Can I get a Nevada real estate license if I don't work for a broker?

The basic requirement to apply for a Nevada salesperson license is to be at least 18 years of age. If you need this basic qualification, you'll need to complete a 120-hour pre-license education course, pass the state licensing exam, submit to a background check, and be hired by a licensed Nevada broker.

Your Nevada real estate salesperson license application is known as form 549. You need to print out this form to apply for your license. You also need essential documents listed in the application checklist and the $125 license application fee.

No, Nevada does not have an online licensing option at this time. You'll need to type and print out on form 549.

The Nevada real estate salesperson license application fee is $125 made payable to the Nevada real estate division as a check or money order. Any payments done in person using a credit card will have a 2% convenience fee tacked on.

All applicants will need to submit Form 619 or the original fingerprint verification form. You also need proof of your pre-license education and the score report from Pearson VUE dated within the last 12 months.

You have up to one year to apply for your salesperson license after passing the state licensing exam. It's in your best interest to file your license application as soon as possible so that you can start work as a Nevada license salesperson.

Oh, you must work under the supervision of an employee Nevada license broker. If you wish to have an active license, you'll need to submit your Brokers information as part of your salesperson license application.

An inactive license says that you have met all the requirements to hold a Nevada salesperson license, but you are not currently authorized to transact real estate and earn a commission for your efforts. An active license says that you can assist with the purchase, sale, or lease of real estate and be paid for your work

To get an inactive Nevada real estate license, you must return your original license with a signed termination notice Form 505 from the broker.

Follow all the steps outlined in the Nevada real estate salesperson application. If approved, you will automatically be on active status. There is no option to apply for an inactive license with your initial application.

To resume on an active license, you’ll need to submit Form 544 and the applicable application fees. Depending on how long you have been inactive, you may need to be fingerprinted, retake the state exam, and pay a renewal fee.

A broker license enables you to engage in the business of brokerage and transact real estate with the expectation of payment. A salesperson must be hired as an employee or independent contractor associated with a licensed broker to engage in real estate transactions and be paid.