How do I apply for my Oregon real estate broker license?
The Oregon Real Estate Agency uses an online application portal to manage real estate broker licenses. Start by creating your account and filling out the application.
You may need to upload or send to the Agency:
An official transcript from your high school or other proof of education
Proof of age
Additional documentation for any positive responses on the screening form, like court records, sworn statements, or letters of recommendation
The broker application fee costs $300. Once your application is done, you’ll be assigned an ID number essential for the next steps.
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To apply, go online to the Oregon Real Estate Agency. You’ll need proof of education, your age, and potentially additional documents, depending on your application responses.
File as soon as you are ready, as it is the first step in earning an Oregon broker license. You can’t proceed with the 150-hour education course or your exam without an applicant ID number.
An active license allows you to legally work as a real estate broker, representing buyers and sellers transacting real estate. An inactive license does not allow you to work as a real estate broker and earn a commission.
After you have passed your background check and state exam, you must have a Principal broker add you to their business license and request your license be activated. This usually takes 1-2 days.
Oregon charges a $150 reactivation fee for inactive licenses. Make sure you meet any continuing education requirements and have a Principal Broker hire you. Go online to the Agency’s license portal to start the process of reactivating your license.
A broker license enables you to represent buyers and sellers in real estate transactions. A Principal broker license allows the licensee to employ and supervise other real estate brokers.