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How to Get Licensed

  1. File an application with the Nebraska Real Estate Commission (NREC).
    • Two types of licenses are issued by NREC: a salesperson's license and a broker's license. A salesperson's license allows the licensee to engage in all facets of the real estate business, if employed and supervised by a licensed broker. A broker's license allows the licensee to engage in all facets of the real estate business, either as a self-employed broker or as an associate broker employed and supervised by a licensed broker.
    • Fill out an application: Salesperson Application Packet or Broker Application Packet.
    • If you have any questions, please contact NREC at 402-471-2004 or email.
  2. Undergo a criminal background check.
  3. Pass the state real estate exam. To become a licensed real estate salesperson in the state of Nebraska, you must first complete two pre-licensing courses approved by NREC. These courses provide preparatory training for the state exam.
    • We offer pre-licensing coursework through our partnership with VanEd