Contact Information for Other States
| State | Meets or Does Not Meet State Educational Requirements for Licensure or Certification | Agency Information |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | Meets | Agency: Alabama Real Estate Commission Website: https://arec.alabama.gov/ Phone: (334) 242-5544 Email: arec@arec.alabama.gov Notes: Alabama practices Real Estate Reciprocity with any state. They are known as a "Cooperative" state. An out-of-state licensee may enter Alabama to work on a transaction provided that the out-of-state licensee enters into cooperative arrangement with Alabama licensee, which requires out-of-state licensee to submit to the jurisdiction of Alabama courts Reciprocity also requires completing a 6-hour course in Alabama real estate law and passing the State Exam. Mailing Address: Alabama Real Estate Commission 1201 Carmichael Way Montgomery, AL 36106 |
| Alaska | Does Not Meet | Agency: Alaska Department of Commerce - Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/RealEstateCommission/Education.aspx Phone: (907) 269-8168 Email: realestatecommission@alaska.gov Notes: Alaska is known as a "Physical Location State." An out-of-state licensee may not enter into Alaska to work on a transaction, but may receive a brokerage commission from Alaska licensee for assisting an Alaska licensee in actions for which an Alaska license is required. Termed a license "By Endorsement" in Alaska, Alaska offers a license to an out-of-state licensee if the applicant passes the State portion of the Alaska Real Estate Exam. Mailing Address: Alaska Department of Commerce Real Estate Commission Robert B. Atwood Building 550 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 1500 Anchorage, AK 99501 |
| Arizona | Meets | Agency: State of Arizona Department of Real Estate Website: https://azre.gov/licensees/original-licensing-information Phone: 1(602)771-7700 Email: https://services.azre.gov/publicdatabase/messagecenter/createmessage.aspx?subjectid=12 Notes: Arizona is known as a "Cooperative State"; despite cooperative agreement, out-of-state licensee cannot perform any services in Arizona. Arizona does not practice reciprocity. An out-of-state licensee can enter into a written co-brokerage agreement with Arizona licensee, in which the out-of-state licensee must agree to the following: a) to submit to AZ law; b) AZ cooperating licensee assumes responsibility for acts of out-of-state licensee; c) negotiations in AZ or with AZ property owners are conducted through AZ licensee; d) all funds are handled in accordance with AZ law. Mailing Address: Arizona Department Of Real Estate 100 N 15th Ave #201 Phoenix, AZ 85007 |
| Arkansas | Does Not Meet | Agency: Arkansas Real Estate Commission Website: https://arec.arkansas.gov/licensing/ Phone: 501-683-8037 Email: lisa.hill@arkansas.gov Notes: Arkansas is known as a "Physical Location State." An out-of-state licensee can share a commission as long as all licensed activities relating to the sale of the property are performed in State by an Arkansas licensee. An out-of-state licensee cannot perform any services in Arkansas. Arkansas has reciprocity with the following states: Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Washington, and West Virginia. All Reciprocal Licensees may still need to take the Arkansas Law Portion of the Examination. Mailing Address: Arkansas Real Estate Commission 612 South Summit Street, Little Rock, AR 72201-4740 |
| California | Does Not Meet | Agency: California Department of Real Estate Website: https://dre.ca.gov/ Phone: (877) 373-4542 Email: https://dre.ca.gov/AskDRELicensing Notes: California is known as a "Physical Location State." California recognizes no reciprocity. An out-of-state licensee can perform no acts in California. An out-of-state licensee can receive a referrel fee and can share a commission if his or her acts in furtherance of the sale occur outside of California. Before you can be certified as a real estate agent in California, you need to earn a license. The Real Estate Agent Commission issues license to agents in the state. The absence of this license leads to prosecution if caught trying to list a property. Mailing Address: California Department of Real Estate P.O. Box 137000 Sacramento, CA 95813-7000 |
| Colorado | Meets | Agency: Colorado Division of Real Estate Website: https://dre.colorado.gov/ Phone: 303-894-2166 Email: dora_realestate_website@state.co.us Notes: Colorado is known as a "Limited Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee may share in a fee earned on a Colorado transaction provided that the out-of-state licensee cooperates with a Colorado licensee, all advertising, negotiations, contracting, and conveyancing done in Colorado must be performed in the name of the Colorado broker, and all money collected from the parties to the transaction shall be deposited in the name of the co-broker. Colorado practices reciprocity with every US state. An additional exam is necessary however. Mailing Address: Colorado Division of Real Estate 1560 Broadway, Suite 925 Denver, CO 80202 |
| Connecticut | Does Not Meet | Agency: Connecticut State Department of Consumer Protection - Real Estate Commission Website: https://portal.ct.gov/DCP/Occupational-and-Professional-Division/Occupational-Boards/Connecticut-Real-Estate-Commission Phone: (860) 713-6151 Email: Jill.Conklin@ct.gov Notes: Connecticut is known as a "Cooperative State." Connecticut law requires a real estate agent to enter into a written Buyer Representation Agreement with a buyer before showing properties to a buyer. This agreement is a contract. Exceptions: Buyers may choose not to sign a Buyer Representation Agreement and rather prefer to sign an Unrepresented Persons Disclosure form. Connecticut has partial reciprocity with other states. Holders of a Connecticut real estate license can obtain a new real estate license via a reciprocity agreement with the following states: Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island and Virginia Florida, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio applicants, as well as applicants not having passed a written exam in a reciprocal state, is required to take the Connecticut Real Estate Exam, administered by PSI Mailing Address: Department of Consumer Protection 450 Columbus Boulevard, Suite 901 Hartford, Connecticut 06103-1840 |
