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General Real Estate FAQs

Do I need to be licensed?
What is the difference between a real estate broker and a real estate salesperson?
How do I become a real estate salesperson or broker?

How do I obtain a waiver from the 75-hour salesperson or 120-hour broker course requirement?

What are the Continuing Education Requirements?

Who licenses mortgage brokers?
If I am a real estate management company, do I need a real estate broker's license?
Whom do I call if I am not sure whether I completed my 22.5 hours of continuing education during my license term?
In order to renew my salesperson license, I completed the 45-hour broker qualifying course. Can I apply the extra 22.5 hours to my next license term?
I could not complete the continuing education, but I wish to renew my license anyway. Can I apply for an extension?
I think I might be exempt, but I am not sure when I originally became licensed. Can you tell me when I was first licensed?
What happens if I do not complete my continuing education and don't renew my license?

I have been a real estate licensee for many years. Am I exempt from the continuing education requirements?
What are the advertising guidelines for business cards?
Where do I get more detailed information?

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