What Qualifications do I Need?
Become a Realtor
- Candidates must be at least 18 years old
- If you are not a California resident click the link. Click Here
- Applicants must be honest and truthful. Conviction of a crime may result in the denial of a license
Steps to Become a Licensed CA Real Estate Agent
Step 1: You need to sign up for Pre-Licensing courses and complete it. Click Link Below.
Step 2: Submit online application with required fees for Exam & License which includes fingerprint and background check. Click Link Below.
Step 3: After you application is approved you schedule your Exam through elicensing. Click Link Below.
Step 4: Once you pass your exam your license will be issued automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does It Cost To Get a CA Real Estate License?
- Pre-Licensing course tuition, which can range anywhere from $125 up to $700 depending on the package and the provider.
- California State fees to become a real estate salesperson include a $100 exam fee and $350 licensing fee = Estimated $450 Total.
Note: The California State Fees are subject to change by the state at any time. Click Here
How Long Does It Take To Get a California Real Estate License?
- Due to mandatory educational waiting periods combined with other requirements, the entirety of the process takes anywhere from five to six months. However, the time it takes to get a California real estate license can vary depending upon a number of factors. It may take a few months to complete the required 135 hours of Pre-Licensing coursework, go through the application process, and take the California Salesperson examination.
Current Processing times for application. Click Here
Where Do I Take a Real Estate Exam in Sacramento?
- 651 Bannon Street, Suite 503, Sacramento, CA 95811
All the Information for the Sacramento examination. Click Here
Where Can I See a Schedule Of the State Exams?
- See current exam schedule. Click Here
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