Montana Real Estate License Requirements
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Montana Real Estate Salesperson License Requirements
Montana State Required Pre-licensing Hours: 70 hours
Colibri Real Estate Montana Course Hours Offered: 70 hours
1. General Montana Salesperson License Requirements
The general requirements for real estate salespersons defined by the Montana Board of Realty Regulation are as follows:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Must have received credit for completion of two (2) years of full curriculum study at an accredited high school or equivalent.
2. Salesperson License Education Requirements in Montana
Below are credit hours required for the Montana pre-license course to qualify for your salesperson license.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Pre-license Course Hours | 70 hours |
3. Additional Salesperson License Requirements in Montana
If you meet the general requirements and have completed your required course credit hours, you will need to complete the following steps to get your Salesperson license:
- Apply for the Montana Salesperson examination
- Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check
- Successfully pass the Montana Salesperson licensing exam with a score of 70% or higher
- Obtain sponsorship from a licensed Montana broker
- Complete the Montana Real Estate License application
Regulatory Notes:
Obtaining Certificate of Course Completion: Upon completion of the course, Colibri Real Estate will provide you an electronic certificate of completion in your account dashboard. You will need to submit your certificate of completion with your license application. Course completion dates are recorded using Central Standard Time, therefore that will be the time reflected on your certificate.
Montana Board of Realty Regulation
Website: https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/rre
Phone: (406) 444-6880
Address: PO Box 200513 301 S Park, 4th Floor Helena, MT 59620
Montana Real Estate Broker License Requirements
1. General Broker License Requirements in Montana
The general requirements for real estate salespersons defined by the Montana Board of Realty Regulation are as follows:
- Be at least 18 years old
- High school graduation or equivalent
2. Broker License Education Requirements in Montana
Below are credit hours required for the Montana broker license course to qualify for your broker license.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Broker License Course Hours | 60 hours |
| Required Broker License Course Hours | 60 hours |
3. Additional Broker License Requirements in Montana
If you meet the general requirements and have completed your required course credit hours, you will need to complete the following steps to get your broker license:
- Apply for the broker examination
- Submit fingerprints for a criminal background check
- Successfully pass the Montana broker licensing exam with a score of 70% or higher
- Complete the Montana Real Estate License application
Online Limitations
Roster
Governing Agency
Montana Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Requirements
1. General Montana Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Information
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Cycle | 1 Year |
| Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Date | October 31st |
| Course Expiry Date | Course expiration dates vary but are generally 6 months after enrollment date. |
2. Real Estate Salesperson & Broker License Renewal Education Requirements in Montana
Below are credit hours required for the Montana pre-license course to qualify for your Salesperson & Broker license.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Course Hours | 12 hours |
| Mandatory Salesperson & Broker Course Hours | — |
| Elective Salesperson & Broker Course Hours | 12 hours |
Online Limitations
Roster
Governing Agency
Montana Supervising Broker License Renewal License Requirements
1. General Montana Supervising Broker License Renewal Information
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Supervising Broker License Renewal Cycle | 1 Year |
| Supervising Broker License Renewal Date | October 31st each year |
| Course Expiry Date | Course expiration dates vary but are generally 6 months after enrollment date. |
2. Real Estate Supervising Broker License Renewal Education Requirements in Montana
Below are credit hours required for the Montana pre-license course to qualify for your Supervising Broker License.
| Course Type | Required Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Total Course Hours | 12 hours |
| Mandatory Supervising Broker Course Hours | 4 hours |
| Elective Supervising Broker Course Hours | 8 hours |
Certificate: With few exceptions, online course completion certificates are available for download at course conclusion and posted directly to your student dashboard.
Online Limitations
Roster
Governing Agency
Good to Know
The information provided is a summary of the minimum requirements set forth by the Montana Board of Realty Regulation. For a more detailed requirements breakdown, please see the board’s site.
If you hold Real Estate licenses in multiple states, please make sure to check each state’s requirements.
Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It’s ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.