Every state has a government body that runs real estate licensing. Some call it the Department of Real Estate. Others call it the Real Estate Commission, Division of Real Estate, or Board of Realtors. The name is different but the job is the same: they issue licenses, set CE requirements, and handle complaints.
When you need to renew your license, check your CE status, file a complaint, or verify another agent's license, your state's regulatory body is where you go. Here is the contact info for all 50 states plus DC.
All 50 states + DC directory
Click your state name below to see your full CE requirements on AgentCE.
| State | Regulatory Body | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | AL Real Estate Commission | arec.alabama.gov |
| Alaska | AK Real Estate Commission | commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl |
| Arizona | AZ Dept of Real Estate | azre.gov |
| Arkansas | AR Real Estate Commission | arec.arkansas.gov |
| California | CA Dept of Real Estate | dre.ca.gov |
| Colorado | CO Division of Real Estate | dora.colorado.gov/real-estate |
| Connecticut | CT Dept of Consumer Protection | portal.ct.gov/dcp |
| Delaware | DE Real Estate Commission | dpr.delaware.gov |
| District of Columbia | DC Real Estate Commission | dcra.dc.gov |
| Florida | FL Division of Real Estate | myfloridalicense.com |
| Georgia | GA Real Estate Commission | grec.state.ga.us |
| Hawaii | HI Real Estate Commission | cca.hawaii.gov/reb |
| Idaho | ID Real Estate Commission | irec.idaho.gov |
| Illinois | IL Division of Real Estate | idfpr.illinois.gov |
| Indiana | IN Professional Licensing Agency | pla.in.gov |
| Iowa | IA Real Estate Commission | plb.iowa.gov/real-estate |
| Kansas | KS Real Estate Commission | krec.ks.gov |
| Kentucky | KY Real Estate Commission | krec.ky.gov |
| Louisiana | LA Real Estate Commission | lrec.gov |
| Maine | ME Real Estate Commission | maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing |
| Maryland | MD Real Estate Commission | dllr.state.md.us/license/mrec |
| Massachusetts | MA Board of Real Estate | mass.gov/board-of-registration-of-real-estate-brokers-and-salespersons |
| Michigan | MI Dept of Licensing (LARA) | michigan.gov/lara |
| Minnesota | MN Dept of Commerce | mn.gov/commerce |
| Mississippi | MS Real Estate Commission | mrec.ms.gov |
| Missouri | MO Real Estate Commission | pr.mo.gov/realestate |
| Montana | MT Board of Realty Regulation | boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/real-estate |
| Nebraska | NE Real Estate Commission | nrec.nebraska.gov |
| Nevada | NV Real Estate Division | red.nv.gov |
| New Hampshire | NH Real Estate Commission | oplc.nh.gov/real-estate |
| New Jersey | NJ Real Estate Commission | nj.gov/dobi/division_rec |
| New Mexico | NM Real Estate Commission | rld.nm.gov/real-estate |
| New York | NY Dept of State (DOS) | dos.ny.gov |
| North Carolina | NC Real Estate Commission | ncrec.gov |
| North Dakota | ND Real Estate Commission | realestatend.gov |
| Ohio | OH Division of Real Estate | com.ohio.gov/real-estate |
| Oklahoma | OK Real Estate Commission | orec.ok.gov |
| Oregon | OR Real Estate Agency | rea.oregon.gov |
| Pennsylvania | PA Real Estate Commission | dos.pa.gov/realestate |
| Rhode Island | RI Dept of Business Regulation | dbr.ri.gov |
| South Carolina | SC Real Estate Commission | llr.sc.gov/rec |
| South Dakota | SD Real Estate Commission | dlr.sd.gov/realestate |
| Tennessee | TN Real Estate Commission | tn.gov/commerce/trec |
| Texas | TX Real Estate Commission (TREC) | trec.texas.gov |
| Utah | UT Division of Real Estate | realestate.utah.gov |
| Vermont | VT Real Estate Commission | sec.state.vt.us/professional-regulation |
| Virginia | VA Real Estate Board | dpor.virginia.gov |
| Washington | WA Dept of Licensing | dol.wa.gov/business-licensing/real-estate |
| West Virginia | WV Real Estate Commission | wvrec.wv.gov |
| Wisconsin | WI Dept of Safety and Professional Services | dsps.wi.gov |
| Wyoming | WY Real Estate Commission | realestate.wyo.gov |
What your state board handles
No matter what they call themselves, your state's real estate regulatory body is responsible for:
- •Issuing new real estate licenses (salesperson, broker, property manager)
- •Processing license renewals and setting deadlines
- •Setting continuing education requirements and approving CE providers
- •Maintaining a public license lookup tool so anyone can verify an agent
- •Investigating complaints against licensees
- •Enforcing real estate laws and issuing fines or suspensions
- •Publishing forms, rules, and legal updates agents need to follow
When to contact your state board
Here are the most common reasons agents call or visit their state board website:
License renewal
Most renewals are done online through the board website. If you hit a snag — missing CE hours, name change, address update — call them.
CE questions
Not sure if a course counts? Wondering about a deadline extension? The board is the final authority on what CE they accept.
License verification
Need to check another agent or broker license? Every state has a public lookup tool on their board website.
Complaints
If another agent or broker acts unethically, you file a complaint with the state board. They investigate and can fine, suspend, or revoke licenses.
Moving to a new state
If you are transferring your license, the new state board handles reciprocity applications. Requirements vary — some states have mutual agreements, others make you retake the exam.
Tips for dealing with your state board
- •Keep your contact info current. If they cannot reach you, renewal notices go nowhere.
- •Save every CE certificate. Some states audit randomly and you need proof.
- •Bookmark your state board website. You will use it more than you think.
- •Call early in the day. Hold times are usually shorter before noon.
- •Check the website first. Most questions are answered in the FAQ or rules section.
Track your requirements automatically
Your state board sets the rules. AgentCEtracks them for you. The app loads your state's CE requirements, tracks your hours by category, and reminds you before your deadline. It is free and covers all 50 states plus DC.
Bookmark this page for quick reference. And check your state requirements page for the full breakdown of hours, topics, and renewal fees.
Read more: How to look up your license online | How to renew your license | What to do if your license expired