Are you considering a career in real estate? The requirements for obtaining a New York State Real Estate License may seem daunting, but with the right information and dedication you can turn your dreams of being a successful real estate agent into reality.
This blog post overviews the steps required to obtain an NYS Real Estate License from start to finish, so that aspiring agents know what kind of journey they’re embarking on.
Furthermore, it provides guidance so that future licensees understand how to properly prepare themselves prior to taking certification exams and other important milestones along their licensing journey.
Requirements
Submit a completed application and the required fee to the Department of State.
Be 18 years old
Have successfully completed 77 hours of approved qualifying education. Please see our FAQs listed below for more information.
Pass the NYS Real Estate Salesperson examination
Be sponsored by a NYS licensed Real Estate Broker
Have a current NYS photo driver’s license or non-driver ID card
Photo ID Cards
from other states are not acceptable
Complete a range of additional requirements, including fingerprinting.
This concludes the steps to gaining your NYS Real Estate License! We hope that this overview was helpful and clarified the process for you. Good luck on your journey to becoming a licensed real estate agent in New York State!
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