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Premier Real Estate Brokerage Excellence

Join our industry-leading team of real estate professionals. At FirstTeam®, we empower your success through cutting-edge technology, proprietary marketing strategies, personalized mentorship, and comprehensive coaching programs designed to accelerate your career growth and maximize your market potential.

More Sales Volume than Any Other Real Estate Network, National Brand or Franchise

FirstTeam® is the #1 Independent Real Estate Brokerage in the #1 Real Estate Network.

*This bar chart is sourced from REAL Trends 500 for 2022. realtrends.com. ©2024 Leading Real Estate Companies of the World.® All rights reserved.

FirstTeam® Real Estate is a destination brokerage that prides itself on nearly 50 year tradition and the distinction of being #1 in total unit sales and #1 in luxury unit sales.

A trusted partner representing over 250,000 home buyers and Sellers as the largest privately held brokerage. 

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Embark on Your Real Estate Career with FirstTeam®

Starting a career in real estate is an exciting journey, and FirstTeam® is here to guide you every step of the way. Our expertise in training and supporting new agents ensures you have the foundation needed to succeed in this dynamic industry.
With FirstTeam® as your partner, you’ll gain access to the support, guidance, and resources necessary to build a thriving real estate business. Let’s take this journey together and set you up for long-term success.

FirstTeam® Licensing FAQ

Embarking on a career in real estate is an exciting journey, and FirstTeam® is your ideal partner to navigate this path. Our expertise lies in guiding new agents, like yourself, to successfully launch their careers in this dynamic field. The first step towards achieving your real estate license involves completing three essential real estate licensing classes. These classes are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for the industry. Following this, your journey continues with the state real estate exam, a gateway to your promising career in real estate. With FirstTeam® by your side, you'll have the support, guidance, and resources needed to thrive and succeed in the real estate world.

Embarking on a career in California real estate begins with a crucial step: completing three foundational classes – Real Estate Principles, Real Estate Practice, and Legal Aspects of Real Estate. We are proud to partner with ADHI Schools, a leading educational provider renowned for their exceptional quality and commitment to student success in real estate education. Their comprehensive online program offers not only the required licensing courses but also thorough exam preparation, ensuring you are well-prepared for your real estate journey.

The beauty of this partnership lies in the flexibility it offers. You can start your courses at any time, making it easier to integrate this important education into your busy schedule. ADHI Schools' program is meticulously designed to cater to your learning pace and style, enabling you to absorb and retain the critical knowledge needed for a successful career in real estate. With ADHI Schools, you're not just taking classes; you're setting the foundation for a thriving career in the real estate industry.

After completing licensing school, you will be ready to begin the state application process. You will send your application through eLicensing and register for the California real estate exam.

Salesperson Exam: 3 hours. 150 multiple-choice questions.

  • The examinations are given in a multiple-choice format. Answers are selected from four choices.

  • To pass the examination, you must correctly answer at least 70% of the questions.

  • Examinations are conducted in Fresno, La Palma, Oakland, Sacramento and San Diego. All exams are currently offered in an electronic format.

Absolutely! Joining FirstTeam® as a new agent is a fantastic choice. Once you complete your licensing education, a world of opportunities opens up for you here. We pride ourselves on our exclusive Power Curve training and mentorship programs, designed specifically to kickstart your career in real estate.

Your journey with us begins with a personalized consultation with our Career Strategist. This is where the magic starts! They'll meticulously review the local office opportunities and arrange for you to meet with our exceptional FirstTeam® office managers. This step is crucial as it helps you identify the office environment that resonates best with your aspirations and working style.

The real excitement begins once you've chosen your FirstTeam® home. You'll be welcomed into our community, attending meetings and engaging in pre-licensing training that will not only prepare you for the state exam but also give you a taste of the dynamic and supportive culture at First Team.

And the moment you pass your state exam and receive your license number, you'll be enrolled in our renowned Power Curve training program. This is where your career truly takes off. Our training is comprehensive, innovative, and designed to equip you with all the tools and knowledge you need to succeed in this competitive market.

At FirstTeam®, we're not just about helping you get your license; we're committed to shaping you into a top-performing real estate professional. Your success is our success, and we can't wait to be a part of your journey. Welcome aboard, future star of real estate!

Yes! Our 2-week Power Curve training covers the most important aspects of getting started with your career at FirstTeam®, including setting goals, leveraging our tools, and mastering the Listing Presentation. New agents then move onto Power Curve Plus, an additional 6-week online course designed to guide you further in establishing your personal business. We also offer ongoing, advanced training workshops where we dive deeper into proven sales strategies, industry technology, and best practices.

Yes! Our commitment to you is to help grow your business systematically and measurably while helping improve your quality of life by coaching you to work smarter not harder. Our offices have non-competing Branch Managers to coach and help you build your business.

  • Real Estate Classes: Contact The CE Shop for current pricing.

  • Desktop appraisal fee that ranges from $175-$225

  • State Exam: $60 (paid to the state of CA/DRE)

  • License Fee: $245 (paid to the state of CA/DRE)

  • Live Scan Fingerprinting Service: Approx $60 (varies by location)

  • Association of Realtors and local MLS Fees: Ranges from $300-$850

    - Prorated depending on the time of year you join and the local board      

    - Payable in 4 payments

  • Additional fees once you hang your license with a broker (fees vary by broker):

    - Errors and Omission (E&O) Insurance      

    - Marketing & Advertising      

    - Office Space including desk, phone, supplies & other miscellaneous      

    - Legal Fees      

    - Franchise Fees      

    - Training, workshops, etc.

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Agent Testimonials

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- Pablo Rener
"Considering my presence in the luxury marketplace, the fact that FirstTeam is affiliated with Luxury Portfolio International proves especially strategic. It’s one of many reasons we’re thrilled to be here! The quality of the international network LPI grants us access to, is unmatched. I'm confident that our affiliation with FirstTeam enables us to deliver unparalleled service and exceptional results to buyers and clients, which sets us apart distinctly in the marketplace."
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- Lilly Campbell
"The concepts of eduction and training are very important to me, and no other real estate brokerage embraces them the way that FirstTeam does. The result is an informed, knowledgeable base of agents who can really and truly offer clientele a greater opportunity for success. I'm proud be part of the FirstTeam real Estate family, because I'm confident that the many tools and resources to which I have access make a signification Image on my clients' satisfaction."
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- Cathy Haney
“Clients tell me that offer a higher caliber of service than they've experienced in the past. I simply set out to deliver the level of accountability, service and results I's expect myself from a real estate agent. It's an honor to be recognized among FirstTeam Real Estate's top-performing agents as, it's the number one independent brokerage in Southern California year in and year out. With a global, multifaceted marketing program, plus a proprietary suite of market analytics tools ..."

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