SOUTH DAKOTA REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON CONTINUING EDUCATION

Licensing Renewal Steps, Courses and Package details with learning style options

Continuing Education in South Dakota

SOUTH DAKOTA REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON CONTINUING EDUCATION
  • 90 Hours Required
  • State Approved South Dakota Approved
  • 85%+ Pass Rate
  • 12 Months Access
85% First-Time Pass Rate
40+ Years Experience
100,000+ Students Licensed
24/7 Support Available

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Experience our online self-paced learning option designed for your success.

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24-Hr. South Dakota CE Package #1 (with Ethics course)

Bronze Package
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  • Ethical Excellence: Raising the Bar (4 required hours)*
  • Document Diligence: Safeguarding
  • Your Transactions (4 required hours)
  • Assistance Animals And Fair Housing (4 required hours)

24-Hr. South Dakota CE Package #2 (with Ethics course)

Silver Package
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  • Using the Code to Solve Ethical Dilemmas (3 required hours)*
  • Sex and Real Estate: Sexual Harassment, Sexual Discrimination, and Fair Housing (3 required hours)

Individual Courses

Not ready for a package? Purchase each course separately at your own pace. All courses are required for sd licensure.

Course 1 • 3

Section 1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges

📚 Foundation Course Exam Included

Chances are good that, if it hasn't happened yet, you will one day work on a transaction involves a property that’s part of a tax-deferred exchange. When this happens, will you be ready to g...

Course 2 • 3

Serving the Unique Needs of the Senior Market

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

Did you know that a report issued by Census.gov, An Aging Nation: The Older Population in the United States, notes that “In 2050, the population aged 65 and over is projected to be 83.7 million&...

Course 3 • 3

The Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

The Fundamentals of Commercial Real Estate covers the need-to-know information on a broad range of commercial topics.   If you're an experienced residential licensee, a few of the funda...

Course 4 • 3

Did You Serve? Identifying Homebuying Advantages for Veterans

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

With more than 20 million veterans living in the U.S. today, real estate professionals can provide a valuable service to a strong client base by walking in their eligibility shoes.   If the...

Course 5 • 4

Foundations of Real Estate Finance

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

Financing is integral to real estate transactions, and the more you know about how buyers qualify, the better you'll be able to help both buyers and sellers in your practice.

Course 6 • 4

Technology Tools, Trends, and Risk Management

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

Technology is a tool. Used wisely, it can free up time usually spent on mundane tasks to allow licensees to work at a higher (and higher touch) level of client service. Used poorly, it can waste a lot...

Course 7 • 3

Working With Real Estate Investors: Understanding Investor Strategies

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

Unlike most owner-occupied homebuyers, real estate investors enter the market to make money. By learning about investor motivators and criteria, you’ll be in a better position to help your clien...

Course 8 • 4

Marketing, Advertising, and Social Media Compliance

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

The internet is rich with promotional opportunities. Whether it’s a post on Facebook or a tweet linking to your new listing, a status update on LinkedIn, a virtual home tour on YouTube, or photo...

Course 9 • 3

Personal Safety

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

Attacks on real estate professionals have made headlines at an alarmingly more frequent rate in recent years. After an incident where a licensee is harmed, everyone vows to do better, and the topic of...

Course 10 • 3

Diversity: Your Kaleidoscope of Clients

📚 Advanced Course Exam Included

The real estate market reflects our nation's diverse population, and the successful real estate professional understands and adapts to each client's needs.   What's new in fair...

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Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent

Follow these 4 simple steps to start your real estate career in South Dakota

24 Total Hours
$219 Course Cost
4 Simple Steps
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Initial License Renewal Date:The license expiration date is the last day of the licensee's birth month. The initial license term is at minimum 13 months and at most 24 months and 30 days.

The license expiration date is the last day of the licensee's birth month. The initial license term is at minimum 13 months and at most 24 months and 30 days.

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Hours Required:30 hours

3 hours – Oregon Law and Rule Required Curse (LARRC) 27 hours – Elective hours Please Note: Effective July 1, 2022, all licensees renewing active or reactivating are required to complete a Law and Rule Required Course (LARRC) containing the fair housing component. All licensees who took the 2020-2021 LARRC and are renewing active or reactivating on or after 7/01/22 will need to add a 1 hour supplemental fair housing course or take the 2022-2023 LARRC course that includes the fair housing component.

