Real Estate MLO
Become a Mortgage Loan Originator
Overview of the MLO career: $76K average salary, NMLS licensing, SAFE exam, and state-by-state mortgage originator requirements.
$76,020
Avg. Salary
301K+
Workforce
2%
Job Growth
4-8 weeks
Timeline
Quick Requirements Overview
Education
SAFE Act pre-licensing (20+ hours)
Timeline
4-8 weeks
Average Salary
$76,020
Job Growth
2%
Steps to Get Licensed
1
Complete SAFE Act pre-licensing education
20+ hours of required coursework.
2
Pass the SAFE MLO national exam
75% passing score required.
3
Complete NMLS registration
Background check and fingerprinting.
4
Find a sponsoring mortgage company
Required for license activation.
5
Apply for state license through NMLS
State-specific requirements.
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