Agent Uplift
Start your
real estate Career
the right way
Step‑by‑step guidance, CE Shop pre‑licensing access, and a national community so you’re not figuring this out alone.
Complete Your Pre-Licensing On Your Terms.
Becoming a real estate agent is a straightforward process, and while each state has its own licensing authority, most states follow a similar path.
Requirements to Become An Agent
Most states have the following requirements to become a licensed agent:
Age
Be at least 18 years old (some require 19), Have a high school diploma or GED
Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident
Complete a State-Approved Pre-Licensing Course
Each state requires a certain number of education hours, ranging from 40 to 180 hours.
Courses can be done online, and many people complete them in 2 to 8 weeks depending on pace.
The course covers topics like contracts, agency, fair housing, real estate law, ethics, and finance. Click here to start courses
Pass the Real Estate Exam
The exam is proctored and includes national and state-specific questions.
You’ll schedule this through a testing center like Pearson VUE or PSI, depending on your state.
You must pass both portions to move on.
Submit your Application + Background Check
Most states require fingerprinting and a criminal background check.
You’ll fill out a license application and pay a fee.
Do your eXp Realty Application naming Shaina McAndrews as Your Sponsor
You’ll need to choose a brokerage (eXp Realty) to hold your license before you can practice.
Once approved, you’re officially a licensed real estate agent! If you joined eXp Realty and selected Shaina McAndrews as your sponsor, you now have access to all of our benefits.
Which Class should I sign up For?
Choose the Class That's Right for You
Start out the right way with classes that are self paced. You have 6 months from sign up typically to complete them. We highly recommend keeping to a fixed schedule to complete the coursework. Some people complete them in a week, some it takes longer. Create a SMART goal for you to reach the finish line.
Good Student
Courses Only
If you are a great student, have a background in real estate industry, remember everything you read, then this is the path for you!
Save money and do the courses only path.
Start your Salesperson pre-licensing with the Course Only selection!
Value
Include Exam Prep
If you may not be the best test taker include exam prep. It will help you study and prepare for the national and state exams. Most people purchase a package with exam prep.
Develop Quicker
Include Professional Development
If you have limited professional experience, definitely include their courses on professional development to better understand and grow your professionalism. This will help you get up to speed with others who may have more experience when they get licensed.
Premium
Want it All
If you want it all- Go premium. Yes you get the exam prep, professional development, but also your first continuing education round of classes to keep you going with your career, and the Essential Guidebook to Real Estate eTextbook
What We Do
What Your First Year Looks Like
We believe in being honest about what this career really looks like.
Real estate is not a get rich quick job. It takes time to build confidence, systems, and a pipeline. The early months require effort before the rewards show up. That said, this is one of the few industries where your income and growth are directly tied to the actions you take.
With the right guidance, clear structure, and support, new agents can absolutely get into production faster than the industry average. The key is knowing what to focus on and what to ignore.
You do not need to have a huge network, be perfect on camera, or know every answer on day one. You do need a willingness to learn, show up consistently, and lean into support instead of trying to figure everything out alone.
Our goal is to help you launch with clarity, realistic expectations, and confidence. When you understand the path ahead and have someone walking it with you, this career becomes not only possible but exciting.
If you are exploring real estate because you want flexibility, growth, meaningful work, and long term income potential, you are in the right place to start that conversation.
Days 1-30 Foundation
Account setup
Branding
Tools Access
Training Calendar
Onboarding
First Conversations
First Follow-up Scripts
Days 31-60 Momentum
Weekly Coaching Call
Pipeline Tracking
Listing/Buyer Consult Practice
Generating Leads
Nurturing leads
Marketing Materials
Days 61-90 Conversion
Lead Conversion Strategies
Offer Writing
Transaction Prep
Tracking Wins
Planning Scale
Days 91-180 Production & Refinement
Weekly Strategy and Conversion Calls
Advanced Lead Management + Follow-up
FastCap & Fast Forward Training Tracks
Business Systems and Marketing Refinement
Days 181-270 Growth + Leadership
Dialing in your Brand and Niche
Mentorship + Peer Leadership Opportunities
Building Repeat/Referral Pipelines
Exploring Revenue Share + ICON Roadmap
Days 271-365 Wealth + Expansion
Wealth Strategy Sessions
Expanding into Team Building or Leveraged Systems
Business Planning for Year 2
Hosting your own Open Houses, Events, + Attraction Systems
You've read this far.
