Center for Real Estate Education
Real Estate Questions:
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How do I contact the Maine Real Estate Commission?
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What is the process for starting a career in real estate?
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Can I take the Pre-Licensing Sales Agent course at home?

How many hours do I need to renew my license?
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My license has expired.  How do I renew it?
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My license is inactive.  How do I activate it?
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Why aren't the specific locations of courses listed?
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I hold an out-of-state real estate license.  How do I get my Maine license? 
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Is the Center for Real Estate Education looking for instructors?
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I'm still confused and/or I still have questions.  What can I do next?

How do I contact the Maine Real Estate Commission?

Their phone number is (207) 624-8515.  Their fax number is (207) 624-8637.   You can send them email at susan.a.greenlaw@maine.gov   Their mailing address is: Maine Real Estate Commission, 35 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333.  You can also visit their website at:  http://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/real_estate/index.htm

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What is the process for starting a career in real estate sales?

The first step is to become a Sales Agent.  "The Sales Agent license is an entry-level license that allows individuals to acquire on-the-job training and experience while they complete the requirements for an Associate Broker license.   Sales Agents may perform all brokerage services specifically authorized by the designated broker of the agency with which the Sales Agent is affiliated."*

To obtain a Sales Agent license, you must complete (with a minimum grade of 75%) a 55-hour qualifying education Sales Agent Course. You must also pass the state Promissor Sales Agent examination within one year of course completion. Within one year of passing the state exam, you must affiliate with a licensed real estate agency.  The Sales Agent license is a two-year license. It is not renewable.  Within those two-years, you must upgrade your license to an Associate Broker by passing The Associate Broker Course.

Licensing requirements changed. If you received a sales agent license prior to July 1, 2006, and did not take a state exam (under the old rules) you must pass the state Sales Agent Examination in order to receive your Associate Broker's license.

The Maine Real Estate Commission has been posting Frequently Asked Questions on their website during the transition period.

*excerpt from the State of Maine Real Estate Candidate Handbook.

Click Here for information on our "Qualifying Education Sales Agent Course."

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Can I take the Pre-Licensing Sales Agent course at home?

No.This course is not available as a home study course or internet course at this time.

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How many hours do I need to renew my real estate license?

Currently Associate Brokers, Brokers and Designated Brokers are required to complete 21 hours of continuing education every two-years.  As part of the 21 hours, you are also required to take the Core Course.   We offer seminars during the fall and winter/spring semesters, and offer home study courses year round.  For a complete listing, click here. 

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My license has expired.  How do I renew it?

An individual who has allowed a Broker or Associate Broker license to expire for more than ninety (90) days may reinstate the license by passing the Maine Law Exam.   Upon passing the exam, you will qualify for the same type of license previously held.  Click here for more information.

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My license is inactive.  How do I activate it?

If your license has been inactive for less than 2 years, then you need to take 21 hours of continuing education to activate it.   Inactive for more than 2 years, but less than 4; 28 clock hours are required. Inactive for more than 4 years, but less than 6; 36 clock hours are required. You also have the option of passing the Maine Law exam instead of taking the courses.

If your license has been inactive for more than 6 years, you must pass the Maine Law Exam. For more information, contact the Maine Real Estate Commission.

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Why aren't the specific locations of the courses listed?

We don't include class locations because locations change.  Also, we need to know how many people want to attend.   If we post locations, we will have walk-ins that we're not expecting and therefore we may not have enough chairs, handouts, etc.   Locations and directions are mailed to students upon registration.

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I hold an out-of-state real estate license.   How do I get my Maine real estate license?

A non-resident, or a Maine resident, who holds an active license in good standing in another state may qualify for a similar license in Maine by passing the Maine Law Exam.  Click here for more information.

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Is the Center for Real Estate Education looking for new instructors?

Yes.  We are always looking for new instructors and course ideas.   If you are interested in teaching a qualifying education class or a continuing education course, please send us your resume along with a description of your course idea and we'll be glad to review it.

Our mailing address is:  Center for Real Estate Education, 68 High St., Portland ME  04101.

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I'm still confused and/or I still have questions.  What can I do next?

Our Center staff is available to answer your questions by calling (207) 228-8400 or 800-800-4876.  You can also email us at cree@usm.maine.edu

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