How to Become a Licensed Agent in Illinois

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Interested in a Career in Real Estate?

Illinois Licensing Process

Step 1

Pick a Real Estate Program that suits your needs

  • 75 educational hours

Step 2

Apply to Take Real Estate Exam & Get Licensed

  • National and State Exam: $58

Step 3

Choose a Broker Affiliation for Sponsorship

Illinois Real Estate Schools

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Metro East Real Estate Academy

Local school that offers a variety of real estate courses, including pre-licensing and post-licensing classes

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Join the Association

REALTOR® members voluntarily join the Association and are bound by the Code of Ethics of the National Association of REALTORS®. REALTOR® members maintain thirty hours of continuing education every three years to keep them informed on changes in their industry. They are actively involved in education, community service, private property rights, lobbying, current real estate information, and a host of other activities.

Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS®

Southwestern Illinois Board of Realtors® is one of the area’s top REALTOR® Associations, we represent over 1,800 real estate industry professionals . We put member and stakeholder satisfaction first so that we can focus on advocacy, professional development, and community engagement.