Apply for Your NM Real Estate License
This is step one — you can't practice until your license is issued.
- Create your RLD portal accountGo to nmrldlpi.my.site.com and create an account with your personal info. Follow the steps below:1
Go to rld.nm.gov and click "Apply for a License"
2Complete the RLD Self Registration form with your personal info
3Once logged in, click Applications → Apply for a License
4Select "Boards and Commissions Division"
5Select "Associate Broker" and click Select
- Enroll in E&O InsuranceRequired before you can transact. Go to enroll.risceo.com, select Simply Real Estate, and email your certificate to Carrie.
- Start the license applicationSelect "Real Estate Salesperson" and complete all fields, including background disclosure questions.
- Upload your documentsUpload your course completion certificate and exam score report. Include any background support documents if applicable.
- Wait for NMREC approvalYou'll get an email when your license is issued. Do not practice until you have your license number.
NM Real Estate Commission Universal Form
Fill out and print — submit this with your RLD application. Simply RE fields are pre-filled.
*The supervisory Qualifying Broker will be required to provide a letter if a Corporate Office is involved and unable to provide signature.
Your Commission Plan
As a new broker (licensed less than 6 months), you start on the New Broker Plan.
New Broker Plan
🤝 Mentor Fee — First 3 Transactions
A 10% mentor fee applies to your first 3 transactions. This connects you with an experienced Simply agent who will guide you through your first closings. After 3 transactions, the mentor fee goes away.
Get Set Up
Check these off before your first transaction.
- Sign your ICAYour Independent Contractor Agreement confirms you're on the New Broker Plan. Review it fully before signing.
- Join GAAR and SWMLSCall GAAR at 505-842-1433 to set up your membership. SWMLS fee: $48. GAAR transfer fee: $25.
- Complete NAR ethics trainingRequired for GAAR membership. Must be completed every 3 years. Ask GAAR for the current course link.
- Download GroupMe & join SimplyDownload the GroupMe app, then ask Carrie for the invite link — this is the main brokerage communication channel.⬇ Download GroupMe
- Review simplybackagent.comYour agent resource website — logos, forms, vendor info, signs, and more. Bookmark it.🔗 simplybackagent.com
- Set up BrokermintAll transaction documents go through Brokermint. Get access at simplybackagent.com▶ Watch: How to Add a Transaction in Brokermint
- Create your email signatureName, NM license number, Simply Real Estate Inc., phone, email. Grab the logo at simplybackagent.com
- Order Simply-branded signsVendor info and specs are at simplybackagent.com
- Review the Policies & Procedures manualKey rules: upload all executed documents within 48 hours. Upload closing docs at least 5 calendar days before closing.
- Meet your mentorCarrie will connect you with a mentor for your first 3 transactions. Reach out and introduce yourself!
Office Info & Key Contacts
Save these — you'll use them often.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Brokerage Address | 7801 Academy Rd NE, Bldg 2, Ste 200 Albuquerque NM 87109 |
| Qualifying Broker | Carolyn (Carrie) Beth Traub License #20290 |
| Email Carrie | carrie@simplyrealestateinc.com |
| NMREC Address | 5500 San Antonio Dr NE, Albuquerque NM 87109 |
| GAAR Phone | 505-842-1433 |
| Agent Portal | simplybackagent.com |
| RLD Portal | nmrldlpi.my.site.com |
| E&O Enrollment | enroll.risceo.com |
| Brokermint | brokermint.com |
| SWMLS | swmls.com |
You're all set!
Welcome to the Simply family. Questions? Reach Carrie at carrie@simplyrealestateinc.com