How Do I Get My Mississippi Real Estate License?

Acquiring your Mississippi real estate license is the first step to enjoying your new career in promising markets like Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, Biloxi, or any other city in the state. To earn your real estate license in Mississippi, you must be at least 18 years old, complete 60 hours of approved education, submit an exam application, pass the Mississippi salesperson licensing exam, and secure employment with a sponsoring broker. While the process to become a real estate agent is similar in most states, each state has unique steps that must be adhered to. The five steps to becoming a Mississippi real estate agent are as follows:

Step 1: Be at Least 18 Years of Age

In addition to being at least 18 years of age, you must also be a legal resident of Mississippi and show proof of high school graduation or equivalent.

Step 2: Complete Your Required Real Estate Courses

The Mississippi Real Estate Commission requires you, as a real estate salesperson applicant, to complete 60 hours of approved Mississippi pre-licensing courses.

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Step 3: Complete and Submit Your Real Estate License Application

After you complete your required education, you can apply for your real estate salesperson license. Visit the Mississippi Real Estate Commission to apply for your license. Your application and fee are good for one year, so you’ll need to take the exam within a year of applying. You can disclose who your employing broker will be on your application or wait until after you take the exam. The fee for this application is $120 and it’s due upon submission.

Step 4: Take the Mississippi Real Estate Exam

Once your application is approved, it’s time to register and pass the salesperson’s licensing exam with the exam provider, Psychological Services, Inc. (PSI). To schedule your exam, visit the PSI website. The exam fee is $75 per attempt. The Mississippi Real Estate Exam includes 120 questions to be answered within the given time limit of four hours.

Step 5: Obtain an Employing Broker Sponsor

To fulfill your requirements in becoming a real estate agent, you have to find sponsorship with a licensed Mississippi Employing Broker. Choosing the right broker is an important step in this process. They have the potential to serve as a mentor to guide you through the early days of your career as a real estate agent. For help with finding a sponsoring broker in your area, visit StateRequirement Jobs.