How to get a real estate license in Fort Worth, TX
There is no separate Fort Worth real estate license. Agents in Fort Worth hold a Texas sales agent license from the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), the same as everywhere else in the state. Here is what that means locally, with the full steps in the Texas guide.
The Texas steps at a glance
- Meet the basics
- Take 180 hours of qualifying education
- Apply online and get fingerprinted
- Pass the exam
- Get sponsored by a broker
Full Texas guide · Renewal and CE rules
Fort Worth by the numbers
Denton County has 7,349 active licensees in the state's public record.
Picking a brokerage in Fort Worth
The Texas guide explains when you need to work under a broker. Many new agents talk to a few local offices before they decide. These franchise offices list an address in Fort Worth.
Offices in Fort Worth
4 real estate franchise offices list an address in Fort Worth: 2 Century 21 and 2 Coldwell Banker.
- CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Company 6238 Camp Bowie Blvd, 76116 (817) 731-8667 · Office site
- CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Company 9180 North Freeway, 76177 (817) 236-8757 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors 7033 Bryant Irvin Rd Ste 400, 76132 (817) 900-3226 · Office site
- Coldwell Banker Realty 5924 Convair Dr Ste 420, 76109 (817) 924-4144 · Office site
Source: All The Places (CC-0), from each brand's public office locator, as of October 18, 2026. Not affiliated and not a recommendation; confirm details with the office.
Agents and offices in Fort Worth
Questions
Do I need a separate license to sell real estate in Fort Worth?
Not for the real estate license itself: the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) issues it and it covers all of Texas. The city may have its own business license rules, so check with the city.
Where do I take the course if I live in Fort Worth?
Any school approved by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) works, in a classroom or online where the state allows it. Check the approval before you pay.
Nearby city guides: Flower Mound · Denton · Southlake · Westlake
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so always confirm with the official source.
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