Getting your Michigan real estate license might seem daunting, but we’re here to guide you through the process.
Read on to learn about the 6 steps you’ll need to complete before starting your career in Michigan real estate. To learn about how much it costs to get your real estate license, visit our Michigan Pre-Licensing pricing page.
You must be at least 18 years of age.
You must be of good moral character.
Successfully complete an approved 40 clock-hour Pre-Licensing course. Learn more about your package options here.
After you complete all the course materials, meet the minimum time requirement, and pass the practice exam, there is a course final exam. The minimum passing score is 70%.
After passing your licensing exam, you must become associated with a current and active sponsoring broker. This broker will be a career and education mentor providing you with an inside view into the day-to-day operations of a real estate agent.
Here are some questions to consider when searching for the right broker:
What is their reputation, both locally and nationally?
What kind of real estate agents are they looking for?
Are they technologically advanced and up-to-date with the latest systems?
How do they support their agents with education and training?
What kind of commission structure do they offer?
Do they offer benefits?
Do they provide their agents with leads and marketing material?
Is there room to grow with the brokerage?
To apply for your Michigan real estate license with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), you’ll need to create an MiPLUS account and start an application here. Once the state has authorized your eligibility, you'll receive an email providing you with an exam candidate ID number that is required to register for the exam. License application fees are valid for one year and the following process must be completed within one year from the date fees are paid.
PSI administers the Michigan real estate licensing exam. This 115 question test is comprised of two portions, covering both state and national requirements, which you will have 180 minutes to complete. For more information, see PSI’s website here.
Do you need help passing your Michigan real estate exam? The CE Shop also offers comprehensive Exam Prep tailored to Michigan. If you have any additional questions, visit our Michigan real estate exam frequently asked questions page.
After passing your exam, you will need to provide your Employing Broker information. The selected Employing Broker will need to approve your request before your license will be issued.
