You will probably deal with an agent or broker during your rental search. So it is better to know who they are and what they do in a Real Estate market.

Real Estate Agent

A real estate agent is a step below a real estate broker. Anyone who is licensed to sell a property is called an agent. However, you need a real estate license to be an agent. An agent cannot work independently and he or she works under a broker.

Real Estate Broker

A real estate broker has more authority and education than an agent. A broker can work independently and hire agents to work for him. Broker’s license is tougher to get as compared to salesperson’s license. A broker has experience of an agent and he/she can own a real estate firm. A broker can become an agent but an agent can’t.

Whether you are dealing with an agent or a broker, every real estate worker must have a copy of their real estate license, so keep an eye on that before you choose one to work with.