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Abstract
This thesis employs oral interviews as a primary source to explore the experiences of women real estate agents during the liberation movements of the 1960s and 1970s. The research shows that the women entering this field were predominantly educated and received support from family members while securing financial backing to establish their careers. A stark contrast emerged between the experiences of white and Black women, with the latter facing compounded systemic barriers of both race and gender. Complementing the oral histories, a fictional narrative by a female real estate agent from the era offers insight into the challenges and triumphs faced by women in this male-dominated profession. Notably, all interviewed women were mothers, highlighting a continuity of experiences that transcends decades. The thesis concludes with three additional oral interview transcripts that illustrate how contemporary working mothers in real estate continue to redefine a profession historically rooted in domesticity, potentially setting a precedent for broader workplace dynamics in the future.