| Delaware | Meets | Agency: Delaware Division of Professional Regulation - Real Estate Commission Website: https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/realestate/ Phone: (302) 744-4500 Email: customerservice.dpr@delaware.gov Notes: Delaware is a "Physical Location State." Delaware has reciprocity with all states after passing the Delaware state law exam or meeting minimum experience requirements. Mailing Address: Delaware Division of Professional Regulation Cannon Building, Suite 203 861 Silver Lake Blvd. Dover, DE 19904 |
| Florida | Does Not Meet | Agency: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation - Real Estate Website: http://myfloridalicense.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/490/~/does-florida-have-real-estate-licensing-reciprocity-with-any-state%3F Phone: 850.487.1395 Email: www.myfloridalicense.com/contactus/ Notes: Florida is a known as a "Physical Location State." An out-of-state licensee cannot work physically within the state of Florida. Specific to Florida Real Estate, Reciprocal Licensees must live out of state, and pass the Florida portion of the real estate exam. Florida offers "Mutual Recognition" reciprocity to Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, Rhode Island and West Virginia. Georgia is offered reciprocity on the condition of additionally passing the State portion of the Florida Real Estate Exam. Mailing Address: Department of Business and Professional Regulation 2601 Blair Stone Road Tallahassee, FL 32399-1027 |
| Georgia | Meets | Agency: Georgia Real Estate Commission & Appraisers Board Website: https://georgia.gov/organization/georgia-real-estate-commission-appraisers-board Phone: (404) 656-3916 Email: grecmail@grec.state.ga.us Notes: Georgia is known as a "Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee must enter into a written co-operating brokerage agreement with Georgia licensee. The contract must specify what the financial arrangement is between the parties and what property is the subject of the agreement. The Georgia licensee is responsible for supervising the out-of-state licensee. Georgia has Real Estate reciprocity with all states. Florida licensees must take the Georgia portion of the real estate exam to qualify for a reciprocal license however. Mailing Address: Georgia Real Estate Commission & Appraisers Board 229 Peachtree St., NE International Tower, Suite 1000 Atlanta, GA 30303-1605 |
| Hawaii | Does Not Meet | Agency: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs - Real Estate Branch Website: https://cca.hawaii.gov/reb/ Phone: 808-586-3000 Email: hirec@dcca.hawaii.gov Notes: Hawaii is known as a "Physical Location State." This means an out-of-state licensee cannot perform any work within Hawaii. An out-of-state licensee may receive a commission from a Hawaii licensee so long as the out-of-state licensee performs no functions physically within the state. Hawaii has no reciprocity. However, Hawaii offers something termed "Equivalency" in Hawaii. Hawaii offers a license to an out-of-state licensee if the applicant passes the State portion of the Hawaii Real Estate Exam and complies with the following Flow Chart. Mailing Address: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs - Real Estate Branch (REB) King Kalakaua Building 335 Merchant Street, Rm 333 Honolulu, HI 96813 |
| Idaho | Does Not Meet | Agency: Idaho Real Estate Commission Website: http://www.irec.idaho.gov/ Phone: 208-334-3233 Email: info@irec.idaho.gov Notes: Idaho is a "Physical Location State", meaning that an out-of-state licensee can enter the state, but can do nothing more then accompany Idaho licensee. An out-of-state licensee can receive cooperative commission from Idaho licensee but cannot list, show or inspect property in Idaho, nor advertise within the state. Idaho requires Mandatory Errors & Omissions Insurance Coverage. The state of Idaho does not practice reciprocity with any state. However Idaho waives the national portion of the licensing exam, pre-license education, and broker experience requirements (if applicable) if you are licensed on active status in another state, a state exam is still necessary to become a Real Estate Agent in Idaho. Mailing Address: Idaho Real Estate Commission DOPL P.O Box 83720 Boise ID 83720-0063 |
| Illinois | Does Not Meet | Agency: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - Division of Real Estate Website: https://www.idfpr.com/DRE.asp Phone: 1-800-560-6420 Email: FPR.RealEstate@illinois.gov Notes: Illinois is known as a "Physical Location State." An out-of-state licensee can share a commission with an Illinois licensee, but cannot perform any of the actions related to the sale within Illinois. Illinois practices reciprocity with the following states: Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Nebraska, and Wisconsin. All listed state licensees must pass the Illinois portion of the licensure examination for recipocity. Specific to Illinois Real Estate: You must be actively licensed by examination in the state from which you are applying. Illinois must have a written reciprocal agreement with the state in which you are currently licensed by examination. You must take and pass the Illinois portion of the licensure examination. Your sponsor must have an active broker or managing broker license in Illinois. Mailing Address: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - Division of Real Estate (Licensing and Education) 320 West Washington Street, 3rd Floor Springfield, IL 62786 |
| Indiana | Does Not Meet | Agency: Indiana Professional Licensing Agency - Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/real-estate-home/real-estate-licensing-information/ Phone: (317) 232-2960 Email: pla5@pla.in.gov Notes: Indiana is known as a "Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee can enter cooperative agreement with Indiana licensee for acts related to real estate. Cooperative agreement requires out-of-state licensee to work closely with Indiana licensee and must file consent to jurisdiction with Indiana Real Estate Commission. Indiana no longer holds reciprocal agreements with any state, however a candidate may still qualify if the original state of licensure has licensing requirements that are substantially similar to those in Indiana and can pass the state law portion of the Indiana licensing examination. Required 90 hours prelicensing online or in person Mailing Address: Professional Licensing Agency Attn: Indiana Real Estate Commission 402 W. Washington Street, Room W072 Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 |
