im thinking about trying to get involved in real estate and wanted some advice on the exams and how long it takes. thank you
Broker or Agent? Salesperson you need to take RE principles to be eligible to take the exam and two more RE courses to keep the lic. if you pass. Broker it's 2 yrs verified experience and about 8 courses. I have been a Realtor for 8 years and I just passed the broker's exam, it was very hard and I am told they changed the salespersons exam also to make it harder. Good luck.
I would recommend taking a college level class in California real estate. I took one many many years ago, and was told if I learned everything in the book, I'd be able to pass the test. A class will include things like contracts, liens, easements, and more. It's all stuff that's 'learnable' if you want to. I don't know about the exam for the license. Something to keep in mind is even if you get a real estate license, the housing market is in the dumper, and there are a lot of real estate agents doing other types of work. If I recall correctly, you are/were looking for a job in law enforcement? It might be easier to find work in that area, especially if it's a spin-off of it like correctional officer, FDIC bank examiner, even a PD dispatcher or code enforcemnt, zoning inspector, etc.? There will always be criminals and law enforcement will always be needed. City/county/state budget problems are the holdup. Hang in there and go for what you want, be persistent, and you'll likely reach your goal(s).
