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
- Required
Requirements
REAL ESTATE BROKER license in Wisconsin
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
Complete Education Requirements
No educational requirements
- 2
Submit Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
- 3
Pass the Required Exam
No exam required
- 4
Submit Your Application
File your application with the licensing agency.
- 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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View all states →Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.