| Iowa | Does Not Meet | Agency: Iowa Professional License Bureau - Real Estate Sales & Brokers Commission Website: https://plb.iowa.gov/board/real-estate-sales-brokers Phone: (515) 725-9022 x.8 Email: RealEstateCommission@iowa.gov Notes: Iowa is a "Physical Location State." This means that an out-of-state licensee may enter state but perform no licensed services within the state, and an out-of-state licensee may receive part of a commission or fee from Iowa licensee. Specific to Iowa Real Estate, brokers must license their FIRM in Iowa and mandatory E&O coverage is necessary. Iowa grants reciprocity to Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi and North Dakota. There are conditions however. To receive this reciprocity, you must be a resident, received their ORIGINAL LICENSE from this reciprocal state, and will have their Iowa license in the same real estate company. Also of note, Iowa is the only state which does not authorize private title insurance, property holders who want it must go through a state administered title company or fund. Mailing Address: Iowa Professional License Bureau - Real Estate Commission 200 East Grand Avenue, Suite 350 Des Moines, Iowa 50309 |
| Kansas | Does Not Meet | Agency: Kansas Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.krec.ks.gov/ Phone: (785) 296-3411 Email: krec@ks.gov Notes: Kansas practices no form of real estate reciprocity. Kansas is a "Cooperative State." This means an out-of-state licensee can enter into agreement with Kansas supervising broker for real estate transactions so long as the agreement meets the statutory requirements, which include: 1) a written agreement; 2) out-of-state licensee consents to the jurisdiction of Kansas Real Estate Commission; 3) escrows all funds with Kansas supervising broker; 4) files agreement with Kansas Real Estate Commission; 5) brokers communicate with each other on the status of the negotiations. Mailing Address: Kansas Real Estate Commission Jayhawk Tower 700 SW Jackson Street, Suite 404 Topeka, Kansas 66603-3785 |
| Kentucky | Does Not Meet | Agency: Kentucky Real Estate Commission Website: https://krec.ky.gov/ Phone: 502-564-7760 Email: Seth.branson@@ky.gov Notes: Kentucky is a "Turf State." This means an out-of-state licensee may not render licensed services on a real estate transaction in the state of Kentucky Kentucky has selective reciprocity with the states of Florida, illinois, Ohio, Tennessee and West Virginia. Must be licensed for at least 1 calendar year to obtain license through reciprocity process. 40 hour reciprocal license law course, national background check and the reciprocal license exam are required. Kenucky also requires E&O Insurance as well as license history and background history. Mailing Address: Kentucky Real Estate Commission Mayo-Underwood Building 500 Mero Street, 2NE09 Frankfort, KY 40601 |
| Louisiana | Does Not Meet | Agency: Louisiana Real Estate Commission Website: https://lrec.gov/ Phone: (225) 925-1923 Email: mdavis@lrec.gov Notes: Louisiana is a "Cooperative State." This means an out-of-state licensee can receive commissions from Louisiana licensee, if a valid cooperation agreement is entered into between the parties, which include the Louisiana broker providing supervision over the out-of-state licensee as long as an agreement is filed with Commission. Louisiana has reciprocity with Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania. Specific to Louisiana Real Estate, agents must have a corporate business license (Certificate of Authority to do business in Louisiana) and E&O insurance is mandatory. Mailing Address: Louisiana Real Estate Commission 9071 Interline Avenue Baton Rouge, LA 70809 |
| Maine | Does Not Meet | Agency: State of Maine Professional & Financial Regulation - Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/real-estate-commission Phone: (207) 624-8521 Email: rlestate.com@maine.gov Notes: Maine is a "Physical Location State." This means that an out-of-state licensee can share a commission with a Maine licensee for a transaction if licensed services performed by the out-of-state licensee are outside of Maine. Maine grants reciprocity to any and every state as long as applicants pass the Maine Law Examination. Mailing Address: Real Estate Commission 35 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0035 |
| Maryland | Does Not Meet | Agency: Maryland Department of Labor - Maryland Real Estate Commission Website: http://dllr.state.md.us/license/mrec/ Phone: 410-230-6200 Email: dlmrec-labor@maryland.gov Notes: Maryland is classified as a "Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee can receive temporary license from Commission for specific real estate transaction. An out-of-state licensee must file a license application with Commission, listing all salespeople who will work on transaction as well as consenting to jurisdiction in the state; enter into a cooperative arrangement with Maryland broker specifying commission amounts as well delineating responsibility; and file a cooperative agreement with Commission. Maryland has reciprocity with two states: Pennsylvania and Oklahoma. Pennsylvania applicants are excused from Exams and Continuing Education (CE). Oklahoma applicants must pass the State exam but are excused from CE. Any State may apply for Waivers but must pass the Exam. Mailing Address: Maryland Real Estate Commission 1100 North Eutaw Street Baltimore, MD 21201 |
| Massachusetts | Does Not Meet | Agency: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons Website: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-of-real-estate-brokers-and-salespersons Phone: 617-701-8661 Email: realestateboard@mass.gov Notes: Massachusetts is a "Physical Location State." As long as out-of-state licensee performed no licensed services within the state, Massachusetts would not prevent a Massachusetts licensee from paying part of a commission to out-of-state licensee. Massachusetts has broker and salesperson reciprocity with Connecticut, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Nebraska, Iowa, Tennessee, Mississippi, Colorado, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and New Mexico. Reciprocity is also offered to Oklahoma and New York, provided that an agent has 2 years of experience and a broker license. New Hampshire can receive reciprocity if an agent has an educational waiver to take only the State portion of the exam. Maine can receive reciprocity if an agent has atleast 3 years of experience, a broker license, and a waiver to take only the State portion of the exam. In all other states, the requirement is to take the entire Massachusetts Real Estate Exam. Mailing Address: Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons 1000 Washington Street, Suite 710, Boston , MA 02118 |
