Important Changes for Real Estate Licensees
Two changes to Ohio license law will go into effect Nov. 1, 2019 affecting both real estate licensees and those seeking a license
.
Fee Increases
Licensees will see a minor increase in certain fees, including license renewal fees. The amendments were contained in the State’s biennial budget bill, H.B. 166.
These updated fees can be
accessed here.
For licensees with
renewals due Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, 2019,
the following options are available:
If renewing
by mail
:
You may remit the
CURRENT
fee (Salesperson $135/Broker $180) with your renewal if you postmark your renewal by October 31. Renewals post-marked on or after November 1 will need to include the new fee (Salesperson $182/Broker $243).
If renewing
online
:
Due to system limitations, the eLicense Center will require licensees to pay the
NEW
fee (Salesperson $182/Broker $243), regardless of when the renewal is submitted. If you submit your online renewal by October 31, a credit will be made to your
file
for the difference between the
“
new
”
fee and the
“old”
fee.
Background Checks for New Applicants
Additionally,
criminal history checks will be required for all applicants for a new real estate license, including sales licensees seeking a broker license and reciprocity applicants, starting Nov. 1. Instructions for submitting fingerprints for a new license will be posted on the Division's website in the coming weeks.
As always, licensees may call 614-466-4100 or
email
the Division with any questions.
