South Carolina's Specialist in Real Estate Training.

1.) Where do I get my South Carolina Real Estate License in person or online?

Day classes are currently being taught in person or online via Zoom live stream. Evening classes are taught online via Zoom live stream.

2.) What are the prerequisites to obtain a Real Estate License in SC?

You must be at least 18 years old and have graduated from high school or hold a certificate of equivalency.

3.) How do I get a South Carolina real estate license?

• State law requires that you complete an approved Unit I: 60 Hour Fundamentals of Real Estate Course, designed to prepare you for the licensing exam. On the last day of the Unit I class you will take a Course Exit Exam. Upon passing the class exam you are given a Certificate of Completion for the Unit I course.


• You will mail the Certificate of Completion along with application to the SC Real Estate Commission.


• The SC Real Estate Commission will email you instructions on how to obtain the fingerprint criminal background and Social Security Number checks after you application is received.


• Once you receive approval from the SC Real Estate Commission follow their instructions to schedule your testing date & time with the PSI Testing Center.
  (There are PSI Testing Center locations throughout SC. Locally the test is given at the local PSI Testing Center in North Charleston 6 days a week.)
  


• Before you apply for a license you will also need to complete an additional Unit II: Advanced Real Estate Principles course (30-hours).


• Choose your Real Estate Broker (realty company).


• Have your Broker submit your licensure application with Passing Score sheets from PSI and proof of completion of the Unit II course to become a SC Real Estate Agent!

4.) How long does it take to get a real estate license in SC?

You may complete the Unit I class in 3 or 5 weeks. Remember the Unit II class has to also be finised for licensure which is half as long as Unit I.
To get your actual SC Real Estate License it can take 2-4 months or more depending on several factors which include the individual obtaining their license and processing times of SC Real Estate Commission etc.
Once you mail your paperwork to the SC Real Estate Commission after completing the Unit I class, the process of completing the fingerprint criminal background check and receiving approval to take the state licensing exam may take several weeks.
The state licensing exam is given six days a week.

5.) What does your real estate education in South Carolina course cost?

Class prices are listed on the Course Schedule linked here.

6.) What is the cost of the South Carolina State Exam and other fees?

The exam costs $63.00 (subject to change). There are various PSI exam sites throughout the state. There is a PSI Testing Center locally in North Charleston. The exams are administered Monday through Saturday, excluding major holidays, by appointment. There is an application fee paid the South Carolina Real Estate Commission in the amount of $25.00 (subject to change). The Criminal Background Check required by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission to be sent in with your application is $40.00 (subject to change) and can be more if you have lived in multiple states.

7.) What is the Unit II 30 Hour Advanced Real Estate Principles Course?

You may take the state license exam given by the PSI testing center after completing the initial Unit I course, but will not be issued a license until the completion of the Unit II 30 Hour Advanced Real Estate Principles Course. The Unit II course is a 30 hour course that does not have an exit exam.

8.) When may I take the Unit II course?

You may take the Unit II course as soon as you complete Unit I.

9.) When should I register for the Unit II class?

You may register for the Unit II class at the same time as the Unit I class if you would like to secure a spot in a particular Unit II class. Just make sure that the Unit II class start date is after the last day of the Unit I class for which you register. In other words, you must complete the Unit I class before taking the Unit II class.

10.) When and where are the classes held?

Our school is located Mt. Pleasant. Currently our classes are being taught online via live stream. Our Course Schedule is linked here. We offer monthly morning and evening classes.

11.) In order to obtain my license, do I need a broker or real estate company to sponsor me?

No, you do not need a broker/company sponsor you in order to take classes or the exam. However, to be licensed, it is mandatory to be affiliated with a broker/real estate company.

12.) I do not have a Broker-in-Charge to supervise me or a company to work for. Can I get licensed now and seek employment later?

Yes, you will need to indicate that you do not have a supervising broker/office code on your license application where it asks for BIC office information and signature. You will be licensed but placed in "inactive" status until you activate under a supervising in charge licensee. If a provisional salesman, you still will be required to complete post-licensing education and upgrade prior to expiration of your license.

13.) Which South Carolina Real Estate license should I get?

By obtaining your salesperson's license in South Carolina you may engage in residential real estate transactions, commercial real estate transactions, leasing transactions as may be allowed by your Broker-in-Charge.

14.) Do you help with job placement?

We provide our students with recruitment information from realty companies seeking new agents.

15.) Can I have a Real Estate License in multiple states?

Yes. You must meet the requirements of each state's Real Estate Commission.

16.) What can I do with a South Carolina Real Estate license?

Obtaining a real estate license is beneficial to acquiring better business knowledge and aptitude. With a SC Real Estate License you may work as a residential or commercial agent. You may be a buyer's agent, a seller's agent or both. You may also engage in leasing transactions and management of vacation properties as long as your Broker-in-Charge does the same. Some prosper as real estate investors. You also may eventually become a Broker-in-Charge (after 3 years experience, completing Broker Educations classes, and passing Broker Exam).

17.) Is there anything else I should know prior to taking the course?

The Unit I course is designed to cover the material on the State Licensing Exam. Be ready to engage with your instructor, ask questions, take notes, and study throughout the course. When you have completed the course you will be prepared to take the State Licensing Exam. Make sure you take the State Licensing Exam as soon as possible after completing the course.

18.) How far in advance should I register for class?

Register as far in advance as possible. For those taking the class online, we will have a book pickup the weekend prior to the start of class; however, if you are unable to make the book pickup or prefer your book to be mailed we will mail your book for $20 via USPS. It is best to register in advance to get all the details squared away and to make sure you have a hard copy of the book on the first day of class. For those taking the class in person, you will receive your book on the first day of class.

19.) Now that I am registered for class, what do I need to bring to class?

Just have something to take notes with and eventually you will need a basic calculator.

20.) I completed the course a year ago and never got my license. Is there anything you recommend I do for review?

We understand that unexpected situations may arise: therefore, we allow anyone who has completed the course with us in the last two years to audit the course for a substantially reduced rate. If you are interested in this option email Elizabeth at resofchs@gmail.com for more information.

21.) Why should I choose The Real Estate School of South Carolina at Charleston for my real estate education in South Carolina?

We have been training real estate agents in Mt. Pleasant for over 25 years. Our instructors are the best. Our years of experience, highly educated instructors, and obtainable staff guarantee our students the best experience possible.

22.) Do you have a printable document with SC Real Estate Licensing Steps and Class Information?

Yes, Click Here.