Real State Academy – Progressive Realty inc

NJREC-Approved Education

Become a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson in New Jersey

Through A Torchlight Real Estate Academy & Business School — your path to financial independence, entrepreneurship, and long-term professional growth in real estate.

A career in real estate can open the door to financial independence, entrepreneurship, flexible scheduling, and long-term professional growth. At A Torchlight Real Estate Academy & Business School, we are committed to helping future real estate professionals navigate the licensing process with confidence and clarity.

Licensing Path

New Jersey Real Estate Salesperson Requirements

Six steps established by the New Jersey Real Estate Commission (NJREC) to become a licensed salesperson.

Step 1

Basic Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

Note: Certain criminal convictions — including offenses involving forgery, burglary, robbery, or theft — may impact eligibility for licensure.

Step 2

Complete the Required 75-Hour Pre-Licensing Course

Before taking the state licensing examination, students must successfully complete a 75-hour pre-licensing course through an NJREC-approved school. Our program prepares you not only to pass the exam, but to build a successful and ethical real estate career.

Course topics include:

Courses may be offered in in-person classroom settings, live virtual instruction, or online learning formats (where applicable).

Step 3

Pass the New Jersey State Licensing Examination

After completing the 75-hour course, students have one year to pass the New Jersey State Real Estate Examination.

Administered by

PSI Services LLC

Questions

~110 multiple-choice

Passing score

70% or higher

Exam fee

~$45 (subject to change)

Step 4

Complete Fingerprinting & Background Check

All applicants must undergo a criminal history background check and fingerprinting process as part of the licensing application. The estimated cost is approximately $67 (subject to change), coordinated through the State of New Jersey's approved fingerprinting vendor.

Step 5

Secure a Sponsoring Broker

Before submitting your application for licensure, you must affiliate with a licensed New Jersey real estate broker. Your sponsoring broker:

Note: Certain criminal convictions — including offenses involving forgery, burglary, robbery, or theft — may impact eligibility for licensure.

Step 6

Submit Your License Application

Once all requirements are completed, applicants must submit:

Current Licensing Fee

~$160 for salesperson license activation (subject to change)

Applications must generally be completed within one year of finishing the pre-licensing course.

Our Promise

Why Choose A Torchlight?

Education should extend beyond passing a test. Our mission is to develop knowledgeable, ethical, and business-minded real estate professionals prepared to thrive in today's marketplace.

Experienced real estate instructors

Real-world industry knowledge

Career mentoring

Business development guidance

Flexible learning opportunities

Professional networking support

Training focused on long-term success

Residential, commercial & investment paths

Ethics-first professional standards

Start Your Real Estate Career Today

For course schedules, enrollment information, and upcoming class dates, contact A Torchlight Real Estate Academy & Business School.

"Lighting the Path to Real Estate Success"

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