Acquiring Your Real Estate License in Maryland

In Maryland, you are required by law to take a 64 hour course entitled “Principles & Practices of Real Estate for Salespersons.” The course is given by the Real Estate Education Center or any other certified Real Estate Schools in Maryland . This course covers all the technical aspects of real estate math, law and theory. Upon successful completion you will be eligible to take the PSI Licensing Exam.

Admission

Applicants must have a high school diploma or a GED and must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application for their Maryland Real Estate license. Students must email or fax a copy of either their high school diploma, GED, college diploma or an official transcript in English. Applicants shall meet any other requirement that the Commission establishes to ensure that only individuals who are professionally competent and of good character and reputation are licensed.

How to Get Started

• Find a local Real Estate office that offers classes, either on-site or online.
• Decide which class suits your schedule the best
• Contact the instructor
• Submit all forms needed to begin class

After Completion

Once you pass the Principles and Practices of Real Estate for Salespersons Course and the MD examination, you must affiliate with a real estate broker in order to have your license activated as a real estate salesperson. At that point, should you choose or be offered to affiliate with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty, we offer a free training program geared to help you achieve success. We teach you the practical aspects of actually listing and selling properties. Following the classroom and one on one mentoring with your field trainer, you will be fully prepared to launch into a successful real estate career. We will help you to reach your goals.

Find out more specifics about online course availability, approved education providers and other licensing requirements at the Real Estate Education Center.