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The time it takes to get your Alabama salesperson real estate license varies per person due to the requirements that must be met; Pre-Licensing coursework, exam, background check, and application processing. The timeliest factor involved is completing the 60 hours of Pre-Licensing education, comprised of one course. Depending on the candidate, the background check may take some time as well. For more information on the licensing process, please click here.

There are a few fixed expenses aspiring Alabama real estate agents should know about ahead of time, including: $25 criminal records search fee $30 research and education fee $77 examination fee through PSI $150 license fee Costs that vary include the 60 hours of required Pre-Licensing education. Also, students will need to ensure their real estate school is approved by the Alabama Real Estate Commission.

Each real estate licensee must complete 30 hours of real estate Post-Licensing approved by the Alabama Real Estate Commission within the first six months of licensure for active licensees and within one year for inactive licensees. Each real estate licensee must complete a minimum of 15 hours of real estate instruction approved by the Alabama Real Estate Commission every even-numbered year by 9/30. The license renewal deadline is every even-numbered year by 8/31.

Yes, the state of Alabama allows a future salesperson to earn their real estate license online. If you're interested in getting your Alabama real estate license online, learn more about your available options here.