Breaking Free: A Real Estate Scholarship Makes Your Dream Career a Lot Less Risky Than You Think

There’s a conversation happening at kitchen tables and in break rooms across the country. It goes something like this: “I've been thinking about getting into real estate. I’m good with people and I know I can sell, but what if I leave my steady paycheck and fail?”

Sound familiar? If you’re nodding your head, you’re not alone. Thousands of natural salespeople are sitting on the sidelines, curious about real estate but paralyzed by the perceived risks of trading a salary for commission-based work.

Entrepreneur Kris Lindahl, who founded Kris Lindahl Real Estate in 2018, has noticed this trend for years. He says it’s especially apparent today. “I’m seeing this with so many people who are curious about entering the world of real estate, but they’re skittish,” he says. “So many aspects of being a real estate agent appeal to them, but they need that extra shot of encouragement to make the leap.”

The irony? Most of these hesitant individuals have already proven they can succeed when given the chance.

“These are those rare breeds who have high emotional intelligence but are also competitive,” says Lindahl. “They’ve excelled in previous roles where they controlled their own destiny. They’ve consistently hit targets, exceeded expectations and thrived under pressure. Yet when it comes to real estate, they’re suddenly risk-averse.”

What’s really happening is what Lindahl calls “Golden Handcuffs Syndrome.”

“That steady salary looks secure on the surface,” he says. “But it’s actually keeping talented people trapped in unfulfilling careers. They know there’s more out there for them, but fear keeps them stuck.”

This is where Lindahl says the conventional wisdom gets it all wrong.

“The real risk isn’t in leaving; it’s in staying,” he says. “The longer you stay stuck, the more regret you’re going to feel. It’s not going to go away. It’s just going to pile up, year after year.”

We all know people (or are people) who stayed in “safe” corporate jobs only to face layoffs, downsizing or other industry disruptions. How often have we seen companies merge, restructure or eliminate positions entirely? A steady paycheck can disappear overnight, often without warning. More importantly, according to Lindahl, is weighing weather a false sense of stability is worth feeling bored or stressed out.

“Someone once defined corporate culture as ‘how you feel on a Sunday night,’” he says. “If you struggle to get out of bed every morning, you know you need a change.”

What if there were a way to enter real estate without the traditional risks? What if you could start your new career with built-in support, established systems, and a steady flow of leads?

“This is where the team-based brokerage model changes everything,” says Lindahl. “Companies like ours have revolutionized how new agents can enter the market by removing traditional barriers to success. In fact, once you join for a big brand that already has name recognition and trust, you’ll feel more certainty than you do in your corporate job.”

In Lindahl’s team-based environment, new agents don’t have to figure out lead generation on their own. The brand’s marketing power and reputation work as a magnet, consistently attracting potential buyers and sellers. Instead of cold-calling or door-knocking, agents receive pre-qualified appointments through the company’s marketing efforts.

“Your calendar is going to be auto-filled with new opportunities every day,” says Lindahl. “This systematic approach means agents can focus on what they do best: building relationships and closing deals instead of always hunting for their next client.”

For those ready to make the transition, opportunities like Kris Lindahl Real Estate’s Real Estate Scholarship connect the bridge between where you are and where you want to be. Designed to lower the barriers to a real estate career by defraying the cost of obtaining a real estate license, the Scholarship is designed specifically for talented individuals who have the skills but need support taking that first step.

The scholarship removes financial barriers while providing comprehensive training, ongoing mentorship and immediate access to lead generation systems. According to Lindahl, it’s essentially a risk-free way to test your potential in real estate while building toward long-term success.

“You already have the key to unlock your golden handcuffs,” says Lindahl. “You already have the talent, discipline and drive. This is the final piece.”

Listening to Lindahl, it’s easy to feel like every day spent waiting and staying stuck is just another day of potential regret. “The door to your real estate career is wide open,” he says. “All you have to do is walk through it!”