REAL ESTATE & PROFESSIONAL LICENSING
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ABOUT US

The Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing is part of the Ohio Department of Commerce. This division is responsible for licensing Ohio's real estate brokers, salespeople, appraisers and foreign real estate dealers and salespeople. The Division is also responsible for the registration of cemeteries located in Ohio and the registration of real estate developments located in other states but marketed in Ohio.

SUPERINTENDENT

Superintendent
ANNE PETIT
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Anne M. Petit, of Galloway, was named Superintendent of the Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing. Petit had previously served as the Division’s Superintendent from 2002 to 2005. After leaving this position, she was Vice President of Hondros College and served as director of their regulatory and compliance programs. Petit has also served as Director of Constituent Inquiries for Governor Bob Taft and was Administrator for the Secretary of State’s campaign finance division. She also held positions with the former Diamond Savings & Loan in Findlay and Mid-American National Bank in Toledo.
COMMISSIONS

The Ohio Real Estate Commission (OREC) is a five-person commission that reviews hearing examiner reports and settlement agreements each month regarding alleged real estate license law violations and considers licensee appeals on licensure issues. If a licensee is found to have violated licensing law, the Commission can revoke or suspend a license, assess a fine, order additional continuing education, or issue a public reprimand.

The Ohio Cemetery Dispute Resolution Commission (OCDRC) is a nine-person commission that assists in resolving complaints against registered cemeteries by using informal techniques of mediation, conciliation and persuasion. The Commission hears complaints brought by individuals who are experiencing a problem with a cemetery.

Cemetery Dispute Resolution
Commission (OCDRC)

OCDRC Members

Meeting Schedule

Meeting Minutes

Real Estate Commission

Schedule Of 2020 OREC Meetings

Members
BOARDS

The Ohio Real Estate Appraiser Board is a five-person board that oversees the operation of Ohio’s real estate appraiser registration, licensure and certification program. If a registered, licensed or certified appraiser is found to have violated appraiser law, the Board can revoke or suspend a registration, license or certification, assess a fine or order additional continuing education.

Appraiser Board

Schedule Of 2020 OREAB Meetings

OREAB Board Members

Home Inspector Board

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Schedule Of 2020 OHIB meetings

OHIB Members
CEMETERY

The Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing registers Ohio cemeteries operated by a company or person, church, religious society, established fraternal organization, or political subdivision. Family cemeteries or those where no interments have occurred during the previous 25 years are exempt from registration. The Ohio Cemetery Dispute Resolution Commission assists in resolving complaints against registered cemeteries through mediation and conciliation.

Consumer Information

File A Complaint Against A Registered Cemetery

Consumer Brochure For Ohio Cemeteries

Lookup Registration Information

Cemetery Dispute Resolution Commission (OCDRC)

OCDRC Members

Meeting Schedule

Meeting Minutes

Resources For Cemetery Officials

Burial Permit Fee Report

Endowment Care Trust Guide

Endowment Care Trust Annual Fund Report

Endowment Care Trust Fund Affidavit

Merchandise And Services Annual Fund Report

Merchandise And Services Fund Affidavit

Merchandise And Services Trust Guide

Apply To Register A New Cemetery

Personnel Authorized To Sell Internment Rights

Suggested Minimum Maintenance Guidelines

Ohio Cemetery Registration Guide
ENFORCEMENT

The Ohio Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing regulates licensed estate salespersons and brokers. In its role, the Division accepts complaints filed against licensed real estate brokers, real estate salespersons, foreign (outside of Ohio) real estate dealers, foreign real estate salespersons and unlicensed persons acting as real estate brokers and salespersons. The Division cannot provide legal advice or serve as an attorney for any party. Complaints may be sent to the Division using the official form.

