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Your Guide to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

Your Resource Hub as a Real Estate Salesperson or Broker in Michigan

We know how challenging it can be to navigate complex departmental and commission websites, so we’ve created this guide to help real estate professionals in Michigan access documents and get their departmental-related questions answered. Whether you’re looking for an application or need to know how to contact the Department, this guide has you covered.


Basic Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) information

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Ottawa Building 611 W. Ottawa P.O. Box 30004
Lansing, MI 48909



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Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM



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For any licensing-related questions, reach out to the Bureau of Professional Licensing division via email at BPLHelp@michigan.gov.



You can also call the Board at 517-241-0199. They’re available by phone Monday – Friday, from 8 AM –5PM.

Files, Applications & Important Documents

We’ve compiled a list of some of the most common forms and resources you’ll need to get licensed and maintain your license in Michigan. If you can’t find what you’re looking for below, check out the Michigan Board of Real Estate. A few documents can only be found inside the Department’s real estate portal, where licensees apply for licensing and manage their accounts.

Form Title

Form Description

TMiPLUS Portal Login

Make sure to create your MiPLUS account. This account portal will be where you submit your licensing applications, renew your license, file complaints, and submit your CE credits.

Michigan Real Estate Associate Broker Licensing Guide

Read the guide to becoming a real estate associate broker.

Michigan Real Estate Broker Company & Branch Licensing Guide

Read the guide to starting a real estate broker company.

Michigan Individual Broker Licensing Guide

If you want to become an individual broker, read this guide.

Military Information

If you or a family member is in the military, read about the military discounts the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs offers.

How to Apply For a Broker License

Here’s how to apply for your brokers’ license.

How to Apply For an Individual Brokers’ License

Read this simple guide on how to apply for an individual brokers’ license.

How to Apply For a NP Associate Broker License

Find out how to apply for your NP Associate Broker license here.

How to Apply For a Real Estate Salesperson License

Here’s how to apply for your real estate salesperson license.

How to Apply For a Re-licensure in MiPLUS

Here’s how to apply for re-licensure in MiPLUS.

How to Apply For an Individual Brokers’ License in MiPLUS

Read about the process for applying for your individual broker’s license in MiPLUS.

How to Request a License Verification

Read about how you can request your real estate license verification.

How to Transfer a Real Estate License

This is a tutorial on how to transfer your real estate license in MiPLUS.

How to Renew a License

Renewing your license is easy with this step-by-step guide.

Verification of Experience For a Brokers’ License

This form is used to verify your experience for a brokers’ license.

Pre-Licensing Attendance Verification Form

The Pre-Licensing Attendance Verification Form is used to verify that you completed a real estate pre-licensing course.

Real Estate License Approval Application for Florida Residents

Use this form to verify your real estate license in Michigan, if you are a Florida resident.

FAQs: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs

What are the continuing education requirements for real estate salespersons, associate brokers, and brokers in Michigan?

The Michigan Board of Real Estate requires that real estate salespersons complete 18 hours of continuing education each renewal cycle. It includes 2 hours of legal updates which must be taken during each year of renewal cycle.

If you’re ready to get started on your Continuing Education, sign up for 18 hours of continuing education today.

 What are the continuing education requirements for real estate associate brokers and brokers in Michigan?

If you are an associate broker or broker in Michigan, you must complete 18 hours of continuing education requirements every renewal cycle.

Your courses must involve subjects relevant to the management, operation, and practice of real estate, or any other subject that contributes to the professional competence of a licensee.

At least 2 of those hours of CE must be completed in each license cycle year that involve law, rules, and court cases regarding real estate. The renewal application fee is $108.00. It’s important to note that a $20.00 late fee applies for those who renew during the 60-day late renewal period following the expiration date of the license.

If you’re ready to get started on your broker Continuing Education, sign up for 18 hours of continuing education today.

 Can I renew my license without submitting my CE credits?

No. To renew a real estate salesperson or broker license, you must have completed a minimum of 18 clock hours of continuing education during the previous three-year license cycle.

 What are the steps to become a real estate agent in Michigan?

Here is a quick breakdown of becoming a real estate salesperson in Michigan:

  • Complete Your Pre-Licensing Education. Becoming a real estate Salesperson in Michigan starts with 40 hours of education. This serves as the learning core before you can take the state exam.

