Where to get a real estate license?

[Ryan Bourgeois]

Any recommendations on where to get a real estate license for the state of Texas. I'm a full time ER Registered Nurse so I wont be able to attend a classroom setting. I want to get licensed in order to learn the ins and outs for future investing, access to MLS, and be acclimated to what goes on the front and backend of buying and selling properties. One person has recommended Austin/Texas Institute of Real Estate. Do you have any others? Thanks for your time.

Ryan

[Jibran Najmi]

@Ryan Bourgeois

I am newly licensed agent who did all of my classes online.  It worked for my schedule as I was able to login in whenever I wanted and do as much or as little as I was able.  @Greg H. is on point in that GroupOn has the classes from time to time for under $200.  This is compared to some of the local schools like Champions that charge about $1000.  UTA would be solid in understanding some of the financing aspects or taking specialized finance classes as @Cary O. mentioned, but I don't think the benefits justify the tuition simply for a Realtors license.  If you were getting a finance degree or something I would argue UTA is a fantastic place.

Ultimately, I think it simply comes down to the individual.  Can you block specific times off each day and be disciplined about sitting down to learn?  Or do you need someone to hold you accountable through a traditional classroom?

Good Luck to you!

Jibran Najmi