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One agent said the worst part of his job is dealing with clients who have unrealistic expectations.
- Business Insider asked real-estate agents around the country about what it's really like working in their industry.
- We asked agents to tell us about the worst parts of their jobs.
- Several agents said managing clients' unrealistic expectations was the worst part, while others mentioned dealing with the frustration of getting "ghosted" by clients and having to be available 24/7.
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Many real-estate agents may love their jobs, but in any career, there are certain parts that are less than ideal.
Business Insider asked real-estate agents around the country about what it's really like working in their industry, including the worst parts of their jobs.
Several agents said managing clients' unrealistic expectations was the worst part, while others mentioned dealing with the frustration of getting "ghosted" by clients and having to be available 24/7.
Here are 13 of the worst things about working in real estate, according to 17 agents.