New Agents
Pass Your California Real Estate Exam First Try — and launch the career you've been building toward.
Requirements
To become a licensed real estate salesperson in California, you must:
The California Real Estate Exam covers:
Our preferred online school partners offer:
Your Path Forward
Here's the roadmap. Every successful agent has walked this path — and I'm here to help you walk it faster.
3 courses, 135 hours: Real Estate Principles, Practice, and one elective. Take them online at your own pace.
Submit your application to the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) with your course certificates and fee.
The exam is 150 questions, 3.25 hours. Pass score is 70%. Study with practice exams, flashcards, and our study guide.
Choose a broker to hang your license with. This is your first major business decision — choose wisely.
Connect with experienced agents, get mentorship, and plug into the tools and systems that top producers use from day one.
With the right training, tools, and support — your first commission is closer than you think.
Why eXp Realty?
When you get licensed, you need a broker. eXp Realty offers revenue share, stock ownership, cloud-based training, and a global network — with no desk fees. I'm an agent and I sponsor new agents. Let's talk about whether it's the right fit for you.