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Kenosha (pronounced /kəˈnoʊʃə/ ) is a city in and the county seat of Kenosha County, United States. With an estimated 2006 population of 96,240, Kenosha is the fourth-largest city in Wisconsin behind Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay. Kenosha lies on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, 32 miles (51 km) south of Milwaukee and 50 miles (80 km) north of Chicago, Illinois. Although the city is geographically closer to Milwaukee than Chicago, Kenosha is considered part of the Chicago Metropolitan Area by the US Census.

mgn78227 asked: "I'm interested in the real estate career but to shortened the question: Can I just take the real estate exam without going to school."

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Susan H replied: "You can take online classes. I am in California and you have to have 3 classes from an accredited school in order to be a real estate agent. Once you've completed those classes, you can take the exam."

awesthoustonrealtor replied: "In Texas, you must complete all required hours before applying for a license. After that you receive a permission to take the test. you must also pass criminal record screening and complete FBI fingerprinting ."

Bibs replied: "If you do not take the classes, you will not pass."

sunshine replied: "there are some states that do not require you to attend a real estate school in order to take the exam. Check with your real estate examination board to see what are their requirements. But it would be easier to just take an online course to help you pass the exam, unless you're a real estate paralegal or attorney, of course."

zealot144 replied: "Not in Arizona. You must pass the school's test first, then take the State's test. Period.What state are you in?BTW: What on earth would motivate you to get a license in the current market?"

bull_rooster_aardvark replied: "Where I live you have to take the class. After you finish a valid class the instructor send into the exam company that you did the class and only then are you even allowed to sit for the exam, so you really do have to take the class first. The only exception is if you have a license in one state and want one in another nearby state, some states allow reciprocity where you can get the license in the second state without the class. You will have to sit for and pass the state portion of the exam in the second state, so you can sit for this exam without taking any classes (but you will have to provide proof of being licensed in the first state)."

Artman replied: "In almost all jurisdictions in the US, you need the credit - hours AND the exam.They do that because because there are too many legal and economic transactions that are needed to be made in selling a property; and there are also too many people trying to run scams and frauds schemes.If you want to have some credibility in the real estate business better take the class. Beside, what you will learn there might save you from some legal mistakes that might get you a civil sue or criminal charges if you fail meet legal requirements (Arguing "I didn't know that...becuase I never went to realtor school !" will not save you from jail)."

HIGH SHAMAN replied: "NOPE ... You will NOT be able to pass the real estate liscensing class without some type of study .....There may be an online course ; BUT you should check with your local board of realtors to see if it is even reputable and reconized in your area ....Other than that ; some real estate offices offer a short realtor's course .... call around .... sometimes they are FREE if you agree to work with their office for a year or so ...."

Jon j replied: "Ya I think you can.but I would check it out more.I went toYou can also go to the dre siteDre.ca.gov whatever works."

Cawn R replied: "I think not, it is better to have proper education in the said profession and having certificate...it allows you know the different tricks in this business.."

domojj24 asked: "I would like to become a real estate agent and Im working on my GED. Im planning on paying over 200 dollars to go to school and 1200 dollars for licenseing. I want to know if you MUST HAVE it to go."

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misunderestimated replied: "Generally, the only rule for admission is that you must meet your state's licensing eligibility requirements. Many states DO require that you have a GED or high school diploma, so check your state's requirements here:"

LoLa asked: "I graduated early from high school last year, and decided to attend community college. Well now that I'm about to turn 18, I want to go for my Loan Officer license and i found this Real Estate school that will give me the courses i need and prep for the state exam. Do you think this is a good idea? I plan to go back to college to get a degree after I become a loan officer.I'm going to finish this next semester of community college and then register at Real Estate School."

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Krista replied: "I think that's a good idea. If real estate school will make you happy, go for it. And it's good that you're gonna go back to get your degree."

Joe4d replied: "Well now that I see your additional info I dont see any problems. Finish your semester and bank the credits. They'll still be there when you want then.. Move on to something that will put actual money in the bank. You may want to look around for a part time job as a car salesman. Since many are commision only the job is pretty easy to get. As you dont get paid unless you sell. The job is very similar to Real estate. Selling upcharges, talking people shopping for a cheap car into expensive. Determinig needs and interests handling objections closing the deal. Then the sfter deal process of financing, paperwork credit checks etc etc.. A car sales job will let you get your feet wet without diving in."

JhnyC replied: "In general, you should really try to stay in college to get a degree. Frequently, when a person postpones a degree, they don't end up getting it. It might be a good idea to get a degree in finance or business or something to fall back on, after persuing real estate."

jjols replied: "get the degree first..else you'll put it off 1 semester..then a year later then 3 years later ect. have something to fall back on"

tedi asked: "I would like to go to real estate school and get my license but I'm strapped on funds. Any suggestions?"

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ideally_rational replied: "Look in your local paper. There are usually some real estate brokers that will pay for your classes. This is a tough time to enter the real estate business, but you may find what you are looking for. If you don't find that in the papers, google "free real estate classes" and list in that your local board of realtors, which is different depending on what area you are in.The brokers who give free real estate classes may have stipulations though, such as that you complete at least one sale or you have to pay them back.You could also try calling brokers. Some may agree to foot the bill on the classes for you until you get a sale in, but the paper is your best bet.By the way, a warning...you need money to start in real estate. There will be other fees, such as joining your local board of realtors, business cards, etc. It usually takes a minimum of six months to really get an income. You either need another job, or a good cushion of money to tide you over."

venicefloridarealtor replied: "Check with your local brokers. Some may offer signing bonuses or tuition payment for new realtors."

American_Nawaab_786 asked: "I want to learn more about the commercial real estate industry. I do NOT want to go to a 4-year university to do so. Can you recommend a crash course school or certification?"

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godged replied: "You can get your regular RE license, then take the CCIM course. Commercial is tough, make sure you get a great mentor on this."

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