Connecticut Real Estate Licensing Information and FAQs

INITIAL LICENSURE

How do I obtain a Connecticut real estate license?

To obtain a Connecticut real estate salesperson’s license, you must complete the following steps:

Complete a 60-hour real estate Principles and Practices Course. Courses can be found at:
- Community Colleges
- Local Realtor Boards
- Local Real Estate Offices
Pay the $80 application fee
Pass the Salesperson exam – Contact PSI for details (800) 211-2754 – PSI Candidate Bulletin
Pay the $285 initial license fee

To obtain a Connecticut real estate broker’s license, you must have two years’ experience working as a salesperson, and complete the following steps:

Complete the required Prelicense Education:
- 60 hours Principles and Practices of Real Estate consisting of:
  - 15 hours – Real Estate Legal Compliance
  - 15 hours – Real Estate Brokerage Principles & Practices
  - Two 15-hour Elective Courses

Complete 20 successful real estate transactions during the previous five (5) years

CONNECTICUT REAL ESTATE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are my Connecticut real estate continuing education requirements?

Real estate salesperson and brokers in Connecticut are required to complete 12 hours of continuing education each two-year license cycle. Licensees must complete the required core course for each licensing cycle. For the 2016-2018 licensing cycle the required core course is a fair housing course offered through the Connecticut Fair Housing Department.

How often must I renew my Connecticut real estate license?

Real estate salespersons and brokers in Connecticut must renew their licenses every two years. The deadline to renew for brokers is March 31^st of even years; for salespersons is May 31^st of even years. The next renewal year is 2020.

When do I need to renew my Connecticut real estate license?

No later than March 31^stfor brokers and May 31^st for salespersons in even years. The next renewal year is 2020.

Who reports my continuing education to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection?

The Department of Consumer Protection does not require the licensee or the provider to report continuing education completion. You will need to provide proof of course completion to the DCP if audited.

How do I renew my Connecticut real estate license?

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection is now offering license renewal online! All renewal notices are sent approximately 30-45 days prior to the expiration date of your license. If you received a username and password on your renewal notice, you may go to www.elicense.ct.gov to renew.

If you did not receive a username or password on your renewal notice, send an email to dcp.online@ct.gov and include the following:

Name
License, permit or registration type
License, permit or registration number
Email address
Which login you are requesting:
- User ID and Password for full access to your account and renewal
- Fast Track Renewal PIN for access to renew only

If you would prefer to renew by mail, send an email to dcp.licenseservices@ct.gov and include the following:

Name
License, permit or registration type
License, permit or registration number
Email address

How much does it cost to renew my Connecticut real estate license?

Connecticut offers a reduced rate to real estate licensees that renew their license early.

Brokers: $375 in an odd year (early); $383 in an even year
Salespersons: $285 early renewal (in an odd year); $293 standard renewal (in an even year)

I missed the due date for my Connecticut real estate license renewal, can I still renew?

Yes, you can renew your license within the first 30 days following your renewal date without incurring a late fee. The late fee after 30 days is $28.50 for salespersons and $37.50 for brokers. You cannot engage in business until your license is renewed without subjecting yourself to disciplinary action.

Do I have to complete any continuing education if my Connecticut real estate license is inactive?

No, there are no continuing education requirements if your license is in an inactive status. However, you will be required to complete all continuing education prior to changing your license status to active.

Does Connecticut have reciprocity with other states?

Connecticut offers reciprocity with:

Alabama
Colorado
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Massachusetts
Mississippi
Nebraska
New York
Ohio
Oklahoma
Rhode Island

CONNECTICUT REAL ESTATE LICENSING REQUIREMENTS