| Michigan | Does Not Meet | Agency: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - Real Estate Brokers & Slaespersons Website: https://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-89334_72600_72602_72731_72871---,00.html Phone: 517-241-0199 Email: BPLHelp@michigan.gov Notes: Michigan is a "Limited Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee can receive a commission from Michigan licensee so long as the out-of-state licensee does not conduct any negotiations within the state of Michigan. It is unclear whether out-of-state licensee is permitted to enter Michigan. The state of Michigan has no reciprocity agreements with any states or territories. Mailing Address: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (Attn: Real Estate Brokers & Salespersons) Ottawa Building 611 W. Ottawa P.O. Box 30004 |
| Minnesota | Does Not Meet | Agency: Minnesota Commerce Department - Real Estate Website: Real Estate Licensing / Minnesota Department of Commerce - Licensing (mn.gov) Phone: 651-539-1599 Email: licensing.commerce@state.mn.us Notes: Minnesota is a "Physical Location State." Therefore, an out-of-state licensee can receive commission split from Minnesota licensee so long as no work is performed within Minnesota. Minnesota offers reciprocity to the following states: Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. You must reside in one of these states to be eligible for reciprocity. Wisconsin applicants must complete require 13 hour prelicense reciprocal course as well as Minnesota state exam. Mailing Address: Minnesota Department of Commerce (Attn: REAL ESTATE LICENSING) 85 7th Place East, Suite 280 Saint Paul, MN 55101 |
| Mississippi | Does Not Meet | Agency: Mississippi Real Estate Commission Website: http://www.mrec.state.ms.us/ Phone: (601) 321-6970 Email: info@mrec.state.ms.us Notes: Mississippi is a "Cooperative State." Because of this, an out-of-state licensee cannot act within the Transaction State except with the cooperation of a Mississippi broker. Whenever an out-of-state licensee enters into a written cooperative agreement with a Mississippi broker, the Mississippi broker shall file (within 10 days of execution of the agreement) a copy with the real estate commission. When the out-of-state licensee signs this agreement, that out-of-state licensee agrees to abide by Mississippi law, and the rules and regulations of the committee. Further, the showing of the property and negotiations pertaining to the transaction shall be supervised by the Mississippi broker. Specific to the state, E&O insurance is mandatory. Mississippi has full reciprocity with any state, as long as very specific guidelines are followed. See below. Guidelines - Mailing Address: Mississippi Real Estate Commission P. O. Box 12685 Jackson, MS 39236 |
| Missouri | Meets | Agency: Missouri Division of Professional Regulation - Real Estate Commission Website: https://pr.mo.gov/realestate.asp Phone: 573.751.2628 Email: realestate@pr.mo.gov Notes: Missouri is a "Turf State.", which means no agent with an out of state license can conduct business in Missouri. However, Missouri has full real estate license reciprocity with all 50 US States. To obtain a Missouri license, a 24 hour MREP(Missouri Real Estate Practice) course is required, as well as the Missouri state real estate exam and background check. E&O insurance not required. Mailing Address: Real Estate Commission 3605 Missouri Boulevard P.O. Box 1339 Jefferson City, MO 65102-1339 |
| Montana | Does Not Meet | Agency: Montana Board of Realty Regulation Website: https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/realty-regulation/ Phone: (406) 444-6880 Email: dlibsdhelp@mt.gov Notes: Montana is a "Physical Location State", meaning that an out-of-state licensee can share a commission with a Montana licensee, but cannot perform licensed services within the Transaction State. Montana does not confirm reciprocity with any US State, but the state does allow out of state licensees to apply for reciprocity. Brokers who receive a Waiver for Education and Experience, will still need to pass the Montana Portion of the Real Estate Exam. E&O insurance required Real Estate Salesperson Checklist Real Estate Broker Checklist Mailing Address: Montana Board of Realty Regulation PO Box 200513 Helena, MT 59620-0513 |
| Nebraska | Does Not Meet | Agency: Nebraska Real Estate Commission Website: https://nrec.nebraska.gov/ Phone: (402) 471-2004 Email: realestate.commission@nebraska.gov Notes: Nebraska is known as a "Turf State." with special circumstances This means that an out-of-state licensee is prohibited from performing any licensed services on a Nebraska transaction without a Nebraska license, period. Also, an out-of-state licensee may not be paid as a referral fee without a Nebraska real estate license. Nebraska grants licenses by recognition instead of reciprocity, meaning out of state agents in good standing can be issued an equivalent Nebraska license. However, any State licensee must complete a 3 hr course on Agency/License Law from an approved provider. Nebraska requires Mandatory E&O Insurance as well as requiring a Trust Account at a financial institution in Nebraska. Mailing Address: Nebraska Real Estate Commission 301 Centennial Mall South P.O. Box 94667 Lincoln, NE 68509 |
| Nevada | Does Not Meet | Agency: Nevada Department of Business and Industry - Real Estate Division Website: https://red.nv.gov/ Phone: (702) 486-4033 Email: realest@red.nv.gov Notes: Nevada is a "Cooperative State." That means that an out-of-state licensee can enter and conduct business. Nevada has salesperson and broker license reciprocity agreements with the following states: Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia Applicants are required to submit Form 549, proof of education, real estate license experience and fingerprints, must also pass Nevada state exam. E&O insurance not required Mailing Address: Nevada Real Estate Division Las Vegas 3300 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 350 Las Vegas, Nevada 89102 |
