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Alabama Real Estate Salesperson

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Alabama Real Estate Salesperson License: Complete Roadmap

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1

Master Alabama License Law and AREC RulesYou are here

Study AREC regulations, minimum age, pre/postlicense education, the temporary-to-original path, continuing education, and the fixed even-year renewal cycle.

20
hours
2

Learn Brokerage Relationships and RECAD

Understand Alabama's three statutory brokerage roles (single agent, dual agent, and transaction facilitator), plus designated single agency for separate in-company representatives and when/how to present the RECAD disclosure form.

15
hours
3

Study Trust Accounts and Closing Procedures

Practice earnest money handling rules, trust account maintenance, Alabama deed tax ($0.50 per $500), and required closing disclosures under Alabama law.

20
hours
4

Review National Real Estate Principles

Cover property ownership types, agency law, contracts, valuation methods, financing instruments, and federal fair housing regulations for the national section.

35
hours
5

Run Timed Mixed Practice Sets

Simulate the 3.5-hour exam with full 120-question practice sets. Review every missed question by topic area and AREC rule reference.

20
hours
Estimated total study time
110 hours
That's about 11 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the AL Real Estate Exam?

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Age
At least 19 years old (Alabama requires 19, not 18)
Education
60-hour pre-license course with minimum 70% course grade from AREC-approved school
Background Check
Background check required as part of the licensing application
Fingerprinting
Fingerprinting required for resident applicants
Additional Requirements
  • Authorization to test is valid for 6 months; failure to pass during that period requires repeating the prelicense course and obtaining new authorization
  • A passed examination result is valid for 90 days for completing the license application
  • Temporary license is issued through the application process; under rules effective before October 1, 2028, complete the 30-hour postlicense course and obtain the original license within 6 months to remain active and within 1 year to avoid lapse
  • Active licensees complete 15 hours of AREC-approved continuing education for each biennial renewal cycle
  • Alabama licenses renew on the fixed even-year cycle ending September 30, not annually or by individual anniversary

AL Real Estate Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

6-10 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

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Retake Policy

A failed candidate retakes the entire examination. Pearson VUE permits unlimited attempts during the six-month authorization period, subject to appointment availability, and publishes no fixed waiting interval.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$73 Pearson VUE examination fee
Application FeeAREC license application fee (varies; check arec.alabama.gov)
Total Estimated Cost$73 examination fee plus prelicense education, application, fingerprinting, and licensing costs
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What You'll Study

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AL Real Estate-Specific Topics Covered

AREC Rule 790-X-2-.01: minimum age 19, 60-hour pre-license course (70% minimum grade)Temporary license issued upon passing exam; original license requires 30-hour post-license course completionPost-license course must be completed within 6 months of activation (12-month statutory deadline)Alabama licenses follow a fixed biennial cycle ending September 30 of even-numbered yearsRECAD (Real Estate Consumer's Agency and Disclosure) — updated 2026 form required at first substantive contactThree statutory roles: single agent, dual agent, and transaction facilitator; designated single agency is not dual agencyAlabama trust account rules: salespersons deliver earnest money immediately to the qualifying broker; deposit timing follows the contract and applicable trust-account rulesAlabama deed/documentary stamp tax: $0.50 per $500 of sale price (≈ $1.00 per $1,000)Residential real property assessed at 10% of fair market value (Class III property)Deeds recorded at county probate judge's office; Alabama follows race-notice recording statuteStatutory right of redemption: 1 year after foreclosure sale for mortgagorCE requirement: 15 AREC-approved hours per biennial renewal cycle under the current salesperson requirements

AL Real Estate Exam Details

Alabama Real Estate Salesperson

Administered by Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) / Pearson VUE

Official Source
Overall scaled score of 70; this is not a raw percentage or separate section cutoff
Passing Score
120
Questions
3
Hours
$73 examination fee
Exam Fee
Study time: 80-120 hours
Prerequisites: Complete an approved 60-clock-hour salesperson prelicense course with a minimum course grade of 70, pre-register with AREC, and receive authorization to test

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) / Pearson VUE content outline

National Real Estate Principles67% (80 questions)

Property ownership, land use, valuation, financing, contracts, agency, and federal regulations

Alabama Real Estate License Law33% (40 questions)

AREC rules, licensing requirements, brokerage relationships (RECAD), trust accounts, and Alabama-specific disclosures

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