Thinking big is part of the real estate industry and grandiose speculation has created some of America’s greatest fortunes. John Jacob Astor traded in his empire of beaver pelts for a gamble on uptown Manhattan real estate and in the process became the richest man in America. More recently, moguls like Sam “the grave dancer” Zell and the perennially overreaching Donald Trump have made fantastic fortunes on real estate gambles. Even for non-billionaires in the industry, the thrill of deal making, the potential for financial reward, and the sociability make real estate a rewarding profession. Does this industry appeal to you? If so, check out our brand new guide and read about: What the latest trends in the real estate industry are Who ranks in the top ten and why What it's like to be a real estate broker or director of asset management What jobs are out there—from loan officer and site acquisition specialist to REIT manager and commercial broker What the typical career paths are What the hiring process is like More!