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Can a convicted felon get a real estate license in Tennessee? To be eligible for the affiliate broker examination or considered for licensure, at least two years must have passed from the date of expiration of probation, parole or occurred later. This restriction applies to all felonies as well as to misdemeanors that involve the theft of money, services, or property. In spite of this, if a person possesses a certificate of employability pursuant to Tennessee Code, that person is not denied the issuance of a license based solely on their past record of criminal activity, but may instead be required to appear before the Commission for the purpose of the Commission considering on a case-by-case basis whether to grant or deny the issuance of the license. If you have been convicted, pled no contest or found guilty of any criminal offense within the past 10 years, other than a traffic violation, this should be disclosed. This includes a DUI and reckless driving. According to the Rules of the Tennessee Real Estate Commission, you will need to submit a copy of your conviction record as well as an affidavit providing details of each charge and the disciplinary action taken by the local, state or federal agency, as well as the factual and legal basis for each action. If your background check does not reveal the current status or outcome of an arrest or charge related to a felony or a misdemeanor involving theft of services, money or property, and that charge was dismissed, not pursued or otherwise disposed of, you should submit certified copies of the court disposition or other acceptable documentation to the Commission for each such arrest or charge in question. If the court has no record due to the age of the record, you must request a letter from the court’s clerk stating the absence of records. A conviction may impact your ability to become licensed in Tennessee. You may be asked to appear before the Commission so a determination can be made of whether the conviction, arrest or disciplinary sanction constitutes grounds for denial of a license, and whether the applicant may move forward with the licensing process. You should ensure your principal broker is present. An applicant who appears before the Commission requesting licensure, and who is denied, will not be eligible for reconsideration for six months from the date of denial. Rather than waiting until you take the state exam, you can petition the Tennessee Real Estate Commission for a preliminary decision even before you complete your pre-license education. You will need to submit the Application for Decision Regarding Prior Criminal Conviction(s) and/or Disciplinary Sanctions(s), which can be downloaded. You will need to email this form, as well as all requested documentation, to the Commission at trec.info@tn.gov for their review. You will be notified of their decision. The Tennessee Real Estate Commission expects applicants to disclose if they have been convicted, pled no contest or found guilty of any criminal offense over the last 10 years, other than a traffic violation. This includes a DUI and reckless driving, which are misdemeanors.See the answer for every state

Do you need high school diploma for real estate license in Tennessee? Yes, one of the requirements for applying for an affiliate broker license in Tennessee is to provide proof of successful high school graduation or its equivalent (GED).See the answer for every state

Broker candidates must have held an active affiliate broker license for 36 months if licensed after May 12, 1988, or 24 months if licensed on or before that date or if they hold a baccalaureate degree with a major in real estate. Candidates must complete 120 classroom hours of approved real estate education, 30 of which must be an "Office/Broker Management" course at a TREC-approved school, and the exam approval process takes approximately 4 weeks. After passing the exam, the applicant must file a license application within 1 year, pay the $91 application fee through core.tn.gov, and submit proof of E&O insurance, proof of the 30-hour Office/Broker Management course, an Eligibility for Entitlements Verification form, and an electronic fingerprinting receipt if not already an active affiliate in Tennessee. Brokers licensed after January 1, 2001 must also complete 120 additional hours of Commission-approved education within three years of their broker license issuance.See the answer for every state

Tennessee calls its entry-level real estate license an affiliate broker license. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, complete 60 hours of real estate principles education, and pass the PSI-administered exam with a minimum score of 70% on each section. After passing, candidates must complete a 30-hour Course for New Affiliates, submit fingerprints through IdentoGO, provide proof of E&O insurance, and affiliate with a licensed broker to activate the license. The initial application fee is $91, and candidates have 1 year from passing the exam to apply.See the answer for every state

A licensed real estate agent becomes a REALTOR® by joining a local REALTOR® association, which automatically provides membership in Tennessee REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Tennessee has 20 local associations. Sales agents may join any board in which their broker holds membership, while brokers may join any local board or association. NAR members must agree to abide by the NAR Code of Ethics.See the answer for every state

Building a successful real estate practice in Tennessee begins with choosing a sponsoring broker that provides training, mentorship, and lead generation tools, as NAR career resources advise that a first sale can take four to six months or more. New affiliate brokers should focus on prospecting for leads, cultivating client relationships, and building a personal brand during the initial ramp-up period. Joining one of Tennessee's 20 local REALTOR® associations and completing ongoing continuing education help agents build referral networks and stay current on market trends.See the answer for every state

How to get a copy of my real estate license in Tennessee? You can fill a Certification Request Form, available on the Tennessee Real Estate Commission website. After submitting the form, you’ll receive a mailed copy of your license certificate.See the answer for every state

TREC provides a "Verify a License" tool on its website at tn.gov where the public can look up and verify the license status of real estate professionals. License information, renewal status, and disciplinary records are also accessible through the CORE online portal at core.tn.gov.See the answer for every state