Consumer Guides To Agency Relationships

Split & Dual Agency

Dual Agency In All In House Transactions

Exclusive Buyer Agency

Exclusive Seller Agency

Split Agency But No Dual Agency

Consumer Information

File An Appraiser Complaint

File An Agent Complaint

Broker/Agent Resources

Guide For New Brokers/Agents

Fair Housing Poster/Handout

Official Fair Housing Statement

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure

Lead Hazard Pamphlet

Required Agent Forms

Agency Disclosure Statement

Residential Property Disclosure Form

Client Waiver Of Duties Statement
LICENSING

The Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing, helps ensure Ohioans’ investment in their largest asset – their homes – is a sound one. In order to accomplish this, the Division licenses those involved in the home-buying process, including: real estate brokers, salespersons, and companies; real estate appraisers and appraisal management companies; manufactured home dealers, brokers, and salespersons; and home inspectors. The Division also regulates foreign real estate dealers and salespersons who market timeshares and other out-of-state real estate to Ohioans, and land professionals, who negotiate mineral, oil and gas leases. Finally, the Division oversees cemetery registrations and video service (cable) authorizations.
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eLICENSE CENTER

Consumer Services
License Information Lookup This service allows for the online lookup of general information on our licensees.

Broker/Agent Services
Update License Information This service allows licensees to login and update their license information.

Renew Real Estate License This service allows agents, brokers and real estate companies to login and renew their licenses online.

Continuing Education & Education Provider Services
Course Lookup This service allows licensees to lookup real estate continuing education courses that are being offered.

Course Roster Submission This service allows continuing education providers to login and upload their course rosters.
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CABLE

Video Service Providers by County

Complaint Form List of VSA Approved Authorizations
Cable TV Consumer Hotline:
1-877-207-2225
(TTY/TDD: 1-800-750-0750) 8 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday
Email: VSA@com.state.oh.us Fax: 1-614-644-0584

Visit the Video Service Authorization Website
NEWS

Real Estate & Professional Licensing Newsletter

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Get the latest information on upcoming real estate rule changes and requirements to ensure your compliance with local and state laws. Our newsletter is an informative source to refer to for information that will keep agents, brokers and real estate companies current and in the know.Sign up for media releases and future newsletters Visit our newsletter archives

Check the status of a license.
Get quick access to the status of an agent or broker license.
RESOURCES
Welcome to the Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing
Laws & Rules
Ohio Administrative Code (OAC)
- Appraiser Board 1301:11
- Appraisal Management Companies 1301:16
- Brokers and Salespeople 1301:5
- Cemetery Dispute Resolution Commission 1301:13
Ohio Revised Code (ORC)
- Appraisal Management Companies 4768
- Home Inspectors 4764
- Fair Competition in Cable Operations 1332
- Appraisers 4763
- Brokers and Salespeople 4735
- Township Cemeteries 517
- Municipal Cemeteries 759
- Cemetery Associations 1721
- Cemetery Registration 4767
General Information
Cemetery Law Task Force
- The Task Force was abolished by H.B. 471 (131st Gen. Assembly) on Dec. 19, 2016.
- Members
- Meeting Minutes and Testimony
- Final Report & Recommendation
Guidelines
- Real Estate Industry Canon of Ethics
- Cemetery Suggested Maintenance
Education & Testing Services
Real Estate Associations
Helpful Sites
Forms
- Real Estate and Professional Licensing Forms
- FY 2021 Cemetery Grant application instructions
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Phone: 614-466-4100
Fax: 614-644-0584
E-Mail: WebReal@com.state.oh.us

Media Contact
Phone: 614-466-7740
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FY 2021 Cemetery Grant Application

Now accepting applications for the FY 2021 Cemetery Grant Program. Review the instruction package found here.

Warning: Fake Validation Scam Email

Click here to view the warning fake validation email sent to stakeholders.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) License Candidates Guidance

UPDATE: License exam vendor PSI reopens with health and safety requirements in place. Click here for the list of locations and important reopen dates.

Cemetery guidance for protecting against COVID-19 at funerals

Click here to review updated guidance for the deathcare community.

Important Updates for Licensees and Stakeholders

Appraisal Management Companies, please click here. Appraisers and Appraiser Education Providers, please click here. Home Inspectors, please click here.