How to Become a Real Estate Agent for HUD

Licensed real estate agents go through a series of courses and exams to earn their agent or broker licenses in the states in which they reside. Fortunately, despite popular belief, agents who wish to sell Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) homes do not have to take any special course or exam. The process to become registered to sell real estate for HUD is simple.

Things You'll Need

• Internet access

Instructions

Become a Real Estate Agent for HUD

1. Visit the HUD website to learn about the homes, where to find listings and to gain an understanding of the special sales conditions surrounding HUD homes (see link in Resources).

2. Visit the Management and Marketing Contractor's page and find the link to the Broker Registration form for your state (see link in Resources).

3. Print and complete the SAMS 1111 Broker Application and attach the pertinent documents (if necessary) (see link in Resources).

4. Print and complete the SAMS 1111 Selling Broker Certification form (see link in Resources).

5. Submit the two documents to HUD.

Tips & Warnings

• Real estate agents can find HUD listings online and on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Real estate agents with access to MLS may need to contact the Management and Marketing Contractor for information on how to access HUD listings. HUD homes are generally sold as-is.

Resources

• HUD: Information for Real Estate Brokers and Agents
• HUD: Management and Marketing Contractors and Information
• HUD: SAMS 1111 Broker Application
• HUD Homes Buying Guide