas of complex real estate transactions.

Useful skills for real estate paralegals to possess include: knowledge of financing, lease negotiation and lending documents and procedures, strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work on real estate transactions from the initial contract through the closing, and work with minimal supervision. These necessary skills are taught at paralegal schools in some form or another and will have a greater emphasis in those programs that offer a specialization in real estate.

Real Estate Paralegal Salary

The job outlook for paralegals is expected to grow 27% or more through 2014 according to the US Dept. of Labor. Opportunities for advancement are plentiful for those who work hard. We researched paralegal job postings across the country and found that real estate paralegal salaries ranged from around $40,000 to over $75,000 a year depending on location, education and experience.

Paralegal Degrees and Certificates

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Bryant & Stratton College : Bryant & Stratton College Online is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, one of the six regional accreditation agencies recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Virginia College: Virginia College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), which is an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies: The Kaplan University School of Legal Studies is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, which is recognized by the NFPA and NALA. In addition to meeting the NFPA and NALA work experience requirements, graduates of the Kaplan University paralegal programs will be eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam. Request no obligation information from these paralegal programs today.

AAS in Paralegal Studies
BS in Paralegal Studies
BS in Legal Studies
Post-Baccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate
Advanced Start in BS Paralegal Studies

Herzing University Online: Herzing University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, which is an accrediting body recognized by the US Department of Education. Graduates of the AS in Legal Assisting and Paralegal program are eligible to sit for the Certified Legal Assistant and Certified Paralegal exams administered by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).

AS in Legal Assisting and Paralegal
BS in Legal Studies

Colorado Technical University/Stonecliffe College: Stonecliffe College Online offers one of the most up to date and accredited paralegal associate degree programs in the country. Students are educated in document organization systems, handling document production, how to write legal correspondence and other relevant skills necessary for paralegal career preparation. Colorado Technical University paralegal programs are accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam, with the required work experience.

A.S. Paralegal Studies

George Washington University: This program is identical to the on-campus master's program offered at GW, but offered entirely online..

Master of Professional Studies in Paralegal Studies

Minnesota School of Business: Request information from the online paralegal program today.

Associate's in Paralegal
Bachelor's in Paralegal

Everest University Online: The Everest College Online paralegal associate and bachelor degree programs are widely recognized for graduating some of the most qualified and successful paralegals in the country. Everest College, formerly known as Florida Metropolitan University, ranked in the top 100 paralegal schools by www.paralegal100.com. Everest College Online is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, which with the required work experience, makes graduates eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam.

Paralegal Associate's Degree
Paralegal Bachelor's Degree

Keiser University: E-Campus Online Programs. Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, which is recognized as a national accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Legal Studies

South University: South University is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The University is also a member of the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE)

Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Legal Studies

Southwest Florida College Online: Request information from the associate's in Paralegal Studies program today.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

On-Campus Paralegal Training Programs

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Everest Institute:

Programs Offered: Paralegal

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Pittsburgh, PA , Rochester, NY

Everest College:

Programs Offered: Paralegal, Criminal Justice, Criminal Investigations

Campus Locations: Arlington, VA, Aurora, CO, Colorado Springs, Dallas, TX, Fort Worth, TX, Mesa, AZ, Ontario, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Paralegal Associate's Degree (ABA Approved), Portland, OR, Salt Lake City, UT, Springfield, MO, Thornton, CO, Vancouver, WA

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Brown Mackie College:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Paralegal

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Tucson, AZ, Indianapolis, IN, Miami, FL

Center for Advanced Legal Studies:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Certificate | Paralegal Studies (ABA Approved and Accredited)

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Houston

Eagle Gate College:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Paralegal

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Salt Lake City and Layton and Online

Fremont College:

Programs Offered: Associate's of Arts in Paralegal Studies American Bar Association (ABA) Approved

Click a Location to Request Program Information => Cerritos, CA.

Hesser College:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Paralegal

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Concord, Portsmouth, Manchester, Nashua

Keiser University:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Crime Scene Tech, Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies

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Tampa, FL, Daytona Beach, FL, Sarasota, FL, Tallahassee, FL, Port St. Lucie, FL, Kendall, FL, Lakeland, FL, Melbourne, FL, West Palm Beach, FL.

Platt College:

Programs Offered: Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Campuses located in Los Angeles, CA and Ontario, CA . Request information from these campuses today.

South College:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies

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Asheville, NC, Knoxville, TN (ABA Approved)

South University:

Programs Offered: Associate's and Bachelor's | Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, Legal Studies

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Montgomery, AL, Savannah, GA, West Palm Beach, FL, Columbia, SC

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