How it works
A real estate license is required to access and show homes as an Associate Agent.*
Take a licensing class (2–8 weeks)
We recommend our partner, The CE Shop, for their interactive online courses.
Pass your exams (1–3 weeks)
Pass the state and national exams to get your license. Congrats, you're a real estate agent!
Submit an application
We'll invite you to interview if we have an opening in your area.
Interview (3–5 business days)
Answer a few quick questions about your customer service experience and interest in real estate.
Orientation (1–2 weeks)
We'll help you hit the ground running with an intro to Redfin, home tours, and more.

What it costs
Costs vary by location, so these price ranges are only estimates.** You'll also need reliable transportation and a smartphone.
- Licensing class: $200–$1,500
- Licensing exams: $60–$200
- MLS subscription: $400–$1,000 annually
- Realtor® association dues: $200–$800 annually
- Lockbox key (for accessing homes): Varies
What you'll get
Find pre-licensing classes in your state
Get the real estate education you need online through The CE Shop
*Your successful completion of the process to obtain a real estate license does not guarantee you will be engaged as a Redfin Associate Agent.
**Information provided may be incomplete and should be independently verified by potential Associate Agents. Licensing and membership requirements are determined by law and local associations and are subject to change; amounts provided are estimates.