| New Hampshire | Does Not Meet | Agency: New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification - NH Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.oplc.nh.gov/nh-real-estate-commission Phone: 603-271-2152 Email: nhrec@oplc.nh.gov Notes: New Hampshire is a "Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee can share a commission with New Hampshire licensee so long as out-of-state licensee is performing actions legal within out-of-state licensee's state. An out-of-state licensee must enter into a cooperative agreement with New Hampshire licensee. New Hampshire grants real estate reciprocity to all 50 states. However, applicants must be licensed in another state and pass national and state exams. Specific to New Hampshire Real Estate, the state requires a Surety Bond of at least $25,000. E&O Insurance not required Mailing Address: Office of Professional Licensure & Certification (Attn: Real Estate Commission) 7 Eagle Square Concord NH, 03301 |
| New Jersey | Does Not Meet | Agency: State of New Jersey Department of Banking & Insurance - New Jersey Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.state.nj.us/dobi/division_rec/index.htm Phone: 609-292-7272 Email: relic@dobi.nj.gov Notes: New Jersey is considered a "Turf State", meaning no out of state real estate agents can conduct business in the state. New Jersey has no reciprocity agreements with any US States. Under certain circumstances, educational and exam requirements can be waived via submission of application. Contact number above for more information. Broker Licenses require one 30-hour course in Agency/Ethics and one 30-hour course in Office Management as well as taking the New Jersey Exam. Mailing Address: New Jersey Real Estate Commission PO Box 328 Trenton, NJ 08625-0328 |
| New Mexico | Meets | Agency: New Mexico Real Estate Commission Website: http://www.rld.state.nm.us/boards/Real_Estate_Commission.aspx Phone: (505) 476-4622 Email: RLDRealEstate.Comsn@state.nm.us Notes: New Mexico is listed as a "Turf State", meaning no out of state licensees can conduct business in New Mexico. New Mexico is a selective reiciprocity state, granting reciprocity to Georgia, Louisiana, and Massachusetts. Education and exam requirement are waived for residents of those 3 states. Reciprocity Application/Prelicensing Education Waiver Mandatory E&O insurance is a specific requirement in New Mexico. Mailing Address: New Mexico Real Estate Commission 5500 San Antonio Dr. NE Suite B Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109 |
| New York | Does Not Meet | Agency: New York Department of State, Division of Licensing Services - NYS Board of Real Estate Website: New York Department of State, Division of Licensing Services - NYS Board of Real Estate Phone: (518) 474-4429 Email: licensing@dos.ny.gov Notes: New York state is a "Physical Location State." As such, an out-of-state licensee can share a commission with a New York licensee, but out-of-state licensee cannot perform any functions regarding New York real estate within New York. New York offers no Real Estate Reciprocity to any US state. However, if you completed qualifying education outside of NY, a waiver can be requested for required courses for a NY license. No E&O Insurance Required Mailing Address: NY Department of State Albany Location One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave Albany, NY 12231-0001 |
| North Carolina | Meets | Agency: North Carolina Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.ncrec.gov/ Phone: 919-875-3700 Email: https://www.ncrec.gov/Support/Support Notes: North Carolina is known as a "Cooperative State." North Carolina has very specific real estate licensing requirements, and those requirements change from time to time. The North Carolina Real Estate Commission’s website has the most current official prelicensing requirements. NC offers partial reiprocity with other states. A limited real estate license can be obtained from the Commission, so long as the out-of-state licensee is affiliated with a North Carolina licensee and its license is in good standing. The license is issued for a limited time and only applies to real estate transactions. A Reciprocal License is only available if you take courses in person in NC after you apply for a provisional reciprocal license. Reciprocity to work in NC as a real estate agent means you must pass the State portion of the North Carolina Real Estate Exam. Mailing Address: North Carolina Real Estate Commission P.O. Box 17100 Raleigh, NC 27619 |
| North Dakota | Does Not Meet | Agency: North Dakota Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.realestatend.org/ Phone: 701.328.9749 Email: https://www.realestatend.org/contact-us/ Notes: North Dakota is a "Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee can enter the state, perform licensed services (except for listing of properties without North Dakota license and negotiating a transaction while in the state), and receive a commission split from a North Dakota licensee so long as the out-of-state licensee's state affords a similar opportunity to North Dakota licensees. North Dakota offers direct reciprocity to Georgia, Iowa, and Minnesota. Any other state (non-resident) can be granted reciprocity with the passing of the State portion of the North Dakota Real Estate Exam. Specific to ND: Broker must have an office in the state and must carry mandatory E&O insurance, as well as maintain a Real Estate Trust Account in North Dakota unless a waiver is granted Mailing Address: North Dakota Real Estate Commission 1120 College Dr Ste 204 Bismarck, ND 58501 |
| Ohio | Does Not Meet | Agency: Ohio Department of Commerce - Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing Website: https://com.ohio.gov/REAL/ Phone: 614-466-4100 Email: WebReal@com.state.oh.us Notes: Ohio is a "Cooperative State" meaning an out-of-state licensee can perform work on a transaction involving commercial real estate*, so long as the out-of-state licensee enters into a written agreement with an Ohio broker; files consent to jurisdiction in Ohio; furnishes certificate of good standing in home state to the Ohio broker; and all funds received are deposited in the Ohio broker's escrow account. Ohio has real estate reciprocity with Arkansas, Connecticut, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, Oklahoma, West Virginia, and Wyoming. These State Licensees must take the Ohio Real Estate Law Course and pass the State portion of the Ohio Real Estate Exam. Also of note, in Ohio, brokers must maintain a Trust account and have a physical location as a place of business. E&O Insurance not required Mailing Address: Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing 6606 Tussing Road P.O Box 4008 Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 |
