Members of the maryland real estate commission serve terms of how many years?

In 2020, the General Assembly passed legislation to expand Source of Income as a protected class statewide. While many are aware of the implications that Source of Income protections have for property management, it also applies to real estate purchase transactions.

 

The Maryland Real Estate Commission is attempting to better enforce ALL advertising compliance with the law, this includes digital as well so that no advertising is misleading to the public.  Most recently, March 7th, in an effort to clarify this for ALL advertising the Commission finalized the regulation “Relations to the Public,” specifically as it pertains to digital advertising and detailed below with an explanation – also known as the one-click rule (Md. Code Regs. 09.11.02.01).  It also provides additional guidance on team advertising.

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    General Information

    The District of Columbia Real Estate Commission regulates the licenses of professional real estate agents and protects consumers by upholding the District of Columbia real estate license law.

    The Commission consists of nine members appointed by the Mayor. All members must be residents of the District of Columbia throughout their tenure on the Commission. Three members must each hold a Broker’s license; two members must hold a Salesperson’s license; two members must hold a Property Manager’s license; one member must be a licensed attorney; and one member must be a consumer member who does not hold a real estate license. Five members of the Commission constitute a quorum.

    The Commission meets on the second Tuesday each month at 10:00 a.m. at the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection located at 1100 4th Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20024. August is a recess month. Due to the public health emergency, all board meetings are currently being held virtually.

    Board meeting minutes are available at open-dc.gov.

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    Items Needed for Application

    All Applicants

    • One 2”x2” passport-style photo (.jpeg format)
    • Unexpired government-issued ID (e.g., driver’s license)
    • Debit or credit card to pay application, exam, or license fees

     

    Broker

    Endorsement

    • Meet or exceed the District’s 135-hour pre-licensing education requirements in the jurisdictions from which you are applying
    • Two (2) years’ experience as a licensed salesperson. The active license must immediately precede the application date. 
    • Complete 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission (DCREC) approved Fair Housing course and a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission approved 3-hour Property Management course.
    • Passing score on the state (DC) portion of the Broker exam. For additional information on the exam, refer to the “Real Estate License Examination Candidate Information Bulletin” on the DREC website.
    • An applicant for an Independent Broker’s license who has passed the required examination shall submit an application for a license to the Commission with the required fees within six (6) months of passing the examination.
    • Original letter of license certification from your original jurisdiction. The certification letter has to be dated within 90 days and contain the official seal. Pocket cards and license copies are not accepted.

    Examination

    • Two (2) years’ experience as a licensed salesperson. The active license must immediately precede the application date. 
    • Complete 135-hour pre-licensing educations.
    • Passing scores on both the national & state (DC) portions of the Broker exam. For additional information on the exam, refer to the “Real Estate License Examination Candidate Information Bulletin” on the DREC website.
    • An applicant for an Independent Broker’s license who has passed the required examination shall submit an application for a license to the Commission with the required fees within six (6) months of passing the examination.
    • Property Management Continuing Education Certificate

    Reciprocity

    • Two (2) years’ experience as a licensed salesperson. The active license must immediately precede the application date. 
    • Complete a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission (DCREC) approved Fair Housing course and a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission approved 3-hour Property Management course.
    • Passing score on the state (DC) portion of the Broker exam. For additional information on the exam, refer to the “Real Estate License Examination Candidate Information Bulletin” on the DREC website.
    • An applicant for an Independent Broker’s license who has passed the required examination shall submit an application for a license to the Commission with the required fees within six (6) months of passing the examination.
    • Original letter of license certification from your original jurisdiction. The certification letter has to be dated within 90 days and contain the official seal. Pocket cards and license copies are not accepted.

     

    Property Manager

    • Currently, pre-license education is not required for DC property managers. However, if property management pre-license education is desired, visit the DCREC website for approved providers and courses. 
    • Passing scores on both the general and DC portions of the Property Manager exam.  
    • An applicant for a Property Manager’s license who has passed the required examination shall submit an application for a license to the Commission with the required fees within six (6) months of passing the examination
    • Property Management Study Guide

     

    Real Estate Organization

    • Registration as a legal entity, domestic (DC) or foreign (non-District) that conducts business in the District of Columbia (ex. Professional Corporation, LLC, Partnership, etc.)
    • Trade Name Registration, if the entity is operating under a trade name.
    • Submit a current Certificate of Good Standing from the Division Of Corporations and, if applicable, a trade name registration certificate.

     

    Real Estate Salesperson

    Endorsement

    • Meet or exceed the District’s 60-hour pre-licensing education requirements in the jurisdictions from which you are applying.
    • Complete a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission (DCREC) approved Fair Housing course and a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission approved 3-hour Property Management course.
    • All endorsement applicants are required to pass the state (DC) portion of the Salesperson exam with minimum 75 percent passing score. For additional information on the exam, refer to the “Real Estate License Examination Candidate Information Bulletin” on the DREC website. 
    • Original letter of license certification from your licensing jurisdiction. The certification letter has to be dated within 90 days and contain the official seal. Pocket cards and license copies are not accepted.

    Examination

    • Complete 60-hour salesperson pre-licensing education from a DC Real Estate Commission-approved educational provider. 
    • Passing scores on both the national & state (DC) portions of the Salesperson exam. For additional information on the exam, refer to the “Real Estate License Examination Candidate Information Bulletin” on the DREC website.  
    • An applicant for a salesperson’s license who has passed the required examination shall submit an application for a license to the Commission with the required fees within six (6) months of passing the examination. 

