" A career in real estate is one of the most fulfilling journeys you can take — but it’s not without challenges, especially when you start with zero knowledge.

As a trainer in ERA, I’ve walked side by side with many agents who eventually became millionaires. I understand exactly what obstacles you’ll face and how to overcome them.

That’s why I created a proven system that helps new agents avoid costly mistakes and accelerate their success.

The system works — I’ve seen it transform careers, change lives, and create million-dollar achievers.

Now I’m simply looking for the right person who’s ready to commit, grow, and fight for their breakthrough.

Are you that person?"

Donny Lee
+65 9369 9635
ERA Advisory Group
Division Director
ERA Millionaire x3
ERA Company Trainer
Preeminent Group

How to Be a Property Agent

How to become a property agent in Singapore: 5 steps

1. Check that you qualify. You must be at least 21, a Singapore Citizen or PR, and have at least 4 GCE 'O' level passes (or an equal qualification).

2. Take the RES course. We recommend RIA School of Real Estate, a CEA-approved course provider. When you finish, you get a Certificate of RES Course Completion. It is valid for two years. Read our RES course guide: fees, SkillsFuture and UTAP.

3. Pass the RES exam. There are two papers, and you must take the exam within two years of your course certificate. CEA holds the exam three times a year, and you register through NTUC LearningHub.

4. Join a licensed agency, like ERA. You can only be registered with one agency at a time.

5. Register with CEA and start. Your agency registers you with CEA. Then your training starts. Every year, you must do at least 16 hours of CPD (continuing professional development).

Not sure where to start? Fill in the form below and Donny will walk you through each step.

Basic Requirements & Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old; Singapore Citizen or PR
Possess at least one of the following:
- Minimum qualification of 4 GCE 'O' levels passes in two (2) sittings, or
- Higher NITEC, or
- Diplomas from the local government polytechnics, or
- Degrees from the local government universities (NUS, NTU, SMU), or
- WPLN level 5 and above
Possess a pass in the Real Estate Salesperson (RES) exam or equivalent
Be registered with only 1 licensed estate agent
Must not be an existing licensee/Key Executive Officer of another licensed estate agent
Must not hold a moneylender's licence and not be an employee, director, or partner of a licensed moneylender
Undertake mandatory continuing professional development of at least 16 hours a year
Must be covered by a Professional Indemnity Insurance valid for at least one year from the commencement date of the registration
Must not be in arrears with the Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board for Medisave contribution. Please click here to check if you have Medisave liabilities.
Fulfill the fit and proper criteria, such as:
Must not be an un-discharged bankrupt or have entered into a composition or scheme of arrangement with their creditors
Must not have any convictions in a court of law in any country*.
Must not have any judgment that involved a finding of fraud, dishonesty or breach of fiduciary duties entered against them in civil proceedings
Must not have been detained under the Misuse of Drugs Act or served with a detention/police supervision order under the Criminal Law (Temporary Provisions) Act
Has not been convicted of any offence under the Estate Agents Act

*Note: Applicants must not withhold declaration to CEA of any convictions in a court of law in any country.

(Applicants having other qualifications eg. overseas qualifications or private diplomas (eg SIM, SHATEC, MDIS, NAFA, Laselle College, Kaplan etc, will need to have their qualifications assessed by CEA for purpose of determining whether the educational qualification requirement is met. You must provide the certificates, full transcripts and official translation (if qualification is not in English) together with the CEA Request Form for submission to CEA. Please allow at least 15 working days for CEA’s reply. An administration charge of $53.50 (inclusive of GST) imposed by CEA for all assessement of qualifications.)

(Applicants who have attained Level 5 and above for the Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) assessment in these 5 components Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing and Numeracy will be recognized in lieu of 4 GCE "O" level passes WPLN PDF Download Form )

How to Start

Step 1: Discussion

Click on this link to make an appointment with Donny Lee for a discussion on Career Opportunities with ERA.

He will share with you in depth on what this career entails and answer any of your burning questions. He will also share with you precious tips with regards to your RES (Real Estate Salesperson) course and examinations in order to get your CEA license.

Step 2: RES Course Registration

After the discussion, Donny will guide you on how to register for RES course.

RES Course Enrollment Fees

$788 to $850 including GST at RIA School, the CEA-approved course provider we recommend (October 2026). This does not include the RES exam fee.

(6mth / 12mth installment for VISA and Mastercard users from DBS and POSB bank)

Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above can use up to $500 of SkillsFuture Credit for RIA School's RES course, and NTUC members can claim UTAP.

Step 3: RES Exams Registration

Register for the RES exam in two stages. First, indicate your interest on GovEntry with your Singpass. Then register and pay on NTUC LearningHub's website, CEA's appointed exam administrator. You can register only after you receive the Certificate of RES Course Completion from your course provider.