| Oklahoma | Does Not Meet | Agency: Oklahoma Real Estate Commission Website: https://oklahoma.gov/orec.html Phone: (405) 521-3387 Email: help@orec.ok.gov Notes: Oklahoma is listed as a "Physical Location State." In Oklahoma, an out-of-state licensee can share a commission with the Oklahoma licensee, as long as all licensed services for which the out-of-state licensee receives compensation are performed in out-of-state licensee's state of licensure. The state of Oklahoma has reciprocity agreements with Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Any experience in these states within the last 5 years, eligibility is possible to take the Oklahoma state exam only. 1 hour of CE is also required in Broker Relationship Act, Code/Regulations and Contracts/Forms. E&O insurance not required. Mailing Address: Oklahoma Real Estate Commission 1915 N Stiles Ave #200, Oklahoma City, OK 73105 |
| Oregon | Does Not Meet | Agency: Oregon Real Estate Agency Website: https://www.oregon.gov/REA/pages/index.aspx Phone: (503) 378-4170 Email: orea.info@oregon.gov Notes: Oregon is a "Cooperative State." As such, an out-of-state licensee can perform work on a "nonresidential real estate" transaction (defined as property that has or could have commercial development or a property with five or more residential units) in Oregon if the out-of-state licensee enters into a written cooperative agreement with an Oregon licensee. The cooperative agreement must be in writing and must state the Oregon licensee will supervise all activities conducted in Oregon. An Oregon licensee must be present for all showings and negotiations conducted in Oregon and an out-of-state licensee can also receive a referral fee. Oregon Real Estate Reciprocity includes Alabama, Georgia, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Alberta, Canada. E&O insurance not required Mailing Address: Oregon Real Estate Agency 530 Center St NE, Suite 100 Salem, OR 97301 |
| Pennsylvania | Does Not Meet | Agency: Pennsylvania Department of State - State Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.dos.pa.gov/ProfessionalLicensing/BoardsCommissions/RealEstateCommission/Pages/default.aspx Phone: (717) 783-3658 Email: ST-REALESTATE@pa.gov Notes: Pennsylvania is considered a "Turf State." With that designation, a Pennsylvania license is required to receive a commission or part of a commission. An out-of-state licensee may only receive a referral fee from Pennsylvania licensee. Pennsylvania has selective real estate reciprocity with Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, and New York. Mailing Address: Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission P.O. Box 2649, Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649 |
| Rhode Island | Does Not Meet | Agency: State of Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation - Real Estate Commission Website: https://dbr.ri.gov/divisions/commlicensing/realestate.php Phone: (401) 462-9506 Email: https://dbr.ri.gov/questioncomplaints/ Notes: Rhode Island is considered a "Limited Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee can share a commission with a Rhode Island licensee, so long as out-of-state licensee does not conduct any negotiations within the state. In Rhode Island, agents are required to carry E&O insurance. Connecticut and Massachusetts are the only two states that enjoy real estate reciprocity in Rhode Island. Mailing Address: Rhode Island Real Estate Commission 1511 Pontiac Avenue Cranston, RI 02920 |
| South Carolina | Meets | Agency: South Carolina Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.llr.sc.gov/re/ Phone: (803) 896-4400 Email: Contact.REC@llr.sc.gov Notes: The state of South Carolina is listed as a "Limited Cooperative State." With that, an out-of-state licensee may split a commission with a South Carolina licensee so long as the out-of-state licensee does not conduct any negotiations while physically within the state. Only two states - Georgia and North Carolina - is granted reciprocity with South Carolina. That reciprocity comes with the condition that the agent must be a resident in Georgia and NC and have taken the written exam there. E&O insurance not required New Alert in Reciprocity NC Reciprocity Agreement Mailing Address: South Carolina Real Estate Commission 110 Centerview Dr, Columbia SC 29210 |
| South Dakota | Does Not Meet | Agency: South Dakota Real Estate Commission Website: https://dlr.sd.gov/realestate/default.aspx Phone: 605.773.3600 Email: dlr.realestate@state.sd.us Notes: South Dakota is considered a "Limited Cooperative State." As such, an out-of-state licensee may split a commission with a South Dakota licensee so long as the out-of-state licensee does not perform any of the negotiations within South Dakota. South Dakota offers no reciprocity with any state. The only caveat is that those wanting to become agents/brokers in SD, must pass the State portion of the SD Real Estate exam. South Dakota also requires mandatory E&O insurance coverage for prospective Real Estate agents. Mailing Address: South Dakota Real Estate Commission 217 West Missouri Avenue Pierre, SD 57501 |
| Tennessee | Does Not Meet | Agency: Department of Commerce and Insurance - Tennessee Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.tn.gov/commerce/regboards/trec.html Phone: (615) 741-2241 Email: Ask.TDCI@TN.Gov Notes: Tennessee is a "Limited Cooperative State." That means that an out-of-state licensee may only receive a part of commission from a Tennessee licensee if the out-of-state licensee does not conduct any negotiations within Tennessee. The state of Tennessee offers no specific Reciprocity but any state can apply with their requirements. Non-Residents, must provide Education proof (120 Hours), and pass the State Portion of Real Estate Exam. E&O insurance is also mandatory in Tennessee. Mailing Address: Department of Commerce and Insurance Tennessee Real Estate Commission 500 James Robertson Pkwy Nashville, TN 37243-0565 |
