How do I get a Georgia real estate license?
To earn your Georgia real estate salesperson license, you must complete 75 hours of Pre-Licensing education, complete a background check, take the licensing examination, and apply for the salesperson license. You must have a sponsoring broker in order to apply for an active license.
How long does it take to get a Georgia real estate license?
The time it takes to get your Georgia real estate license depends on how quickly you complete your Pre-Licensing requirements, which includes Pre-Licensing coursework, a background check, and licensing examination.
Do you need to have a diploma or GED to get your Georgia real estate license?
The GREC requires all applicants to have a high school diploma or GED in order to become licensed in Georgia.
How much does it cost to get a Georgia real estate license?
There are a number of costs and fees involved in obtaining a Georgia real estate salesperson license. Variable costs include tuition and fees associated with completing your Pre-Licensing education requirement, and the cost to obtain your background check. The licensing examination fee is $119, and the license fee is $170, if applied for at the testing center upon passing the exam.
Note: These costs are subject to be changed by the state at any time.
Where can I get additional information about the Georgia real estate license exam?
The Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) contracts with PSI (formerly AMP), to facilitate and administer the state’s real estate licensing exam. PSI provides the Georgia Real Estate Candidate Handbook which provides details about registering for and taking the licensing exam.
Is there a time limit for paying for and picking up my license after passing the exam?
Candidates have up to twelve months after they pass their licensing exam to apply for their real estate salesperson’s license. Twelve months after taking the exam, the candidate must retake the licensing exam.
Can I get a Georgia real estate license online?
Yes, you can complete your Georgia pre-licensing program online. The CE Shop's 75-Hour Georgia salesperson real estate license course packages can be completed in as little as two weeks.
What are the Georgia requirements for real estate Continuing Education?
Georgia requires 36 hours of Continuing Education. The CE Shop offers the courses you need to fulfill your Georgia Continuing Education requirements.
How old do you have to be to get your Georgia real estate license?
All applicants must be 18 years old or older to apply for a Georgia real estate license.
Can a felon get a Georgia real estate license?
It is possible to get a real estate license in Georgia with a criminal record. In order to get a real estate license, the Georgia Real Estate Commission requires that you submit a background check to the Georgia Crime Information Center.
What is the average salary for a Georgia real estate salesperson?
The average salary for a salesperson varies throughout the state of Georgia. In Georgia, real estate agents' salaries range from $45-97k, according to ZipRecruiter.com (November, 2024).
Does Georgia have real estate license reciprocity with any other states?
Georgia offers real estate license reciprocity with all states. Reciprocal agents must have an active license and be in good standing in their state of origin. Applicants will be required to pay application fees and fulfill administrative requests such as a background check. You can contact the Georgia Real Estate Commission to ask personalized questions regarding how to secure your GA real estate license.
For more information about how reciprocity works and which states offer it nationwide, visit our Guide to Reciprocity and Portability.
