[ScottyB]

I have had an interesting proposal tonight from a family member.

To paint a picture.

I work on the oil rigs 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off.

When i am home the wife is at work and the wee man is at school, i get bored as hell and have been looking at trying to get a second job for my time off.

As i have an interest in the property game with a fair few buy to let flats i thought about estate agency or Mortgage advisor.

Said family friend has offered me a job as a Mortgage consultant at her very busy company.

She has offered to pay me through my CeMap and CeFA to get me qualified.

So what i am looking for from guys/gals already working in the industry is a run down and honest opinion on the job as a whole.

How hard are the exams going to be and what is the best route to passing them, I.E. intensive 5 day blocks or distance learning etc.

Is the market saturated? If i decide after a period of being qualified to go it alone what are the prospects like as a self employed IFA/mortgage bod?

I suppose my final aim would be to make it viable enough to jack in the offshore game and be at home with the kids where i belong.

Any help and advice would be greatly appreciated.

Edited to add that i have done insurance sales over the phone so have an understanding of the sales process and pressures

Regards

ScottyB

[Edited on 30-11-2005 by ScottyB]