Michigan Real Estate License Requirements

Obtaining a Michigan Real Estate Salesperson License

• Be at least 18 years of age or older
• Complete MREC approved pre-licensing course 40 hours in a classroom/online
• Pass examination included FREE with the online course
• Pass the state exam, Administered by PSI  -- Click here for testing locations
• Complete Application including:
  • Completed application form
  • Required fee
  • Broker’s signature
  • Be of good moral character
• If you hold a license currently or in the past in another state you will need a current letter stating that you are in good standing with the real estate commission of that state

Beginning December 1, 2007, BEFORE being eligible to register for the licensing examination all salesperson applicants MUST apply for licensure on-line at www.michigan.gov/iCOLA.

Renewing a Michigan Real Estate Salesperson or Broker's license (Michigan Real Estate Continuing Education)

• Complete continuing education requirement of 18 hours every 3 years INCLUDING 2 hours of Michigan real estate law annually.
• Licenses renew every 3 years with the next due date October 31, 2009.  Although there is a late renewal period the 60 days following expiration where you can still complete your Michigan real estate continuing education, we highly recommend you complete your courses prior to October 31.
• PLEASE Review this diagram to determine the hours you need.