Certificate of Completion will be issued only if the course participant has achieved at least 75% FULL ATTENDANCE of the course.

RES Exam Format
2 papers (2 ½ hours per paper)

Each paper has two sections of multiple-choice questions.

Both Paper 1 & 2 comprises:
Section A: 60 multiple-choice questions (60 marks)

Section B: 20 multiple-choice questions based on one or two case studies (40 marks)

The passing mark for each paper is 60.

Candidates who fail both papers will need to retake the entire exam; i.e. need to take Paper 1 and 2 in single sitting in their next attempt. Modular passing will apply only if the candidate has passed one paper.

Important Note:

Your Certificate of RES Course Completion is valid for two years. You must take the RES exam within those two years. A revised RES syllabus applies to exams from 1 January 2027.

Successful candidates must apply for registration with CEA within 24 months from the date of issuance of the examination certificate. Results will be invalid for licensing and registration purposes if you miss the 24 months window period.

Total Exam Fees
$512.30 (including GST) for a full sitting of both papers. If you have already passed one paper, a modular sitting for the other paper is $283.40.

Examination Results and Certificate

Examination Administrator will notify candidates the examination results. With effect from the July 2011, modular passing will be allowed for RES examination. Candidates will be allowed to retake only their failed paper on the next available examination date.

The examination results will be shown as follows:
Pass (P)
Fail (F)
Pass Paper 1; Fail Paper 2 (P1 F2)
Fail Paper 1; Pass Paper 2 (F1 P2)

Pass Paper 1; Pass Paper 2 (P1 P2)

The RES examination results are released approximately after 4 weeks. The process may be extended due to other relating factors such as the number of candidates taking the examination. A certificate will be issued to successful candidate. No replacement certificates will be re-printed for lost certificates, only a letter of confirmation of qualification attained will be issued upon formal request made.

Step 4: Professional Photo Taking (Only When You've Passed!)

Congratulation To You!

Quickly set up an appointment with our appointed studio, Picture ME. You need a professional headshot photo taken in our ERA Corporate Attire and submit that photo during licensing registration at ERA.

(Our Appointed photography studio will provide the compulsory ERA red tie and ERA jacket at their studio)

Location of Picture ME:

Suntec City Mall #03-1036, Suntec Tower 4 (near Burger King) Tel: 63369453

Step 5: CEA License Registration @ Head Office or Via Online Link

Step 6:

Welcome Onboard ERA!

Do note that your CEA license approval may take 4 to 6 weeks. You can only practice as a professional real estate agent when you get the approval. However in the mean time, you should be meeting up with your mentor and start attending trainings to prepare yourself for this exciting career!

Our HR department will let you know when the approval is ready.

Important Note: Course Fee Subsidies (For ERA Salespersons Only)

RES Course Fee: You can submit for a subsidy/claim on Union Training Assistance Programme UTAP* and Skillsfuture Credit**.

1) * NTUC members can claim UTAP for 50% of the unfunded course fee, up to $250 a year, or up to $500 a year if aged 40 and above^

(^ provided you have not used up your yearly UTAP limit.)

2) **You can make a claim of $500 credit here at Skillsfuture website if you are a Singapore Citizen and above 25 years old.

(Before submitting a claim, you should already have registered for a course. You are able to submit a claim as early as 30 days before the course start date. If your course has already started, you may submit your claim no later than 90 days after the course start date.)

Looking forward to groom you into our next ERA Millionaire!

Questions people ask about becoming a property agent

Is a property agent the same as a real estate agent or a house agent?

Yes. Property agent, real estate agent, house agent and housing agent all mean the same job. The official name in Singapore is real estate salesperson, and you must be registered with CEA.

Do I need sales or property experience?

No. Many of our agents started with zero experience. You need to pass the RES exam, and we train you from day one.

Can I take the RES course while I still have a job?

Yes. Some course providers run evening and weekend classes, including online ones. Fill in the form below and Donny will tell you honestly whether part time can work for your goals.

How much does it cost to become a property agent?

You pay for the RES course (about $800 to $1,000 including GST, depending on the provider) and the RES exam ($512.30 for both papers). After you pass, there are CEA registration fees. SkillsFuture Credit and UTAP may help with the course fee.

Is there a basic salary?

No. Property agents in Singapore earn commission on each deal. That is why good training and coaching matter so much.

How long does it take to become a property agent?

It depends on when your RES course runs and which exam you take. CEA holds the RES exam three times a year. In 2026 the exams were in March, July, and October to November.

Which agency should I join?

Choose a team that will train and coach you, not just give you a desk. At Donny Lee Advisory in ERA, coaching and team training are free for our agents. Fill in the form below to talk to Donny.

Donny Lee +65 9369 9635 ERA Advisory Group Division Director ERA Millionaire x3 ERA Company Trainer Preeminent Group