Step-by-Step: Getting Your NJ Real Estate License

Meet Eligibility Requirements Be at least 18 years old Hold a high school diploma or GED Demonstrate honesty and integrity (NJ Real Estate Commission background check)  Complete the 75‑Hour Pre‑Licensing Course Must be through a state-approved provider (online or in-person)  Cost: Typically $300–$600 (some providers as low as $149–$350) Pass Your Course Final Exam Certificate is valid for 1 year to schedule the state exam Providers often include exam prep materials  Pass the NJ State Licensing Exam Administered by PSI, includes a national section and a NJ‑specific section Passing score: 70% or higher  Fee: around $38–$45 per attempt You can retake if needed within one year of course completion Fingerprinting & Background Check Through IdentoGO, fee: $66.05  Apply for Your License & Join a Brokerage Application fee: $160  Must affiliate/sponsor with a licensed NJ broker (like me )

Estimated Costs Overview

Here’s a quick breakdown:

Item

Estimated Cost

75‑hour pre‑licensing course

$300 – $600

PSI exam (including retakes)

$38 – $90

Fingerprinting & background check

~$66

State license application fee

$160

Total initial investment

$564 – $916+

Some providers may bundle prep materials, and brokers sometimes offer credit toward your fees.

How Long It Takes

Most candidates complete everything in 3–6 months, depending on course pace, exam scheduling, and finding a broker 

Why Start Now?

High earning potential (NJ average ~$82K/yr for new agents)  Flexible, entrepreneurial career—you control your business and schedule 

Let’s Work Together

I’d be honored to sponsor you under my brokerage at Vylla Homes. Once licensed, I’ll mentor you and help you kickstart your real estate career. I’ve helped many agents hit the ground running.

If you’re ready, here’s what we do next:

You enroll in your 75‑hour pre‑licensing course I’ll guide you to pass the NJ state exam and complete fingerprinting We file your application, and you go live under our brokerage

Let me know when you’re ready to start—or if you have questions about schools, timing, or next steps. I’m here to help every step of the way!

Once you passed then I can refund your Education fee