Become a licensed real estate agent and you can make money by helping people buy, sell, and rent properties.State to state, the requirements for licensure vary.To get a real estate salesperson license in Georgia, you need to pass a background check, complete an educational course, submit an application, pass the state licensure exam, and find a broker to sponsor you.This guide will show you how to complete each step.
Step 1: You should check to see if you qualify.
If you have a license in Florida, you can transfer it to Georgia with less requirements.You will have to go through the full licensing process if your license is from another state.Make sure your Florida license is in good standing if you want to get a Georgia license.It can't be expired.If you want to get a license in Georgia, you need to pass the exam.You had to meet all of the requirements to get a license in Florida.Along with your application, submit a Georgia Crime Information Report.
Step 2: The basic requirements for licensure should be met.
To get a real estate license in Georgia, you need to be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, pass a background check, and prove you are a lawful resident of the United States.There are documents that can be used to verify "lawful presence".There is a certificate of citizenship.There is a certificate of naturalization.
Step 3: There are educational requirements for the real estate exam in Georgia.
Georgia has three different educational options for prospective real estate salespersons.You must complete 10 quarter hours or 6 semester hours of real estate or contract law from a U.S. or Canadian accredited college, university, or law school.The official transcripts must be given to the testing agency.Provide proof of completion of at least 75 hours of pre license courses in another U.S. state or Canadian province.The coursework must be submitted with proof that it was approved by the real estate regulatory agency.
Step 4: Register for a class.
The 75-hour Salesperson Prelicense course is the most popular course for prospective real estate agents in Georgia.Both online and in classrooms are where these courses are offered.There are a variety of schedules for classroom courses.The Georgia Real Estate Commission maintains a list of approved schools.You need to take the Real Estate Salesperson Pre License course to get an entry-level real estate license.You should choose a course option that works best for your schedule and learning style.Some real estate schools give the same level of service.Live help, tech support, practice tests, and other services that the school provides should be considered when choosing a class.Some classes use animation in their presentations, while others are all text.Before you sign up, consider what you want.
Step 5: You can get a Georgia Crime Information Center report.
You must get a certified criminal history report within 60 days of taking your exam if you want to keep your job.The reports can be obtained at police stations and sheriff's offices.If you have criminal convictions from any licensing or regulatory agency, you will need to complete and submit a Background Clearance Application and supporting documentation that verify each incident, along with a detailed written explanation of the circumstances surrounding the event.
Step 6: Attend and pass the class.
Pay attention, take notes, and read your textbook carefully.You need to pass the school's final exam to get a completion certificate.You need to be well-prepared for the test before you start.
Step 7: Study for the real estate exam.
If you pay attention and take your Prelicense course, you should be prepared to take the exam; however, many people need additional study help to pass.You can find Georgia Real Estate Exam study guides, flash cards, and practice exams in online bookstores.
Step 8: You have to get approval to take the exam.
A notification will be sent to the company that administers real estate exams in Georgia when you complete your course.You will be able to register for the exam once this is done.If you completed your education requirements with a university, you will need to send an application toAMP by mail, along with your documentation, in order to proceed.
Step 9: Register for the exam.
If you paid with a credit card for your pre-exam course at an approved school in Georgia, you can register online.Goamp.com is where you can schedule by phone.The current exam fee is $115 and the test is administered by appointment.Usually exams can be scheduled in a few days.If you can't pay with a credit card, you must first submit an application, your examination fee, and necessary documentation by mail.Call theAMP to confirm your application and set up a test appointment if you wait more than 7 days for processing.
Step 10: You must bring all the required documentation to your exam appointment.
One form of identification must include your name, signature, and photograph, the other must be government issued.Your name and signature must be displayed on the second piece of ID.There is a signed credit card.Proof of your name change is required if the name on your registration is different from the one on the ID.
Step 11: You should complete the exam and get your score.
The Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Examination is a multi-choice exam.The two parts of the test are pass or fail.The real estate salesperson national exam is the first part.You have to answer at least 75 out of 100 questions to pass.The state-specific salesperson exam is the second part.You need to answer at least 39 out of 52 questions to pass.Immediately after taking the exam, you will receive a score report.
Step 12: If necessary, schedule a retake.
If you passed one part of the exam but did not pass the other, you can just take the failed part again, as long as both are completed within a year.You can't schedule your makeup exam on test day, but you must re-register through the website or phone line you used to set up the initial test.
Step 13: You can sponsor yourself by choosing a broker.
In order to get your real estate license activated, you will need a signed statement from a licensed broker.A broker can be independent or a member of a large real estate firm.The broker's job is to teach you how to sell, and she will be responsible for any mistakes you make.You pay either a monthly fee or part of your commission to the broker.During the licensing process, you can begin looking for a broker to sponsor you.If you want to make a selection, be sure to interview with a number of different brokers.New salespersons are always in demand.Think about which signs you would like to see at homes you'd be interested in selling, and begin by calling the brokerages in your area.
Step 14: You need to obtain a license.
You can get your license the same day you pass your exam.The license fee goes up to $340 if you get it between 90 days and 12 months after your exam.You have to take your exam again after 12 months.A valid photo ID and an unsigned Certificate of Accuracy with attached photograph are required to obtain your license.There is a signed Sponsoring Broker Statement Form.A license fee of either $170 or $340 is non-refundable.The Georgia Real Estate Commission can be paid with Visa, Mastercard, or a cashier's check or money order.The report is less than 60 days old.