| Texas | Does Not Meet | Agency: Texas Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.trec.texas.gov/ Phone: 512.936.3000 Email: information@trec.texas.gov Notes: Texas is a "Physical Location State." Out-of-state licensees may split a commission from Texas licensees so long as an out-of-state licensee does not conduct any of the activities related to the transaction in Texas. Texas considers out-of-state licensee as acting within Texas if the out-of-state licensee is conducting brokerage business from another state by mail, telephone, the internet, e-mail, or other medium or if all the prospective buyers, seller, landlords, or tenants are legal residents of the State of Texas and the property concerned is located wholly or in part within the State. Texas offers no reciprocity whatsoever. No E&O insurance required Mailing Address: Texas Real Estate Commission P.O. Box 12188 Austin, TX 78711-2188 |
| Utah | Does Not Meet | Agency: Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate Website: https://realestate.utah.gov/ Phone: (801) 530-6747 Email: realestate@utah.gov Notes: Utah is considered a "Turf State." An out-of-state licensee may receive a "referral commission" from an Utah licensee, not from anyone else. Otherwise, a Utah license is required in order to receive any other compensation. Utah offers real estate reciprocity to Georgia, Mississippi, and Alberta, Canada. GA & MS do not have to take the Exam. Any other state may apply for reciprocity, but they must take the Utah Exam. Specific to Utah Real Estate: Utah is one of those rare states that says "keep out" to out of state licensees. In fact, anyone caught practicing real estate without a license in Utah faces criminal felony prosecution with a penalty of up to 2 years in prison per offense. E&O Insurance not required. Mailing Address: Utah Division of Real Estate PO Box 146711 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6711 |
| Vermont | Does Not Meet | Agency: Vermont Secretary of State - OPR Real Estate Brokers & Salespersons Website: https://sos.vermont.gov/real-estate-brokers-salespersons/ Phone: 802 828-1505 Email: https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/about-opr/contact-us/ Notes: Vermont is a "Physical Location State." That means an out-of-state licensee may receive share commission with a Vermont licensee (note that Rule uses the term "referral fee"). However, an out-of-state licensee may not perform any brokerage services in Vermont, but may observe brokerage services in Vermont. Vermont offers no real estate reciprocity to any state. The only requirements stated are: "To qualify to be licensed, an applicant must be licensed or certified in good standing in another jurisdiction in which the standards and qualifications required for regulation in that jurisdiction are substantially equivalent to Vermont's." Specific to Vermont Real Estate, brokers must maintain a Trust Account in the state of Vermont. Mailing Address: Kevin A. Rushing, Director 89 Main Street Montpelier, VT 05620-3402 |
| Virginia | Meets | Agency: Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation - Real Estate Board Website: https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/Boards/Real-Estate/ Phone: (804) 367-8526 Email: REBoard@dpor.virginia.gov Notes: Virginia is classified as a "Physical Location State", meaning that an out-of-state licensee can receive a referral fee or share a commission with a Virginia licensee so long as out-of-state licensee does not physically enter the state to perform licensed services. A written agreement is not required between out-of-state licensee and Virginia licensee. Virginia has full real estate reciprocity. Must complete Principles of Real Estate, a 60 hour course and submit certifrication letters. To apply for reciprocity, applicants be 18 years old, possess an active license in another state and pass the Virginia state real estate exam. E&O insurance not required. Mailing Address: Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (Attn: Real Estate Board) 9960 Mayland Drive Suite 400 Richmond VA 23233-1485 |
| Washington | Meets | Agency: Washington State Depatment of Licensing - Real Estate Commission Website: https://www.dol.wa.gov/business/realestate/realestatecommission.html Phone: 360.664.6488 or 360.664.6500 Email: RealEstate@dol.wa.gov Notes: Washington state is listed as a "Cooperative State." With that, an out-of-state licensee broker can perform work in the state for real estate transactions providing that the out-of-state licensee enters into a written agreement with a Washington broker, all advertising includes the name of the Washington broker, the out-of-state licensee consents to jurisdiction in Washington, and the out-of-state licensee provides all transaction records to Washington broker. An out-of-state licensee broker's salespeople can also work in the state, providing that their broker has met the requirements of the Washington statute and the out-of-state licensee salespeople provide a copy of their license to the Washington broker. The state of Washington grants reciprocity to any state, provided applicants take either a test or a 90-hour course. Washington has full reciprocity with all US States, must be actively licensed in another state and be in good standing within previous 6 months to qualify. No E&O Insurance required Mailing Address: Real Estate Licensing Department of Licensing PO Box 9020 Olympia, WA 98507-9020 |
| West Virginia | Does Not Meet | Agency: West Virginia Real State Commission Website: https://rec.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx Phone: 304.558.3555 Email: https://wv.accessgov.com/rec/Forms/Page/contact-rec/contact-rec/ Notes: West Virginia is a "Physical Location State." This means that an out-of-state licensee cannot receive any part of a commission for work performed within the state. Also an out-of-state licensee can be paid by a West Virginia licensee for the out-of-state licensee's work performed outside of West Virginia's physical boundaries. Specific to West Virginia Real Estate , most Brokers are required to have a Surety bond of $2,000 and an affidavit of residency. OH residents must contact the WV Real Estate Commission for specific requirements based on the Reciprocal Agreement between OH and WV. As of 2020, it seems any out-of-state licensee can apply for a Reciprocal License. All Reciprocal licensees are required to take the state-specific portion of the licensing examination for salesperson or broker. Also has reciprocity with Florida and Kentucky. E&O Insurance not required Mailing Address: West Virginia Real Estate Commission 300 Capitol Street, Suite 400 Charleston, WV 25301 |
