California Real Estate Licensing Guide
Official Information from the California School of Real Estate
3 Steps to Your 2026 License
- 1. Education: Complete 135 hours of DRE-approved college-level courses (Real Estate Principles, Practice, and one elective).
- 2. Application: Submit your exam application and fingerprints (Live Scan) to the Department of Real Estate.
- 3. Examination: Pass the state exam with a score of 70% or higher (75% for Brokers).
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