Check your state’s real estate licensing requirements
Meet the minimum age and education requirements
Complete the required pre-licensing education
Submit your license application
Pass the background check and fingerprinting, if required
Schedule and pass the real estate licensing exam
Find a sponsoring broker, if your state requires one
Activate your license with the state real estate commission
Join any required local or state real estate associations, if applicable
Complete post-licensing education, if required
Maintain your license with continuing education and renewals