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Choosing to become a Realtor offers a unique blend of entrepreneurial freedom, the potential for high income, and the fulfillment that comes from helping people achieve their homeownership dreams.
It’s a dynamic career with diverse opportunities, continuous learning, and the ability to make a positive impact on communities—all while allowing you to build a flexible and independent professional life.
To become a Realtor in New Mexico, follow these steps:
- Meet Eligibility Requirements: You must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be a U.S. citizen or legally eligible to work in the U.S.
- Complete Pre-Licensing Education: Enroll in a state-approved real estate pre-licensing course. In New Mexico, this typically involves completing 90 hours of education, including real estate principles and practice, New Mexico real estate law, and a broker basics course.
- Pass the Licensing Exam: After completing the pre-licensing education, you must pass the New Mexico Real Estate Broker's Exam. This exam tests your knowledge of real estate practices, laws, and regulations in New Mexico.
- Submit Your Application: Once you pass the exam, you need to submit a license application to the New Mexico Real Estate Commission (NMREC). This includes paying the required fees and providing proof of your education and exam results.
- Find a Sponsoring Broker: To activate your license, you must be affiliated with a licensed New Mexico real estate brokerage. Find a sponsoring broker who will supervise your activities as a newly licensed Realtor.
- Join the Greater Albuquerque Association of REALTORS®, Southwest Multiple Listing Service, and NAR: To officially become a Realtor, you need to join these associations, which involves adhering to their Code of Ethics and paying membership dues.
Once these steps are completed, you can start practicing as a REALTOR® in New Mexico.
Complete Post-Licensing Education: New Mexico requires new licensees to complete an additional 30 hours of post-licensing education within their first year of licensure.
New Mexico Real Estate Schools
- New Mexico Real Estate Academy by CNM Ingenuity
- UNM Continuing Education
- The Real Estate Academy
- One-Stop Real Estate Education
- Mesa Real Estate Institute, LLC (online)
- Kaplan Real Estate Education (online)
- Colibri Real Esetate (online)
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