Real Estate

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The following is all the information needed for obtaining a salesperson license and how@ Home Prep can help pass the state exam!

License Education:
  • 72 hour prelicensing course
Continuing Education:
  • 12 hours every 2 years

The state does have the option of testing out of the continuing education requirement. To learn more contact the Wisconsin Real Estate Commission!

Other Requirements:
  • Must be 18 years old
Applications: To apply, contact the state of Wisconsin (608) 266-2112. There is a $53 application fee that must be submitted with the application.
Reciprocity

The Wisconsin Department of Regulation has entered into reciprocal agreement with the following states:

  • Illinois
  • Indiana
Examinations:
  • The testing company is Pearson Vue and can be contacted at (800) 733-9267
  • The exam fee is $69
  • Test is divided into two sections,General and State, which comprises 140 questions
  • 4 hour time limit for both sections
  • Topics on the general portion of the exam include property ownership, land use control and regulations, valuation and market analysis, financing, laws of agency, mandated closures, contracts, transfer of property, practice of real estate, and real estate calculations.
  • Topics on the state portion of the exam include licensing requirements, licensing procedures, disciplinary actions, real estate education, trust accounts, contracts, disclosure requirements
Helpful Books:
  • Real Estate Fundamentals, 6th Edition
  • Modern Real Estate Practices, 16th Edition
  • Real Estate Law, 5th Edition
  • Marketing Real Estate, 3rd Edition
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