People call us all the time about getting an Oregon real estate license. How hard is it? How much will it cost? Do I have to go to real estate school? Will an online course train me to pass the real estate exam? Will there be a job for me when I finish? Let me try to answer a few of these questions.

Getting a real estate license in Oregon is fairly easy. There are 3 main requirements.

1. Real estate education — You must complete a state-approved 150-hour real estate course. Online training is very popular in Oregon, especially since the hours are fairly high compared to other states.
2. Complete a background check — Submit to the State of Oregon Real Estate Agency a completed background check and fingerprints.
3. Pass the Oregon real estate license exam — It’s a two-part exam and you have to pass each part by 75%. There are only 200 questions.

Once you have these requirements completed, you will submit to the real estate agency a license application and appropriate fee. At this time you will need to know what company you plan to work for if you want an active license.

This past month ProSchools decided to offer an online only course.  For $499 all the training and support is still there—instructor access, customer service and tech support. ProSchools continues to offer live classes to supplement the online real estate course for those that want it.

As for what other expenses to expect, there are start-up fees that you should expect. The range is usually $1000 to $1800. We have posted real estate articles on how to best prepare for a new real estate career,  plus we have several free webinars scheduled.

Over the past month we have had a lot of calls from principal brokers wanting to hire new brokers. We suggest doing your homework now and try to get your real estate license by October. We have a couple of free Broker Fairs scheduled for September 15 and 17.  Sept 15 is at our West Portland office. September 17 is at the Acapulco Restaurant in East Portland.  You can meet hiring brokers from the Portland Metro area, representing major real estate companies.

Call us for the details: 503-297-1344. We’re always glad to answer any question!

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