How long does it take to get my ID real estate license?

Here is a potential timeline for how long it could take to obtain your Idaho real estate salesperson license:

Step 1: Complete the required 90-hour Idaho Pre-License course.

  • Most prospective salespersons decide to take the course online so they can complete the course at their pace.
  • An online course can be faster to complete than an in-person class, taking anywhere from 2-8 weeks depending on your schedule and how quickly you complete the online course.

Step 2: Schedule and take the state exam.

  • You can schedule your exam through www.pearsonvue.com or by calling 1-(877)-540-5833.
  • The actual test date may be 1-3 weeks out depending on availability at the testing centers.

Step 3: Schedule your background check.

  • Once you pass the exam, schedule your fingerprints and background check.
  • You can have your fingerprints taken at the testing center if you set an appointment first.
  • The Idaho Real Estate Commission estimates 1-12 weeks for processing.

Step 4: Create an IREC Online Services Account

  • Creating your account will be essential for checking on your fingerprint status.
  • You cannot submit your license application until your background check clears.
  • Creating an account can be done in under an hour.

Step 5: Purchase E&O insurance

Idaho requires all real estate salespersons to have a current E&O policy before getting an active license. The Idaho Real Estate Commission offers a Group E&O Program. Your insurance coverage begins when you pay your premium.

Step 6: Apply for your license.

  • You can submit the application as soon as your background check clears.
  • You need proof of pre-licensing education, high school education, and legal presence in the US.
  • The IREC takes a minimum of 10 business days to process your application.

Step 7: Have your Broker activate you

  • Once the IREC approves your license, it issues you a license on inactive status.
  • Ask your affiliating broker to log in and activate the license.

Total Time: 8-24 weeks

While timing would be tight, it's possible to have an Idaho real estate license within two months, although a more realistic estimate is 3-4 months. How quickly you earn your license does depend on how long it takes to complete your course, pass the exam, submit fingerprints, obtain E&O insurance, apply for the license, and be hired by a broker.

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You must complete the following steps to earn your ID Salesperson’s license: 1) Complete 90-Hour ID Pre-license Salesperson Modules 2) Pass the ID salesperson state exam 3) Submit fingerprints for a background check 4) Create an IREC account 5) Obtain E&O insurance 6) Turn in the ID salesperson license application

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An estimated total cost to earn your Idaho real estate salesperson license is s $955.25. These costs are spread out over the entire licensing process and not paid all upfront.

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Earn your ID license in approx. 3 months. 1)Complete the 90-hour course online: 2-4 wks 2)Schedule and pass the ID state exam: 1-3 wks 3)Submit fingerprints for a background check. 1-12 wks 4)Create an IREC Online Services account 5)Buy E&O insurance 6)Apply for your license. 1-2 wks 7)Have a broker activate you

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You will take tests and quizzes as part of Module 1 and Module 2 of the pre-licensing education. These are to check your understanding. The most important test you will take is the Idaho Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Exam. You will have a total of 4 hours to take and pass this test.

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No, the Idaho salesperson license application is a paper application that requires you to find a notary public. While you can track your status online, you can't apply online.

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