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REAL ESTATE BROKER License in Wisconsin

Quick Answer

Wisconsin defines a real estate broker as someone who negotiates real estate transactions for compensation. Contact the Department of Safety and Professional Services for specific licensing requirements and fees.

Background Check
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Requirements

REAL ESTATE BROKER license in Wisconsin

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Education
No educational requirements
Exam
No exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval

Licensing Agency

WI Department of Safety and Professional Services~Division of Professional Credential Processing

REAL ESTATE BROKER Salary in Wisconsin

Entry Level

$58,790

Median

$63,690

Experienced

$232,690

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed REAL ESTATE BROKER in Wisconsin.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    No exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

REAL ESTATE BROKER Licensing in Wisconsin: What to Know

Wisconsin's COS entry provides the legal definition of a broker. A broker negotiates sales, exchanges, purchases, or rentals for another for compensation. Also includes: selling a pattern of real estate (5 sales/year or 10 in 5 years is presumptive), and buying/selling business opportunities. COS structured indicators show no education, exam, experience, or CE — likely reflects missing data. The Department of Safety and Professional Services oversees licensing.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.