how to become a delaware real estate agent
If you’ve been thinking about starting a real estate career in Delaware, you’re not alone. Many people are drawn to the independence, flexibility, and earning potential this industry offers. The good news? Delaware has a clear process for getting licensed, and Central Delaware Real Estate Academy is here to walk you through it.
Let’s break down what it really takes to go from curious to licensed.
Start with the 99 Hour Pre-Licensing Course
Before you can take the state and national exams, you’ll need to complete a 99 hour Pre-Licensing Course through an approved school in Delaware. This is where your foundation begins. You’ll learn the laws, contracts, math, ethics, and some real world practices every successful agent relies on.
At Central Delaware Real Estate Academy, our instructors are experienced professionals who make complex topics clear and engaging, helping you build both confidence and competence from day one.
Once you pass your math, sales, and law exams with your Pre-Licensing Course, you’re able to move on to the next step.
Pass the Delaware State and National Real Estate Exam
Next comes the big milestone. The real estate exams has two sections: one on national real estate principles and another on Delaware specific laws.
You’ll need to pass both portions, and you’ll have up to three attempts. If you don’t pass within those attempts, state regulations require that you retake the pre-licensing course before trying again.
When you pass both the state and national exams, you can then apply for your Delaware Real Estate License.
Pro tip: Students who study with us report feeling well prepared because we focus on real test strategies, not just theory.
Apply for Your Delaware Real Estate License
Once you’ve passed the exam, it’s time to make it official. You’ll apply through with the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation where you’ll submit:
Your course completion certificate
Proof of passing your state and national exam
A Broker Statement Form, showing you’re sponsored by a licensed Delaware broker
This step makes you an active, licensed real estate professional in Delaware but you’re not quite ready to start working with sellers and buyers.
Join a Local Board of REALTORS® and the MLS
To begin practicing, you’ll join one of Delaware’s three local REALTOR® associations:
Kent County Association of REALTORS® (KCAR)
Sussex County Association of REALTORS® (SCAOR)
New Castle County Board of REALTORS® (NCCBOR)
Joining one of these automatically connects you with the Delaware Association of REALTORS® (DAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).
You’ll also become part of the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) which is an essential tool for accessing and marketing listings and housing data.
Complete Your Post-Licensing Education
Getting licensed is just the start. Within 90 days of receiving your Delaware real estate license, you must complete 12 hours of post-licensing education. These courses cover professional standards, agreements, contracts, and more.
Why Future Agents Choose Central Delaware Real Estate Academy
At Central Delaware Real Estate Academy, our mission is simple: to help you build a strong start in real estate.
Here’s what sets us apart:
Instructors who actively work in Delaware real estate
Small class sizes that encourage real discussion and support
Step-by-step guidance through education, testing, and licensing
When new classes open, registration will be available at getlicensedindelaware.com