Real estate can be a fun and challenging career. It takes an entrepreneurial spirit, positive outlook and the desire to work with clients and an individual can succeed.

In order to apply for a real estate license, one must:

• be at least 18 years of age

• have obtained a high school diploma or equivalency certificate (GED)

• show proof of successful completion of ninety (90) hours of real estate education in courses approved by the LREC

• comply with all application procedures required by the LREC

• pass the real estate salesperson licensing examination

• be sponsored by a licensed real estate broker and provide proof of errors and omissions insurance prior to license issuance.

State certified real estate schools - Click here, http://www.lrec.state.la.us/schools_live.htm to view and download a list of state certified real estate schools.

For more information on how to obtain a real estate license and the necessary application and fees visit the Louisiana Real Estate Commission website. www.lrec.state.la.us

Once you've successfully passed the state licensing exam, you will want to join our Association. Northwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS® provides ethical standards, education, information and services to members which enable you to excel and prosper in the real estate market place.

All members of the Northwest Louisiana Association of REALTORS® enjoy the rights and privileges of the title REALTOR® and more information can be found at the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) website at http://www.realtor.org. There are over 1,300,000 members of the National Association of REALTORS®. All REALTORS® are bound by a Code of Ethics.

STEPS TO BECOMING A REALTOR® MEMBER

1. Obtain your real estate license

2. Complete the appropriate REALTOR® application form

3. Submit the application and applicable dues to the NWLAR office

4. Attend a New Member Orientation class within two (2) scheduled sessions and complete a REALTOR® Code of Ethics course (at the NWLAR office or complete an on-line course) within 185 days