Steps to Become a Realtor

 To become a realtor, you must be registered with the National Association of Realtors.

Many think that this profession is simple. Movies or series personify the real estate agent as a successful worker, with a quiet life, great eloquence and a lot of money. But is it really that simple? You just have to know how to talk, be nice and know how to sell? If we consider that it’s a heavily regulated profession, the reality is that to become a Realtor, much more is required.

If you really want to be a Realtor in Florida, endorsed by the National Association of Realtors, you must follow and comply with the steps and requirements provided by Ace Florida Realty.

Basic requirements

For some people, these requirements may be obvious, but in some cases, it’s necessary to specify that you must be over 18 years to start practicing this profession. You must also hold a high school diploma and have a United States Social Security number.

Comply with pre-licensing course

Complete the real estate sales associate with a pre-licensing course approved by the Florida Real Estate Commission. This course has 63 hours of classes and students can’t miss more than 8 hours.

Apply for the Florida Real Estate Sales Associate Examination

One of the prerequisites to apply for the exam is to have your fingerprints scanned as proof that a background check was done. With your electronic fingerprints, application form and payment of the corresponding fees you can now apply for the license and exam.

The exam, given by Pearson Vue, must be passed with at least 75% of the correct answers. If you didn’t pass, you could retake the exam only once more in that same year.

Activate your license

To start working as a real estate agent, you must activate your license, find employment with a licensed broker and use the Sales Associate or the Broker Sales Associate transactions form.

And now you became a Realtor?

Not yet. The designation as Realtor is given by the National Association of Realtors (NAR); only this institution can give the designation to real estate agents. To register in the NAR you need to be a member of your local real estate association, take the online Code of Ethics course and pass the exam. Once you are accepted as a member of the institution, you will have access to the MLS, Multiple Listing Service that allows agents to market properties picked up by another member.

With all this information, are you ready to start your real estate career? If you have any doubt about the educational process of real estate agents, contact Ace Florida Realty, a real estate broker agency with extensive experience in the field, with training courses for future real estate agents. If you need more information, don't hesitate to ask through their social networks, they will give you the answer you are looking for.

Being a realtor is more than being a real estate agent.

---

Instagram : @aceflrealty

Twitter: @aceflrealty

Youtube:  ACE FL Realty