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Why is ProSchools’ program better than the competition’s?
You may find cheaper programs, but you will not be able to find a better program of study. Our high pass rates prove we are the best at getting new real estate careers launched!
How can I learn more about what a real estate career really offers?
Visit the career information section of our Web site for a helpful overview of the exciting world of real estate. Talking to successful professionals is another great way to learn more about being a real estate agent on a daily basis. Check out our free articles to help you decide if a real estate career is right for you!
How long does it take to complete the program of study?
The Hawaii real estate course (salesperson license) is 60 hours. You’ll spend that time reading, reviewing key definitions, taking quizzes, and practicing for the state exam by taking practice quizzes. Typically students take about a month to complete the full program of study. It just depends on how much time you commit to studying on a regular basis.
What are the steps to obtain a Hawaii real estate license?
To obtain a new real estate salesperson license in Hawaii, you need to:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be a U.S. citizen/national or alien authorized to work in the United States.
- Complete a 60-hour real estate prelicense course.
- Pass a salesperson license exam.
- Complete a license application and pay the corresponding fee.
What if I already have a real estate license from another state?
If you hold a current license from another state, you may be able to forego the prelicense course requirement and/or the requirement to take the national (uniform) portion of the exam by obtaining an equivalency certificate. You need to:
- Hold a real estate license that was active within one year immediately prior to applying for a Hawaii real estate license.
- Apply for and obtain an equivalency to the prelicense education course, using the Application for Prelicensing Education Equivalency-Real Estate application. As part of this process, you must request a “Verification of License” form be completed by the regulatory agency of the state in which you are actively licensed.
- Apply for and obtain an equivalency to the uniform section of the Hawaii licensing examination, using the form provided by the Real Estate Branch (REB). You may qualify for this if you hold a current license in another state and you passed the uniform section of that state's licensing exam. If granted, you will only have to take the Hawaii section of the exam.
- Pass the state portion of the salesperson license exam (50 questions). A passing score is 70% or better.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be a U.S. citizen/national or alien authorized to work in the United States.
- Complete a license application and pay the corresponding fee. The license application will be provided to you at the test site upon successfully passing the Hawaii portion of the real estate examination.
Can I take the Hawaii real estate exam on the mainland?
Candidates may schedule a Hawaii real estate exam at any Pearson Vue test center in the United States. Call Pearson Vue at 1-800-274-7301 or visit www.pearsonvue.com for test site locations and reservations.
What kind of computer do I need to access the Hawaii prelicense
program online?
We recommend using a computer (PC compatible or Macintosh) with at least a 200-MHz processor, a minimum of 64 MB of RAM, and a monitor with resolution set to at least 800 x 600. Most computers purchased or upgraded in the last 3 to 4 years meet these requirements.
You will need a reliable Internet connection with a minimum speed of 35k to 40k. This is well within the range of most computers with a 56k modem. You will also need an Internet browser installed. We recommend Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, versions 4.0 or later.
To access course materials, you’ll need Adobe Acrobat and Macromedia Flash software, which is installed on most computers or available for free downloading.
What kind of financial investment does it take to start a career in
real estate?
Investment in your new real estate career is surprisingly low. For under $700, you can be trained, tested, licensed, and ready to go to work in just a couple of months. Costs include:
- ProSchools’ prelicense program
- Hawaii state exam fee
- Hawaii real estate license fee
After hanging your license with a broker, you may incur additional start-up costs, including: Multiple Listing Service (MLS) fees, REALTOR® association fees, business cards, cell phone charges, and more.
Do I need a college degree to get my Hawaii real estate license?
No, the only education required is a state-approved prelicense course like ProSchools’. For a mere fraction of the cost of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, you could earn a six-figure income and have a flexible schedule!
Do I need a different license to become a commercial real estate agent?
In Hawaii, residential and commercial real estate professionals receive the same license. The same coursework and state exam are required to receive the license.
Are the course practice exams similar to the Hawaii state exam?
ProSchools' prelicense practice exams are designed to mirror the style and difficulty level of questions you will encounter on the state exam.
How does the course keep track of education hours completed?
ProSchools' online program automatically keeps track of the hours you spend studying. An easy-to-follow table of contents provides you with a roadmap to follow for completing the program.
Should I get any additional books on the subject of real estate?
Sure, reading as much as you can about succeeding as a real estate agent is a wise strategy. ProSchools offers an array of books, including Real Estate Field Manual, On Track to Success in 30 Days, Real Estate Prospecting, and many more in our online bookstore.
Do you have a questionable background issue?
The Real Estate Commission indicates that questionable background issues include, but are not limited to, criminal convictions (felony, misdemeanor, or court martial), or any civil/administrative/government action, against you, including DUIs, drug/alcohol issues, abuse situations, tax liens, unpaid tax obligations, judgments, unpaid judgments, disciplinary action (for another licensing area or from another state or country), applicants currently serving parole or probation, violations of administrative laws/court orders/government sanctions, etc. If you have a questionable background issue, the Commission highly recommends you review the license application. If your answer to any of the questions on the application from 1.b) through 5) will be “yes”, immediately contact the Real Estate Branch at (808) 586-2643.
Although a good number of applicants with questionable background issues have been granted licenses or conditional licenses, a good number of applicants with questionable background issues have been denied licenses. Therefore, prior to expending monies and time on the process to eventually submit an application for real estate license that may be denied, the applicant should submit a Request for Preliminary Decision Application to the Commission.
Upon receipt of a Request for Preliminary Decision Application and prior to the inclusion on the Commission’s meeting agenda, the Real Estate Branch staff gathers all pertinent documentation from the applicant to support and explain any “yes” answers. The Commission then reviews each application on a case by case basis at its monthly meeting. The applicant is invited to appear at the Commission’s meeting to answer questions the Commissioners may have, and/or to provide oral testimony. The Commission then decides whether they would most likely approve or most likely deny a real estate license application with the affected background issues. Although the Preliminary Decision is a non-binding decision and subject to further review upon receipt of the license application, the decision should provide the candidate with a fair indication as to how the Commission may vote on the actual license application.
Lastly, Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 467-20 states that any false statement provided by the applicant to the Commission is an unlawful act subject to administrative sanctions and constitutes a misdemeanor criminally punishable under the laws of the State of Hawaii. Today, governmental agencies sharing information, open records laws, the internet, and even various private services make access to background information on individuals and entities easier to obtain than ever. Therefore, the worst act by an applicant for licensure would be to answer questions in the application falsely.
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