Step 1: Meet the general Ohio real estate license requirements as outlined on the Ohio Division of Real Estate Website.

• Be at least 18 years of age when applying for a license.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or a crime of moral turpitude. Not have violated any civil rights laws regarding real estate within the past two years as determined by a court of law or violated any rules of the Ohio Division of Real Estate. In some circumstances, it is possible to have a conviction or violation disregarded, which would allow you to sit for the exam. The Division may only make a determination with respect to a conviction or violation if you file an application. For additional information on this process, contact the Division directly or review the additional information found on the Division’s website.

Step 2: Complete the approved 100 hours of pre-licensing education.

Step 3: Select a sponsoring broker. Need help finding a broker? Attend one of our Career Expos!

Step 4: Submit your Salesperson Examination Application & pay the application fee.

Please Note: The Ohio Division of Real Estate now requires real estate applicants to have their fingerprints processed for background checks within ten days after filing their application. If you have completed a background check prior to submitting your application, please call the ODRE at 614-466-4100 to review your status.

Step 5: Schedule your State License Exam & pass with a 70% or higher.

To see full licensing requirements CLICK HERE.