While everyone will complete the process in a different timeline, here is a potential estimate for how long it could take to earn a Mississippi real estate salesperson license:
Step 1: Complete the required 60-hour Mississippi Pre-License course.
- An online course can be faster to complete than an in-person class because it's flexible with your schedule.
- Expect the course to take from 2-4 weeks, depending on how quickly you work through an online course.
Step 2: Apply for your license.
- You'll need to be hired by a Mississippi broker; expect this to take 1-3 months
- You need letters of recommendation from Mississippi property owners; about 1-3 weeks
- Send to the Mississippi Real Estate Commission for processing; expect 2-4 weeks.
Step 3: Schedule your background check.
- The state will send a fingerprint kit with instructions after approving your application, about 1-3 weeks.
- Scheduling your fingerprints could take 1-3 weeks, depending on availability.
- The Mississippi Real Estate Commission will match your background check results to your application once they receive it. Results could take up to 10 weeks.
Step 4: Schedule and take the state exam.
- The MREC will send an approval letter about 2-4 weeks after receiving your application. You can schedule your exam through http://www.psiexams.com or by calling 1- 855-557-0620.
- Scheduling be anywhere from 1-3 weeks out, depending on test center availability.
Step 5: Receive your license
- PSI will send your score report to the MREC.
- The MREC mails your license to your employing broker.
Total Time: 12-24 weeks
It's possible to have your MS real estate license within three months, but you'll need to stay on top of the process. The factors you can control include time spent completing your course, scheduling your fingerprints and exam, passing the exam, submitting the license application. Some steps can be done concurrently.