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What is the average salary for an Ohio real estate agent?
On average, real estate agents in Ohio can expect to make $73k, according to Indeed.com. Earnings vary based on location, niche, and experience.
How long does it take to get an Ohio real estate license?
Once you’ve successfully completed the 120 hours of Pre-Licensing education, the next step in the process is to complete the Salesperson Examination Application and pay the $60.00 fee. Once the application has been approved, your information will be sent to the testing provider, PSI. PSI will process the information and send you a Candidate Information Bulletin with instructions on scheduling the state licensing exam.
How much does it cost to get an Ohio real estate license?
In addition to the cost of this 120-hr. Pre-Licensing program, you must pay a $81 fee in order to take the Ohio salesperson licensing exam. Ohio students should also expect to pay $18 for a background check.
Note: Costs are subject to be changed by the state at any time.
How do I get an Ohio real estate license?
In addition to completing 120 hours of Pre-Licensing education and successfully passing the Ohio real estate salesperson licensing exam, you must be at least 18 years old, be sponsored by an Ohio broker, and have a high school diploma. Learn more.
What is the relationship with Davis University and The CE Shop and Ohio Online Real Estate Academy?
Davis University has selected The CE Shop to provide the content for these courses and assist with marketing.
Ohio Online Real Estate Academy has partnered with The CE Shop to help market Davis University’s courses.
Can I get college credit with Davis University? What do I have to do?
Yes, you can get college credit with Davis University for the Ohio courses. Students wishing to receive college credit post-completion will follow Davis University’s established process and guidelines. Davis will award 2 hours for each of the 40 hour courses (Principles and Practices and Real Estate Law) and 1 hour for each of the 20 hour courses (Real Estate Appraisal and Real Estate Finance) for a total of 6 hours. The cost per credit is $100.00.
How do I take the real estate license exam?
Access information regarding the state licensing exam process administered by PSI.
How do I renew my Ohio real estate license?
You can renew your Ohio real estate license by following the steps laid out on the Ohio License Center website.
What Post-Licensing and Continuing Education do I need to take to renew my license?
The CE Shop offers both Ohio Post-Licensing and Ohio Continuing Education for real estate agents.
How old do you have to be to get your Ohio real estate license?
Among other requirements, you must be at least 18 years old to get your Ohio real estate license.
Do you need to have a diploma or GED to get your Ohio real estate license?
A high school diploma or GED is required to get your Ohio real estate license.
What courses are required for an Ohio real estate license?
In order to qualify for an Ohio salesperson real estate license, you must complete 120 hours of Pre-Licensing education. Learn more about our state-approved and interactive courses here.
Can a felon get an Ohio real estate license?
Ohio licensees are required to be honest, truthful, and of good reputation. Individuals who have a criminal past may be able to attain an Ohio real estate license. Certain offenses and the amount of time since the conviction may impact your ability to receive a license. To learn more, view this document from the Ohio Department of Commerce.
Does Ohio have real estate license reciprocity with any other states?
Ohio has reciprocity agreements with Arkansas, Connecticut, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, Oklahoma, West Virginia, and Wyoming. Individuals residing in a state without reciprocity are encouraged to contact the Ohio Real Estate Commission to ask personalized questions about how they may also become licensed in the state.
For more information about how reciprocity works and which states offer it nationwide, visit our Guide to Reciprocity and Portability.
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Ohio Real Estate Agent Licensing Requirements
Hours Required by the State: 120 hours
- Real Estate Principles and Practices (40 hours)
- Ohio Real Estate Law, including instruction in civil rights, housing discrimination and desegregation problems (40 hours)
- Real Estate Appraisal (20 hours)
- Real Estate Finance (20 hours)
Pre-Licensing Final Exams: Final exams must be passed with a minimum of 70% and may be taken as many times as necessary.
Licensing Exam: The licensing exam is administered by PSI. Registration for the state licensing exam is an entirely separate process from proctoring for your course final exam. For instructions to register for your state licensing exam and further information, please click here.
Provider Approval Number: Davis University is recognized by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools (State of Ohio Certificate of Registration No. 81-02-0731B).
Davis College’s Offering: 120 hours
- Real Estate Principles and Practices (40 hours)
- Ohio Real Estate Law, including instruction in civil rights, housing discrimination and desegregation problems (40 hours)
- Real Estate Appraisal (20 hours)
- Real Estate Finance (20 hours)
Reporting: The state does not require schools to report qualifying course completions. Students will submit their certificate of completion with their license application.
Expiration Date of Course: Davis University’s pre-licensing courses expire six months after the date of purchase. Each student will be granted a one-month extension at no charge, to be applied immediately after the initial six-month term. For any reactivation or extension of the course after the seventh month, Davis University will charge the student 20% of the current retail price of the course for each 30-day extension or partial 30-day extension in the event that the course finally terminates before the end of the final 30-day extension. Students may also elect to re-enroll for 50% of the current retail price of the course, if the course has hit the year expiration or the student is at the 7-month mark and wants to repurchase and restart the course and enrollment. Extensions or reactivations cannot be granted beyond 12 months from the purchase of the course since, in all events, the course terminates 12 months after purchase.
Certificates: Once Davis University has received the signed affidavit, your certificate of course completion will become available to download (and via email). Davis University will provide students with an electronic certificate of completion, upon completion of the course. Certificates will remain in your account for a minimum of five years, should you need additional copies. Please refer to your license application to determine if you need to submit your certificate of completion with your license request. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time. Please note that the date of your certificate of completion will reflect this.
College Credit: Students wishing to receive college credit post-completion will follow Davis University’s established process and guidelines. Davis will award 2 credits for each of the 40-hour courses (Principles and Practices and Real Estate Law) and 1 credit for each of the 20-hour courses (Real Estate Appraisal and Real Estate Finance) for a total of 6 credits. The cost per credit is $100.00.
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Ohio Department of Commerce – Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing
Street Address: 6606 Tussing Rd, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Telephone: 614.466.4100
Fax: 614.644.0584
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