  • Select a Sponsoring Broker. To get licensed, you must first be associated with a current and active Michigan sponsoring broker. It's important to find the right broker for you.

  • Start the Application. To apply for your Michigan real estate license with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), click here.

  • Take and Pass the Michigan Real Estate Exam. PSI administers the Michigan real estate licensing exam. For more information, see the PSI candidate exam information here.

For a more comprehensive explanation of the licensing steps, take a look at our guide on how to become a real estate agent in Michigan. If you’re ready to start your Pre-Licensing education today, you can sign up for one of our approved online packages. Consider exploring our Free Trial for the Michigan Real Estate Agent Pre-Licensing course. We proudly boast one of the highest pass rates in Michigan!

 How do I report a change in my personal information to the LARA?

You can submit a name and/or address change by visiting www.michigan.gov/miplus and selecting “Modification” next to your license number in your MIPLUS account, followed by Real Estate Name Change. You will be required to upload proof of your legal name. Acceptable proof includes a copy of your drivers' license or identification card, certified marriage certificate, divorce decree or court order.

 How do I reinstate my license?

In order to reinstate your Michigan real estate salesperson's license, you must pay the required application processing fee, the late renewal fee, and the per-year license fee.

Then, you must complete one of the following:

  1. Complete the required continuing education credits (6-18 credits in total); or,

  2. Complete the 40-hour Michigan pre-license course; or,

  3. Retake and pass the Michigan state licensing exam.

If you do not reinstate your license within three years of your license expiration date, you must retake the 40-hour Michigan pre-license course, retake and pass the state licensing exam, and submit a new license application.

 Will my criminal history prevent me from getting a real estate license in Michigan?

In Michigan, you can apply for a real estate license even with a felony conviction. Your application goes to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), which will determine if your conviction should disqualify you from being an agent.

In general, if your felony has anything to do with the type of work you’d be doing as a real estate agent, they’ll deny you. A conviction for fraud, for example, could mean a no from LARA.

 Does the state of Michigan offer real estate reciprocity?

Michigan has no reciprocity agreements and will require you to follow the typical steps for licensure in their state.

State Requirements For the State of Michigan

Michigan State Requirement Details for Real Estate Salesperson Pre-Licensing Education

Hours Required by the State: 40 hours

Licensing Exam: The licensing exam is administered by PSI. Registration for the state licensing exam is an entirely separate process from proctoring for your course final exam. For instructions to register for your state licensing exam and further information, please click here.

Provider Approval Number: 8605000063

The CE Shop’s Offering: 40 hours

Reporting: The state requires course completions to be reported to the state. We will report your course to the state upon completion.

Expiration Date of Course: The CE Shop’s Pre-Licensing courses expire six months after the date of purchase. Each student will be granted a one-month extension at no charge, to be applied immediately after the initial six-month term. For any reactivation or extension of the course after the seventh month, The CE Shop will charge the student 20% of the current retail price of the course for each 30-day extension or partial 30-day extension in the event that the course finally terminates before the end of the final 30-day extension. Students may also elect to re-enroll for 50% of the current retail price of the course, if the course has hit the year expiration or the student is at the 7 month mark and wants to repurchase and restart the course and enrollment. Extensions or reactivations cannot be granted beyond 12 months from the purchase of the course since, in all events, the course terminates 12 months after purchase.

Certificates: Immediately upon course completions, The CE Shop will provide students with an electronic copy of the course certificate of completion. Certificates will remain in your account for a minimum of five years, should you need additional copies at a later time. Please refer to your application to determine if you need to submit your certificate(s) of completion. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time. Please note that the date on your certificate of completion will reflect this.

Final Exam: Final exams must be passed with a minimum of 70% and may be taken as many times as necessary to pass.

Seat Time: It is required that all students spend a minimum amount of seat time engaged in the course content. Our online course delivery system manages this requirement for you.

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Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons

Street Address: 611 W. Ottawa, Lansing MI 48933

Mailing Address: PO Box 30004, Lansing MI 48909

Telephone: 517.241.0199

Fax: 517.241.9416

CE Marketplace

Street Address: 720 N. Washington Ave., Lansing, MI 48906

Telephone: 844.642.6633

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