Wisconsin Broker License Information
Three Steps to Receiving Your License
Wisconsin real estate licenses for brokers are issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS). Steps for receiving your license are:
- Complete required real estate broker education.
- Pass the broker licensing exam.
- Submit application to the DSPS, including proof of completed education or credentials.
Eligibiliy for a Wisconsin Broker License
In addition to the steps listed above to receive your broker license, you must currently be licensed as a Wisconsin real estate salesperson, including having completed the education requirements and passed the Wisconsin salesperson exam.
You must satisfy one of the following requirements before taking the broker licensing exam:
- Show proof of successful completion of required, DSPS-approved educational instruction.
- Show proof of 20 semester-hour credits in real estate or real estate-related law courses at an accredited institution of higher education (Note: Applicants are advised to submit transcripts to the DSPS for approval of credit courses prior to applying for examination.)
- Show proof of being licensed to practice law in Wisconsin.
During each two-year licensing period, the DSPS requires all broker licensees to complete continuing education courses to renew your license.
See the Out-of-State Licensees section if you're interested in obtaining a Wisconsin broker license and do not live in the state.