You're clearly interested.
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Qualities of A Successful Agent
Real estate is not about being the loudest, the flashiest, or the most salesy. The agents who truly thrive tend to share a few core qualities:
Self Directed. No one is standing over your shoulder telling you what to do each day. Successful agents take ownership of their schedule, their follow up, and their growth.
Coachable. You do not need to know everything. In fact, the agents who grow the fastest are the ones who ask questions, implement feedback, and stay curious instead of defensive.
Consistent. Real estate rewards small actions done repeatedly. Checking in with people, showing up online, learning the market, and staying visible matter more than one big burst of effort.
Relationship Driven. This business is built on trust. Agents who genuinely like people, enjoy helping others make decisions, and care about doing the right thing tend to build long lasting careers.
Resilient. There will be days when nothing closes, deals fall apart, or clients change their minds. The agents who succeed are the ones who keep going without letting one tough moment define them.
If you see yourself in some of these qualities, you are likely far more prepared for this career than you realize.
Agent Uplift is Just The Beginning
One Decision. Five Layers of Support.
Agent Uplift
Your first layer of hands-on support. Personalized onboarding, strategic planning, mindset coaching, and a proven 90-day roadmap designed to launch and scale your business fast. You’ll never feel lost . You’ll know what to do, when to do it, and who to call.
The Network
A highly curated group of leaders committed to collaboration over competition. Gain access to local and digital masterminds and idea-sharing from agents actively growing their businesses across markets in innovative ways.
FastForward Movement
One of the most active, production-driven agent communities at eXp. Featuring:
Weekly masterminds led by $500M+ producing agents like Kyle Whissel and Dan Beer. Proven training tracks including New Agent Launch, Solo Agent, and Revenue Share Growth. A searchable library of session replays and plug-and-play strategies.
Honey Badgers Nation
Business coaching + mindset growth for every stage of your career:
“52 Listings in 52 Weeks” curriculum
Agent-to-CEO roadmap with done-for-you systems. Lifetime access to Kinder Reese & NAEA tools, calls, and marketing support.
Exclusive certifications (CHSA, CHBA) and strategy calls.
eXp Realty
This is your brokerage foundation — and it's built to move you into production, faster.
eXp Realty isn’t a traditional office with cubicles and cold calls. It’s a cloud-based platform built around agent freedom, growth, and wealth-building.
Join eXp with Shaina and Unlock the Entire Ecosystem
Our Brokerage
Where the Pros Go to Grow.
Keep More of What You Earn
eXp’s cap-based model rewards producers. Once you cap, you keep 100% of your commissions (minus small transaction fees), and top agents can earn their cap back through ICON production and contribution.
Your Business Isn't Limited by Geography
With agents across the U.S. and internationally, eXp makes it easy to collaborate, refer business, and expand your network far beyond your local market — without changing brokerages.
Built for Growth, Not Just Transactions
eXp is designed for agents who think long-term. Whether you’re focused on production, building a team, mentoring others, or creating additional income streams, the platform grows with you. eXp also offers a revenue share model that rewards agents for helping others succeed — creating an additional income stream tied to mentorship, leadership, and community-building.
You Can Own Part of the Company
Agents at eXp have the opportunity to earn company stock through production, performance, and contributions to the organization — creating alignment between your success and the company’s growth.
Shaina McAndrews
What’s a Sponsor at eXp Realty?
When you join eXp, you're asked to name a sponsor. That’s the person who introduced or guided you to the company. This is your first point of connection and support.
Naming Shaina McAndrews as your sponsor gives you access to:
The Agent Uplift Community
A Guided 90-Day Launch plan
Elite membership to networks like Fast Forward Movement, The Network, Four Aces, + Honey Badgers Nation
It’s free, but it makes all the difference in your momentum and results.
Let's Talk eXP Realty
A Brokerage Built for Production, Scale, and Wealth
eXp Realty isn’t a traditional office — it’s a cloud-based platform designed to help agents move into production faster and build long-term income beyond transactions.
PRODUCTION & TRAINING (FASTCAP)
eXp’s FastCap program is a guided production system designed for new and relaunching agents.
It’s paced, proven, and built to meet you where you are — including evening options for dual-career agents.
