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Renewal Requirements

Renewal Cycle: 3 Years

Renewal Deadline: Licensee's Birthday

CE Requirement: 30 hours

Required Courses:

  • 3 Hours Core Law
  • 3 Hours Civil Rights
  • 3 Hours Canon of Ethics

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I renew my Ohio real estate license?

  1. Complete 30 Hours of approved continuing education
  2. Log in to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Real Estate eLicense Center
  3. Enter your license information and pay the appropriate fee

What is the fee for renewing my Ohio real estate license?

  • Salespersons: $135
  • Brokers: $180

How do I renew my suspended Ohio salesperson license?

  1. Submit a $227 renewal fee
  2. Submit copies of 30 hours of continuing education
  3. Complete a Transfer/Reactivation Application
  4. Have a broker return original license

How do I renew my suspended Ohio broker license?

  1. Pay a $295 renewal fee
  2. Submit copies of 30 hours of continuing education
  3. Complete a Transfer/Reactivation Application
  4. Return company license

How do I tell which of the Ohio real estate continuing education requirements I have completed?

The certification number includes a letter that serves as a course-type designator

  • D — Core Law
  • G — Civil Rights
  • C — Canon of Ethics
  • E — Elective*
  • F — Computer Specific Elective*
  • B — Computer Basic Elective*

*A licensee may only take a maximum of 15 hours of computer electives

How can I find my Ohio real estate continuing education due date?

Visit Ohio Real Estate & Professional Licensing to look up your license requirements

Do my 10-hour post-education courses count towards my 30 hours of continuing education?

No, the state of Ohio requires you to complete the 10-hour pre-licensure course and 30 hours of continuing education.

I have extra continuing education credits, can I use them for the next renewal cycle?

You may roll over 10 hours. These hours will count for elective courses, they will not count towards the 9 core course hours.

Does Ohio Have Reciprocity With Any Other State?

Yes, Ohio has reciprocity agreements with 8 other states:

  • Arkansas
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Kentucky
  • Mississippi
  • Nebraska
  • Oklahoma
  • Wyoming

Who Submits Completed Continued Education?

Ohio Division of Real Estate requires that both the course sponsor and the licensee submit certificates of completion. It is the licensee's responsibility to submit all completed continuing education certificates to the Division when renewing their license.

How do I obtain an Ohio salesperson license?

  1. Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  2. Complete 120 hours of pre-licensure education including:
    • 40-hours Real Estate principles and practices
    • 40-hours Ohio Real Estate Laws
    • 20-hours Real Estate Appraisal
    • 20-hours Real Estate Finance
  3. Obtain a Sponsoring Broker
  4. Submit an application, a $60 fee, and proof that you completed 120-hours of pre-licensure education

How do I obtain an Ohio broker license?

  1. Hold an active salesperson license for 2 of the last 5 years
  2. Take the appropriate courses
    • 40-hours Ohio Real Estate Law
    • 40-hours Ohio Real Estate Principles & Practices
    • 20 hours Real Estate Appraisal
    • 20-hours Real Estate Finance
    • A Financial Management Course
    • Human Resources or Personnel Managment Course
    • A Business Law Course
    • A minimum of two years post-secondary education
    • Complete 20 transactions

How long are Ohio pre-licensure courses valid?

Pre-licensure courses are valid for 10 years

Contact Information

Ohio Department of Commerce
Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing
77 South High Street, 20th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6133

Phone (614) 466-4100
Fax (614) 644-0584
E-Mail WebReal@com.state.oh.us