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How To Get Your North Dakota Real Estate License 

Learn the 8 Steps To Become a Real Estate Agent In North Dakota

Getting your North Dakota real estate license might seem daunting, but we’re here to guide you through the process on how to become a real estate agent in North Dakota.

Read on to learn about the 8 steps you’ll need to complete before starting your career in North Dakota real estate. To learn how much it costs to get your real estate license, visit our North Dakota Pre-Licensing pricing page.

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Requirements:

  • Have a high school diploma
  • Be 18 years of age or older
How Long Does It Take?
If students spend 10 hours per week on coursework, they will complete the 90-hour education requirement within 9 weeks. Students who treat their coursework like a 40-hour work week can finish within approximately 2 weeks.
How Much Does It Cost?
North Dakota Pre-Licensing education varies in cost from about $700-$900. Total cost to get licensed will depend on application, license, and exam fees, as well as other associated expenses.

  1. Complete 90 Hours of Approved North Dakota Pre-Licensing Education

    To start, you must successfully complete 90 hours of real estate Pre-Licensing education courses.

  2. Pass the Education Course’s Final Exam

    After you complete all the course materials, meet the minimum time requirement, and pass the practice exam, there is a course final exam. The minimum passing score is 70%.

  3. Submit your North Dakota Real Estate Salesperson Application

    Students need to submit their salesperson real estate licensing application online. NDREC no longer accepts paper applications. The real estate salesperson application fee is $150. As a part of this process, the North Dakota Real Estate Commission will also run a credit history, which will cost an additional $9.60.

  4. Submit your Fingerprints

    All applicants must provide a set of fingerprints to the North Dakota Real Estate Commission for state and national fingerprint-based criminal history records check. Fingerprinting can be done at various locations in North Dakota or in any state. Bring the Fingerprint Verification Form to a fingerprinting location. After the form is completed and the prints taken, they are put into an envelope and sealed. The applicant is responsible for sending this sealed envelope to the North Dakota Real Estate Commission along with the Criminal History Record Check form and a check made payable to North Dakota Attorney General for fingerprinting analysis fees.

    For a list of fingerprinting locations, forms, fees, and more information, visit the North Dakota Real Estate Commission website at https://realestatend.org/how-to-apply/#BackgroundCheck

  5. Take the North Dakota Real Estate Exam

    Schedule your North Dakota Real Estate Salesperson exam by registering with PSI. The Candidate ID will be ND followed by the last 6 digits of your Social Security Number. For more detailed information, please refer to the Candidate Information Booklet found on the PSI website.

    Do you need help passing your North Dakota real estate license exam? The CE Shop also offers comprehensive Exam Prep tailored to North Dakota. If you have any additional questions, visit our North Dakota real estate exam frequently asked questions page.

  6. Acquire Errors and Omissions Insurance

    You must have an E&O insurance policy in place before obtaining an active license. E&O insurance, also known as professional liability insurance, helps protect you from lawsuits that claim you made a mistake. For more information, click here.

  7. Find a Sponsoring Broker

    To be licensed, you must first be associated with a current and active North Dakota Sponsoring Broker. It's important to find the right broker to work with since this person will serve as your mentor as you start your new career in real estate.

    Here are some questions to consider during your search:

    • What is their reputation, both locally and nationally?
    • What kind of real estate agents are they looking for?
    • Are they technologically advanced and up-to-date with the latest systems?
    • How do they support their agents with education and training?
    • What kind of commission structure do they offer?
    • Do they offer benefits?
    • Do they provide their agents with leads and marketing material?
    • Is there room to grow with the brokerage?

  8. Submit your Request for a Real Estate License

    Once you’ve completed all North Dakota Salesperson licensing requirements, final request for licensure in ND includes:

After Your Real Estate License

Fulfilling North Dakota Continuing Education Requirements

Continuing Education (CE) is required for North Dakota real estate agents in order to keep their license active. North Dakota requires 12 hours of CE to be completed every year before license renewal date. CE is made up of real estate courses designed to grow your knowledge, skills, and expertise of the real estate market. They also ensure you stay up-to-date on industry practices, legal changes, and emerging trends. CE coursework varies by state, so make sure to check out your state’s specific requirements.

The main goals of continuing education are to:

  • Improve Professional Competence

    CE courses help real estate agents stay up-to-date on new technologies, marketing strategies, and negotiation techniques. When you improve your competence as a real estate agent, it becomes easier to navigate an ever-changing market. Which means you're also better able to serve your clients.

  • Keep North Dakota Agents Informed About Regulatory Changes

    Real estate laws and regulations change frequently. CE courses ensure agents stay current on those changes. When you know state, federal, and licensure laws, you avoid legal issues. And you're better able to provide accurate information to your clients.

  • Promote Ethical Practices

    Many continuing education courses focus on ethical considerations and professional conduct. These courses help you get a better handle on ethical standards. They also prepare you to manage ethical dilemmas that may arise in your practice.

  • Enhance Specialized Knowledge

    Some CE courses focus on niche areas of real estate, like commercial real estate, property management, or real estate investing. As a real estate agent, you can use these courses to expand your expertise. This also means you can diversify the services you offer at your local real estate brokerage.

    To advance in your real estate career, you have to keep up with your continuing education requirements. That means you need a reliable and accessible real estate education provider. Several online providers now offer a range of relevant topics that extend beyond the scope of traditional in-person real estate schools (e.g., fair housing; commercial real estate; etc.). When you learn with a platform tailored to your success as a real estate agent, you're more likely to achieve your goals.

Upgrading to a North Dakota Broker's License for Real Estate Agents

If you're thinking about taking your real estate career to the next level, consider getting your North Dakota Broker's license. As a real estate broker, you'll take on more responsibility. This can include managing other agents, running a brokerage, or working as an independent broker. This career shift can help you earn more money, and may even open up new business opportunities.

To get your Broker's license, you'll generally need to complete a Broker Pre-Licensing course and pass the Broker's License Exam. Many states also require you to have a few years' experience as a real estate salesperson. Each state has its own rules, so make sure to check your state's requirements before you get started.

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