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Frequently Asked Questions - Applicants

Big Q graphic  I have been a real estate broker or salesperson for 8 years in another state and I am moving to Michigan. Will my license transfer?

Big A graphic No. There is no reciprocity between Michigan and any other state. That means you will need to meet the Michigan requirements for licensing, which are:

Broker

Salesperson

  1. Ninety clock hours of approved educaiton (see BCS/LRE-012 to view approved college courses/degrees education credit list). List of Approved Real Estate Schools .
  2. Pass the Michigan broker license exam. More information is available at Examinations . If you have specific questions about your qualifications, contact the Department at (517) 241-9288.
  3. When applying for your license, you will need to document three years of full time experience in real estate. Use form BCS/LRE-011 for experience gained while licensed. Or, if using relevant, related occupational experience, use forms BCS/LRE-031 & LRE-032 .
  1. 40 clock hours of approved education. See List of Approved Real Estate Schools .
  2. Pass the Michigan salesperson license exam; more information is available at Examinations .

Big Q graphic Can I also be a mortgage broker?

Big A graphic Your real estate license will not qualify you to be a residential mortgage broker. Acting as a mortgage broker on residential properties of four units or less (or land which is being developed for such a use) -- requires a license under the Mortgage Brokers, Lenders and Servicers Licensing Act, with the Office of Financial and Insurance Services, Consumer Finance Division, P.O. Box 30224, Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 373-3470. If you are brokering mortgages on other property, such as commercial property or residential properties of more than four units, you must be licensed as a real estate broker. Please see Rule 321 about accepting fees for mortgage brokerage activities, if you also obtain a mortgage broker license or work for a mortgage company.

Big Q graphic I'm applying for a salesperson license. Will I be able to have my license issued to a corporation I form?

Big A graphic Rule 201(3) states that associate broker and salesperson licenses shall only be issued to individuals. Further, since a broker cannot pay a commission to an unlicensed entity, your employing broker could not make payment your unlicensed corporation.

Big Q graphic When I leave a message asking for a status check on my licensing application, I never know what information to leave. What information do I need to give you to get a faster response?

Big A graphic Please leave your full name.  If you are applying for licensure for the first time, provide your social security number. Include your 10-digit license identification number and your broker's name if you are a salesperson or associate broker.  And, of course, don't forget your telephone number and if you can be contacted by e-mail, include your e-mail address and/or mailing address.

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