Check your state’s real estate licensing requirements
Meet the minimum age and education requirements
Complete the required pre-licensing course
Pass the course final exam, if required
Submit your license application
Complete a background check and fingerprinting, if required
Pay the application and licensing fees
Pass the state real estate licensing exam
Find a sponsoring broker, if required by your state
Activate your license through the state real estate commission
Complete any post-licensing education, if required
Renew your license on time and complete continuing education requirements