    Reciprocity

    • Complete a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission (DCREC) approved Fair Housing course and a 3-hour DC Real Estate Commission approved 3-hour Property Management course. 
    • Passing score on the state (DC) portion of the Salesperson exam. For additional information on the exam, refer to the “Real Estate License Examination Candidate Information Bulletin” on the DREC website. 
    • An applicant for a salesperson’s license who has passed the required examination shall submit an application for a license to the Commission with the required fees within six (6) months of passing the examination.   
    • Original letter of license certification from your original jurisdiction. The certification letter has to be dated within 90 days and contain the official seal. Pocket cards and license copies are not accepted.
    • Property Management Continuing Education Certificate

     

    Examination

    Exams may be scheduled online or by phone.

    To schedule online, visit psiexams.com. New users will need to create an account and register prior to scheduling an exam. Once registered, select “Schedule and examination” and then:

    1. Select Government/State Licensing Agencies
    2. Select District of Columbia exams
    3. Select Account for the type of licensing exam that you are seeking

    Applicants may also schedule by phone at 1-855-557-0616.

    Fees  

    Application – $65.00

    License – 

    Associate Broker – $170.00

    Real Estate Broker – $170.00

    Property Manager – $170.00

     

    Renewal

    Associate Broker – $170.00 (Up to two years)

    Real Estate Broker – $170.00 (Up to two years)

    Property Manager – $170.00 (Up to two years)

    Salesperson – $130.00 (Up to two years)

    Late Renewal – $50.00

    Examination/Re-examination – See Section 3500.3

     

    Reinstated License

    Associate Broker – $210.00

    Real Estate Broker – $210.00

    Property Manager – $210.00

    Salesperson – $130.00

     

    Inactive Status

    Associate Broker – $210.00

    Real Estate Broker – $210.00

    Property Manager – $210.00

    Salesperson – $130.00

     

    Other Services

    Duplicate License – $30.00

    Verification of Records – $30.00

    Transfer/License Exchange/Status change – $30.00

     

    In addition, a fee of $60.00 shall be submitted for the Real Estate Guaranty and Education Fund included in the licensee fees.

     

    Refund Request

     

    Licensee

    Renewal and Renewal Cycle

    Broker, Company, Property Manager
    Expiration Date: February 28; Renewal Year: Odd

    Salesperson
    Expiration Date: August 31; Renewal Year: Odd

    Submit an application for renewal of an occupational or professional license.

    Real Estate Commissions Updates/Requests
    Real Estate Reinstatement/Activation Application

    Real Estate Transfer Request

    Request a Letter of License Certification

     

    Continuing Education

    Real Estate Commission Instructor Evaluation Form

    Approved Providers

    Company

    Website

    Email

    Phone

    Dias Real Estate Academy

    diastraining.net

    (240) 429-9842

    Henderson Professional Development Seminars

    hpdseminars.com

    (301) 434-2204

    Long & Foster Institute of Real Estate

    thelfire.com

    (866) WORKLNF

    Real Estate Institute, Inc.

    realestateinstitute.net

    (410) 819-0100

    Rempower

    rempower.com

    (202) 558-0240

    Team One Properties Real Estate School

    teamoneproperties.com

    (240) 508-0597

    Tristar Academy

    mytristaracademy.com

    (240) 701-6327

    The CE Shop

    theceshop.com

    (888) 827-0777

    The Academy of Real Estate

    myacademyclasses.com

    (888) 786-8173

     

     

    Consumer

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    File a Complaint

    It is unlawful for any person to practice discrimination in the rental or sale of housing accommodations and commercial space in the District of Columbia. If your complaint relates to discrimination or discriminatory practices, you may consider filing a complaint with the District of Columbia Office of Human Rights online or in person. You may also consider filing a consumer complaint with the Office of Human Rights for the District of Columbia.

     

    Fair Housing Law in the District

     

    Calendar

    Meeting Dates  

    • January 11, 2022
    • February 8, 2022
    • March 8, 2022
    • April 12, 2022
    • May 10, 2022
    • June 14, 2022
    • July 12, 2022
    • August 9, 2022 – Recess
    • September 13, 2022
    • October 11, 2022
    • November 8, 2022
    • December 13, 2022

    Contact Us

    Board Members

    Frank Pietranton – Chair, Broker
    Ulani Gulstone – Vice Chair, Attorney Member
    Edward Downs – Broker
    Monique Owens – Property Manager
    Elizabeth Blakeslee – Broker

    Joe Borger – Property Manager

    Ericka Black – Salesperson

    Vacant – Consumer Member


    To apply for a vacancy, please visit the Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments for more information and an application.

     

    Board Staff

    Leon Lewis – Program Coordinator
    Stacey Williams Price – Board Administrator

    Brittney Cheshier – Program Support Specialist
    Kendra Covington – Program Support Specialist

    Kevin Cyrus – Education Coordinator
    Kathy Thomas – Education Liaison

     

    For more information, please contact Occupational and Professional Licensing (OPL) using our online inquiry form, via email at , or by phone at (202) 442-4320.

    What is the term of a Maryland real estate commissioner?

    Five real estate licensees with at least 10 years' experience each, and four non-licensee consumers. Who appoints the members of the Maryland Real Estate Commission? The Governor of Maryland. How long do the MREC members serve? Members serve four-year terms.

    How many members are real estate commission in Maryland?

    The State Real Estate Commission has 17 authorized staff members to support its operations. The executive director manages the staff.

    How many years of active real estate licensure must a person have to qualify as a member of the Georgia real estate Commission?

    Five of the members shall be licensees who shall have been residents of this state and actively engaged in the real estate business for five years.

    How does a person get to serve on the real estate Commission quizlet?

    How does someone serve on the real estate commission? The answer is appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate.