Earn more cash by
becoming a real estate agent.
Real estate agent eligibility qualifications:
- Be 18 years or older (some states are 19)
- Be a legal US resident
- Be in good legal standing
- Take required state licensing courses with an accredited school
- Pass the state licensing exam
Become a real estate agents in 5 steps
Enroll in an accredited real estate school.
Most states require you to take "Real Estate Principles" "Practice" and an elective of your choice. The recommended elective course is "Real Estate Legal Aspects" because of its applicability to the state exam. There are various learning options including taking online, in-person, hybrid, and live internet courses. Students can access take courses directly with an accredited real estate school or take the required courses in college or university.
Master the content by taking test prep course.
Do not get caught flat on the day of the test. Most people who fail the state exam do not take a test prep course. Pass the first time by familiarizing yourself with all types of questions found on the state exam. The state salesperson exam is a cumulative test of everything you have covered in your studies and by all accounts more difficult than the state-mandated courses. A test prep course can help you pinpoint strengths and weaknesses, allowing you to learn sections that would have cost you to make mistakes on the exam.
Sign up for the state real estate salesperson exam.
Be aware of the state licensing exam dates. This way you can take the required 3 salesperson licensing courses and sign up for a test that aligns with the timing of finishing your last licensing course. Many students only look into signing up for the final exam once they have completed their last course, which causes them to delay getting their license. Most states conduct a background check, require you to do a live-scan, and get fingerprinted.
Take the state licensing exam.
The state licensing exam is where you get to test your newfound knowledge. The test ensures you have the required knowledge to represent clients in real estate transactions. The course tests your ability to recall information, solve basic real estate scenarios, and understand the real estate process. The required score to pass is 70% or better.
Find a broker to work under.
A real estate salesperson must hang their license under a broker. Without this, the salesperson cannot legally represent buyers or sellers. Prior to taking the state exam, it is advised to find a broker you would like to work under. After passing the state exam, the broker and salesperson will sign the required paperwork which binds the parties with one another.
Licensed
real estate agent
Resources
Licensed real estate professionals can find active listings, perform property analyses by comparing property statistics, and see that the latest market activity with the MLS(Multiple Listing Service).
Credibility
Networking
Licensed real estate professional have access to exclusive networking opportunities among peers and clients. it helps build professional relationships needed to excel in the industry.
Flexibility
Unlicensed
real estate agent
Resources
Credibility
Networking
Flexibility
Licensed real estate agent
VS
Unlicensed real estate agent
Resources
Licensed real estate professionals can find active listings, perform property analyses by comparing property statistics, and see that the latest market activity with the MLS(Multiple Listing Service).
Credibility
Networking
Licensed real estate professional have access to exclusive networking opportunities among peers and clients. it helps build professional relationships needed to excel in the industry.
Flexibility