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Reporting:

The state does not require schools to report course completions.

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Expiration Date of Course:

Course expiration dates vary by course but are generally one year after order date. Each individual course will have an expiration date listed in your account.

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Why Choose Fortune Academy?
SDREC APPROVED COURSES

There are two educational requirements of the Rhode Island Real Estate Commission, a 12-hr REQUIRED and a Elective of 12-hr course.

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MULTIPLE TRAINING DELIVERY METHODS

We understand the need for convenience, ease and flexibility. You can choose from any of the delivery method; In-person Classes, Virtual Classroom, Online Self-paced, and Online Interactive to fit your learning style.

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PASSING EXAM IN THE FIRST ATTEMPT

Fortune Academy has the highest pass rates in the state for last several decades. We assure passing your class and state exam in the first attempt or you get your money back - guaranteed.

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24/7 EXPERT CONNECT

You can connect with a Real Estate guru at any time to ask any question or seek help with your training program. We are available 24/7 via phone, email and chat to provide support for your career success.

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100,000+ Trained

We are the pioneers of the real estate education space and fourth school in SC (SCREC School #004) We have been around since 1982 and have established ourselves as one of the pioneers in the Real Estate education space!

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100% Money Back Guarantee

We succeed when you do! If you do not get the license in your first attempt, we will refund 100% of the payment you made because we are certain that all our students clear in the first attempt.

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Exceptionally High Pass Rates

Through commitment and expertise, we make sure you pass on the first attempt. We have had the highest pass rates for the last several years.

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24/7 Support

We provide complete support to our students through calls, emails, and chat. So, you are in safe hands at all times.

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Meet Our Expert Instructors
JG Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.
Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.

Licensed Broker, GRI

50+ Years

Started his real estate career in Maryland in 1971. Training director, branch sales manager, and broker in charge of Rescom Realtors.

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Residential Management
MD Mark Davis-Cote 
Mark Davis-Cote 

Licensed Broker, SFR

13+ Years

BA from URI, MBA from Webster University. Licensed salesperson since 2011, broker since 2016, SFR certified.

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Brokerage Finance
AF Amanda Farnum
Amanda Farnum

Licensed Real Estate Broker

17+ Years

Award-winning agent with experience across residential, commercial, foreclosures, and investments.

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Commercial Residential
DC Dale Clift
Dale Clift

Real Estate Instructor

40+ Years

Passionate about real estate from age 20. Made it his goal to teach, train, and coach professionals across South Carolina.

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Training Mentorship
What Our Students Say
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Fortune Academy made getting my real estate license so much easier than I expected. The instructors were knowledgeable and supportive, and the study materials were comprehensive yet easy to understand.

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Amanda Martinez Charleston, SC Passed First Time
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The online self-paced option was perfect for my busy schedule. I could study early mornings before work and on weekends. Passed on my first attempt thanks to the excellent exam prep materials!

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David Wilson Greenville, SC Passed First Time
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I was nervous about changing careers at 45, but Fortune Academy gave me the confidence and knowledge I needed. The instructors truly care about your success. Now I'm a successful agent!

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Lisa Brown Columbia, SC Passed First Time

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our real estate courses

How long does it take to complete the course?

The pre-licensing requirement can be completed in as little as 2 weeks with our intensive in-person schedule, or you can take up to 6 months with our self-paced option. Most students complete it within 4-6 weeks.

Yes! If circumstances change, you can switch from in-person to online or vice versa. Contact our support team, and we'll help you make the transition seamlessly.

The Exam Prep package includes unlimited practice exams that mirror the actual state exam, an AI-powered study assistant that answers your questions 24/7, and live exam strategy sessions with our instructors.

Absolutely! We offer flexible payment plans starting at just $180 down. You can spread the remaining balance over several months with no interest. Apply at checkout or contact us for details.

If you're not completely satisfied with your course within the first 30 days, we'll provide a full refund—no questions asked. We're confident you'll love our courses!

Yes! All students get lifetime access to course materials, so you can review content anytime, even after you're licensed. This is especially helpful as you build your real estate career.

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