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Frequently
Asked Questions About Obtaining A California Real Estate
Salesperson’s License
Q -
How old do you have to be to get a California real estate
license
A - You must be
18 years of age or older.
Q -
Do you have to be a citizen of the United Sates or have a
green card to be able to get a real estate sales license
test in the state of California?
A - You do not have to be a citizen of the
United States nor have a green card in order to take the
state test, but you cannot get the license without being
a citizen or have a green card or be legally here.
Q -
What are the specific things that I have to do to be able to
take the California salesperson real estate test?
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Note: Real Estate
Pre-License requirements are changing
on October 1, 2007
Starting on October 1, 2007, an
applicant for the real estate salesperson
examination must show proof of three courses
prior to the state exam. Real Estate Principles,
Real Estate Practice, and one other course from
a designated list will be required.
Prior to October 1, 2007, you will only need
California Real Estate Principles, to qualify
for a salesperson license.
We have two Pre-License packages
for changing qualifications.
Lyon Real Estate will refund the cost of the Pre-License
Package (whichever amount you paid) upon the closing of your
first escrow as a Lyon agent. |
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Step 2. Complete the Department of
Real Estate (DRE) Salesperson Examination Application
(RE400A*) and submit with appropriate fee and Course
Completion Certificate to the DRE. The DRE will notify
you of your examination date, time and location. This
takes approximately 4 weeks.
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Step 3. Once you are notified of
the date/time of exam begin studying practice questions
for DRE exam. These are included when you purchase our
Pre-License Package.
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Step 4. Successfully Pass the DRE
State Examination (a score of 70% or better is
required).
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Step 5. Complete Salesperson
License Application (RE 202,205*) and submit to DRE with
proof of residency and appropriate fees.
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Step 6. Receive Salesperson
License from DRE. Allow 4-6 weeks.
*For specific information the DRE can be reached at: (916)
227.0931, or visit their website at
www.dre.ca.gov
Q -
What are the approximate costs involved in obtaining a real
estate license?
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ONLY $260 plus $10.00 S/H.
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LYON will REIMBURSE your full tuition
when you close your first escrow as a LYON Agent!
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DRE Salesperson Examination fee...$25**
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DRE Salesperson Application fee…$145 with
principles course only**
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Department of Justice fingerprint
fee...$56**
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These prices are subject to change without notice. For more
information contact the DRE at: (916) 227.0931, or visit
their website at
www.dre.ca.gov
Q -
Are there other costs involved in beginning my real estate
career?
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Sacramento County Association: (916) 922-7711