How to become a Real Estate Agent? (fit in, how much)

[JohnE1000]

What exams need to be taken?
How long it will take to study?
How much it will cost?
Who offer the training if needed?
Is the exam standared nation wide, or each state has its own exams?

Thanks

[RoyQ]

There are a number of real estate schools in the area. My wife attended Codwell Banker's School. Check out their website for more info: https://secure.hpwreschool.com/FundamentalsIntro.aspx

Also, if you want more info on real estate career attend an information session:

New to real estate? Come to one of our career sessions this Tuesday night or call
Barbara Flynn today at (919) 573-0566 to schedule a personal interview.

There are a number of diffent real estate firms, and it be up to you to determine which firm will be a good fit for you.

[MikeJaquish]

Originally Posted by JohnE1000

What exams need to be taken?
How long it will take to study?
How much it will cost?
Who offer the training if needed?
Is the exam standared nation wide, or each state has its own exams?

Thanks

Each state has its own licensing procedure, real estate laws, customs and practices. Some states have reciprocal arrangements that can allow an agent to practice in either state.

Length of study is dependent on the course schedule you select. There are a variety of offerings to fit into a schedule.
I think it is currently 120 hours, but not sure.

Since North Carolina is now an "all broker" state, you will need to pass the class exam and the state exam.

You can get licensed for about $500. You will invest a lot more to be trained and to get into business.

You will need 2 years of practice under a broker-in-charge to be eligible to go hang out your own shingle.

NC Real Estate Law:
http://www.ncrec.state.nc.us/pdf/Lic...klet/Rules.pdf

One real estate school:
North Carolina Real Estate School - NC Real Estate Courses : JYMonk

And a couple of others:
NC Real Estate School, Real Estate Career, Real Estate School, North Carolina Real Estate School, Howard Perry Walston (broken link)

http://www.fmschool.com/default.asp

You can also get classes at community colleges.