• Live daily Zoom calls with top producers
• Trackable weekly objectives
• Scripts, presentations, and practice built in
• Access to replays so you can learn on your schedule.
Many agents go under contract within their first 30–60 days.
BUSINESS & TECH PLATFORM
Every eXp agent receives a full suite of business tools included with their split — no separate subscriptions required.
• kvCORE/Lofty/BoldTrail CRM for lead generation & marketing
• Skyslope for transaction management
• eXp Workplace (company-wide collaboration hub)
• Canva Pro for branding & design
• Brand Center with customizable marketing materials
• Regus office access in 120+ countries
This is a real estate business platform — not just a brokerage.
WEALTH & LONG-TERM OPPORTUNITY
eXp is designed to help agents create income streams that extend beyond commission checks.
• Revenue Share from agents you attract
• Stock awards through closings, ICON status, and referrals
• ICON Agent Program with up to $16K in stock annually
• Healthcare options through eXp Agent Healthcare
• Global reach in 27+ countries
You’re not just selling real estate — you’re building ownership.
You’re not joining a traditional brokerage.
You’re stepping into a platform that grows with you and when paired with the right sponsor, you’ll actually know how to use it.
Your Path
Success Starts Here
Real estate can be an incredible career — if you’re in the right environment.
Whether you’re exploring real estate for the first time, getting licensed, or already producing and ready to grow, Agent Uplift meets you where you are and helps you move forward with clarity and momentum.
Choose the path that fits you right now.
Exploring Real Estate
Who it’s for:
You’re curious about becoming an agent but want clarity before committing.
What You’ll Learn:
What it actually takes to succeed (not the Instagram version).
How agents truly make money — and why many don’t.
A realistic look at your first year in real estate.
Pre-Licensing & Education
Who it’s for:
You’ve decided to move forward and want to get licensed the right way.
What You’ll Get:
Guidance on choosing the best licensing path.
Clarity on what to focus on before you’re licensed.
Start Pre-Licensing (Save 30% when using the code on the site at checkout!)
Experienced Agents — Scale & Wealth Building
Who it’s for:
You’re already licensed (and possibly producing) but feel capped, unsupported, or stuck at your current level.
What You’ll Get:
A personalized review of your business and growth opportunities.
Strategies to increase production without burnout.
Guidance on building wealth through investing, systems, and leverage
A clear plan for scaling inside a supportive community.
Apply to Get Started
Who it’s for:
You’re ready to take real estate seriously and want structure, mentorship, and community.
What Happens Next:
Submit a short application
We review your goals, experience, and fit
You’ll receive next steps to get onboarded or scheduled for a call
Already Licensed or Finishing Classes?
Plan Your Days
Typical SCHEDULE
Mon
FastForward Movement Mastermind
1pm EST
Tue
Agent Uplift Coaching Call
10am EST
Wed
Coach's Corner or Expert Mentors Live
1pm EST
Thu
Mind, Body, Spirit Mastery or Success Training Call
12pm EST
Fri
Book Club
10am EST
Sat/Sun
Watch Anything you missed this week!
Mon
FastForward Movement Masterclass
2pm EST
Tue
FFM en Español Mastermind or Lieutenants Mastermind ($15m+ or 30 units)
3pm EST
Wed
General's Mastermind
For Agents doing $50m+ or 100 units
3pm EST
Thu
Be Wealthy Mastermind
2pm EST
Fri
Agent Uplift Industry Guest Teacher or Big World Meeting
11am EST
Sat
Mon
Shaina Virtual Office Hour
3pm EST
Tue
Agent Uplift Pipeline Call
4pm EST
Wed
Grow Your RevShare Mastermind
3pm EST
Thu
AI Mastermind
3pm EST
Sat
Funnel Fridays
1pm EST
Sat
Your Growth Starts With the Right Foundation
Your success in real estate shouldn’t depend on guesswork, burnout, or luck.
It should be built intentionally—with training, mentorship, and a platform designed to support your growth.
I’m passionate about helping agents step into this industry with confidence, purpose, and a clear path forward—because when you grow the right way, everything changes.
- Shaina McAndrews
Meet Your People
Dedicated to your success.
Shaina McAndrews
Founder
Lauren Magee
Community Leader
Shyrine Asuncion
Community Assistant
Helping real estate agents build clarity, consistency, and confidence through community and mentorship.
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