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We're here to help with any questions about getting started in real estate. Getting licensed in Texas is a big step, so we've gathered and answered the most common ones below.
The amount of time to get your Texas real estate license is dependent on a number of factors, though most complete the requirements within four months. There are a number of steps to complete which include education, application, exam, fingerprints, background investigation, and sponsorship by an actively licensed Texas real estate broker.
Fill out the state application for a license and pay all the applicable fees
Complete the fingerprint requirements
Pass a background check
Successfully complete the Texas real estate exam
Obtain sponsorship by a real estate broker holding an active license
Felons will need to pass the "Fitness Determination" portion of licensing prior to approval. Students can complete this form that must be submitted to the Texas Real Estate Commission, where they will review your request.
Prior to the renewal date one must complete the applicable Continuing Education requirements and pay the renewal fee. Continuing Education requirements may differ for those under the Sales Agent Apprentice Education (SAE) requirement.
The total cost to get a Texas real estate license depends on a number of factors. State application and related fees are around $350 for a new sales agent, and the Texas Real Estate Salesperson Exam fee is $43. Pre-Licensing coursework tuition and fees may bring the total in excess of $1,000 depending on where you complete your coursework.
Note: These costs are subject to be changed by the state at any time.
The exam is composed of 110 questions. Two and a half hours are allotted to take the exam.
There is a wide income range when it comes to selling real estate in Texas. Top agents who commonly earn over six figures typically work for successful brokerages, work full-time, and have a few years of experience.
To become a real estate agent in Texas, applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
The Texas real estate agent licensing exam is taken at a Pearson VUE testing center. Pearson Vue is an established, third-party testing provider.
Texas students are required to take 180 hours of Pre-Licensing coursework to become a licensed real estate agent. These 180 hours are broken down into six 30-hour courses that cover a wide range of topics that will educate the candidate and prepare them for their career.
Texas requires agents in their first renewal cycle to take 98 hours of SAE. Every two years thereafter, Texas real estate agents are required to complete 18 hours of Continuing Education.
Yes, Texas residents can receive their real estate Pre-Licensing education online. The online option has become increasingly popular in recent years.
Texas does not offer reciprocity or any expedited way to real estate licensure for out-of-state agents. All parties interested in Texas licensing will have to take the entire Texas Pre-Licensing course. Current licensees in other states can have the National portion of their Texas real estate licensing exam waived. For more information about how reciprocity works and which states offer it nationwide, visit our Guide to Reciprocity and Portability.
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