A Beginners Guide to Getting your Real Estate License
Thinking about getting your Iowa real estate license but not sure where to start? The first step is enrolling in a pre-license real estate class and it’s where your real estate career officially begins.
What Is a Pre-License Real Estate Class?
A pre-license real estate class is a state-required course that prepares you to take the Iowa real estate exam. Before you can become a licensed real estate agent, the Iowa Real Estate Commission requires you to complete 60 hours of approved education.
This course covers the fundamentals of real estate - laws, contracts, ethics, and industry basics, while also giving you a realistic look at what it’s like to work as an agent.
Does Skogman Realty offer the Pre-License Real Estate Class?
Yes! At Skogman Realty, our pre-license class is designed to help you pass the exam the first time and feel confident stepping into the industry.
Class Details:
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60-Hour Pre-License Real Estate Course
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Cost: $500 (includes workbook + two pre-exams)
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Schedule: Offered approximately four times per year
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Next Class: January 26 – March 7
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Class Times:
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Monday & Wednesday | 6:00–9:00 p.m.
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Saturday | 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
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Location: 417 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA
If you’ve been searching for real estate classes near me, this in-person option offers structure, accountability, and real-time support from experienced instructors.
Our instructors Becky Stonawski, Kyle Kloft, Joni Eubank, Alexandra Braaksma, and Michelle Lochner bring 70+ years of combined real estate experience to the classroom. Lessons include pre- and post-quizzes to track progress, and our students consistently see strong results.
What Happens After the Class?
After completing the course, you’ll be eligible to take the Iowa Real Estate Exam, administered locally by PSI ($100 exam fee). In addition to the 60 hours there are (3) 12 hour courses that are required for an Iowa salesperson license. Skogman Realty also offers these courses around the same time of the pre-licenses course.
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12 hours of Developing Professionalism
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12 hours of Buying Practices
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12 hours of Listing Practices
All steps must be completed within 12 months.
You do not have to affiliate with Skogman Realty to take this class—it’s open to anyone exploring a career in real estate.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re ready to take the first step toward your Iowa real estate license visit our Careers page or email denisemiller@skogman.com for more information.