Can I complete the application for an IA salesperson's license online?

Follow these steps to earn an IA Salesperson’s license: 1) Complete 60-Hour IA Pre-license Salesperson Course plus required (3) 12-hour practical courses 2) Submit to a background check 3) Pass the IA salesperson state exam 4) Obtain E&O insurance 5) Find a sponsoring broker 6) Submit a salesperson license application

Added together, it can cost as little as $464 to earn your Iowa real estate salesperson license. These costs are spread out over the entire licensing process and not paid all upfront.

Earn your IA salesperson license in approx. 3 months. 1) Complete all required pre-license courses online: 4-8 weeks 2) Schedule and pass the exam: 1-3 weeks 3) Submit fingerprints for a background check: 2-4 weeks 4) Purchase E&O insurance: 1 day 5) Be hired by a broker: 1-3 months 6) Apply for your license: 2-4 weeks

You will take a series of tests in your pursuit of an Iowa license. The first test will come with your 60-hour pre-license education course. Your (3) 12-hour required courses may also have exams at the end. Your final exam will be the Iowa salesperson licensing exam, which you must pass to qualify for your license.

Yes! In fact, Iowa only permits you to apply for your real estate license online. You’ll create an account with My Iowa PLB to work through the licensing process and manage your license once you have received it.