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Missouri requires a 48 hour Pre-exam course before you can sit for the salesperson’s test; you also must be at least 18 years old. Prior to applying for a license, you must also take another 24 Practice course which is a course on contract forms, working with sellers and buyers, etc.

Yes,  Missouri allow the Pre-exam and Practice courses to be taken online or by correspondence.

The test is broken up into two parts. Part 1 covers general laws and principles that would be applicable across the entire United States. Part 2 covers questions that would only apply to your home state. For the salesperson’s test, the general section has 100 questions in Missouri. The state law portion has 40 questions in Missouri.

You only have to go back and pass the portion you failed. Missouri gives you six months from the date you complete the pre-exam course to pass both sections.

Yes, after you have passed the test, you can apply for license. A licensed broker must sign the application and agree to supervise you.

Most of the brokers in town take on new people on a regular basis. It is up to you to interview to find a broker that meets your needs. You can get a start by contacting some offices close to where you live or work.

There are several costs associated with getting your real estate license in Missouri. The good news is that most of these expenses are spread out over time, you typically won’t need to pay everything upfront.

Below is a breakdown of the most common required costs:

• Pre-Exam Course (Missouri – 48 Hours): $395 
• Missouri Practice (Post-Exam) Course: $200 
• Exam Fee: $62 (paid to the testing provider each time you take the exam) 
• Fingerprinting & Background Check: ~$41.75–$43 
• License Application/Issuance Fee: $90 ($50 application + $40 license)

Note: All fees are subject to change. Licensing fees are set by the state, please check with the Missouri Real Estate Commission for the most up-to-date licensing information.
 

Additional Costs to Expect: 

Once you pass your exam and choose a brokerage to work with, there will be additional costs associated with starting your real estate career.

These typically include:

• Joining your local Board of Realtors® 
• Access to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) 
• Optional training or onboarding programs 
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These costs often include a one-time initiation fee, along with monthly or quarterly dues, depending on your local board and brokerage.

Ongoing Costs:

Like any business, real estate comes with ongoing expenses. These can vary depending on your brokerage, tools, marketing, and business approach. Once you’ve selected a broker, they will be able to clearly outline what to expect.

 Missouri require fingerprinting before obtaining a license. 

Yes. Both the 48-hour pre-exam course and the 24-hour practice course are approved by the Missouri Real Estate Commission (MREC) and qualify toward Missouri real estate licensure requirements.