| Wisconsin | Does Not Meet | Agency: Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services - Real Estate Examing Board Website: https://dsps.wi.gov/pages/BoardsCouncils/RealEstate/Default.aspx Phone: (608) 266-2112 Email: dsps@wi.gov Notes: Wisconsin is a "Physical Location State." As such, an out-of-state licensee cannot perform any activities with the state, but an out-of-state licensee can split commission with Wisconsin licensee. Specific to Wisconisn Real Estate: A broker must have a trust account with a Wisconsin Bank (or one that is allowed to do business there.) Regarding reciprocity, Wisocnsin grants it to Illinois and Indiana. This comes with the following requirements; Application for Real Estate Salesperson License (Form #3166) 2. $72.00 Reciprocity Fee - Must accompany the completed application, evidence of Passing the WI Salesperson Examination - Submit a copy of your certificate from Pearson VUE - and an active Salesperson License - Evidence that you hold an active Salesperson* license in good standing obtained by examination in Illinois or Indiana. *In Illinois, a Broker is equivalent of Wisconsin Salesperson. Wisconsin Real Estate Reciprocity states that "A broker licensed in another state does not need to complete the full 72 hours of education." E&O Insurance not required. Mailing Address: Real Estate Examining Board DSPS PO Box 8366 Madison, WI 53708-8366 |
| Wyoming | Meets | Agency: Wyoming Real Estate Commission and Certified Real Estate Appraiser Board Website: http://realestate.wyo.gov/ Phone: (307)-777-7141 Email: realestatecommission@wyo.gov Notes: Wyoming is considered a "Cooperative State." An out-of-state licensee can receive commission split from Wyoming licensee, so long as out-of-state licensee conducts no negotiations within Wyoming for the transaction. Case law allows out-of-state licensee to enter Wyoming and work on transaction, so long as the out-of-state licensee does not conduct negotiations within the state. Wyoming requires a Broker Trust Account for its agents. In looking at reciprocity, Wyoming is open or business, granting reciprocity to any state with some requirements. Individuals must submit fingerprints, complete and pass the Wyoming Law Portion of the Broker I Course, complete and pass all of Broker II Course, complete and pass the Broker Management Class (Responsible Broker Only), and pass the State Exam for Responsible Brokers before applying. Mailing Address: Wyoming Real Estate Commission and Certified Real Estate Appraiser Board 3617 E. Lincolnway, Suite H Cheyenne, WY 82002 |
| District of Columbia | Does Not Meet | Agency: District of Columbia Real Estate Commission Website: https://dcra.dc.gov/real-estate Phone: (202) 442-4320 Email: dlcp@dc.gov Notes: The District of Columbia is considered a "Physical Location State" despite not being a US state. An out-of-state licensee can receive a referral fee but cannot participate in any activities which require a real estate license. Washington DC has reciprocity with two states: Maryland & Virginia. When taking advantage of reciprocity you must pass the DC Real Estate Law Exam and complete a DC Fair Housing course before working in the district. Washington DC requires 60 hours of education, which you can take in a classroom or online. A minimum score of 75 percent on the final exam is required in DC, and there is no limit on the number of retakes. To sell real estate in DC, a licensed broker must agree that you may affiliate with his or her brokerage. That broker will assist you in completing your license application. DC has reciprocity with all US states. No E&O Insurance required. Mailing Address: District of Columbia Real Estate Commission 1100 4th Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024 |
| American Samoa | Does Not Meet | Agency: American Samoa does not have a real estate regulatory body. Website: Phone: Email: Notes: Mailing Address: |
| Guam | Does Not Meet | Agency: Guam Real Estate Commission (Revenue Web Site still down) Website: https://guamrealestatecommission.com/ Phone: 671-864-9531 Email: frank@lspguam.com Notes: Guam offers no reciprocity at all. All original real estate licenses (salesperson and broker) are valid for 2 years. Renewal licenses (salesperson and broker) are valid for 4 years. The Guam real estate licensing examination requires 75% on the Uniform Portion and 75% on the State Portion to pass. You may retake the test as many times as you need, but each time you will need to pay the appropriate test fee. Prior to renewal of an original salesperson’s license, a licensee must complete 45 classroom hours of approved study courses. Thereafter, continuing education requirements are 24 hours every 4 years. Starting a career in real estate requires you to get an Original Salesperson’s license, which means you will need to hang your license with a licensed real estate broker. Once you work under a licensed broker for 2 years, you may apply for an Original Broker’s license and be your own boss. Mailing Address: Dept. of Revenue & Taxation Taxpayer Services Division P.O. Box 23607 Barrigada, Guam 96921 |
| Northern Mariana Islands | Does Not Meet | Agency: ** The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) does not have a real estate licensing body and does not require real estate licenses, though there have Website: been efforts to implement such laws. CNMI has restrictions on ownership, limiting ownership to individuals with at least 25% islander ancestry. Non-islanders can Phone: Email: Notes: Mailing Address: |
| Puerto Rico | Does Not Meet | Agency: Puerto Rico State Department Website: www.estado.pr.gov Phone: 787-722-2122, Extension # 230 Email: jvazquez@estado.gobierno.pr Notes: Puerto Rico offers no real estate reciprocity. Puerto Rico real estate is technically the same as the US: there are estate agents that work just like on the mainland, with the same process and commission structure. But there is no ubiquitous real estate association and no single MLS. The several listing sites have bad information or are hard to find or hard to use. This can lead to some unique problems. Mailing Address: Department of State Assistant Secretary of Examination Boards Board of Examiners of Professional Real Estate Appraisers P.O. Box 9023271 San Juan, PR 00902-3271 |
| U.S. Virgin Islands | Does Not Meet |
