Who regulates real estate licenses in New Jersey?

Real estate licensing in New Jersey is overseen by the New Jersey Real Estate Commission (NJREC). This agency issues licenses, sets education requirements, and handles renewals and complaints.

How do I contact the NJREC?

Phone: (973) 504-6370. Address: 124 Halsey Street, 6th Floor, Newark, NJ 07101. Website: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/rec.

What license types does New Jersey issue?

New Jersey issues the following real estate license types: Salesperson, Broker. Each has its own education and experience requirements — confirm the current rules with the commission.

State Regulator

New Jersey Real Estate Commission

Who regulates your license in New Jersey, how to reach them, and where to verify official requirements. This is a free resource — not a course page.

About the New Jersey Real Estate Commission

Your New Jersey real estate license is issued and regulated by the New Jersey Real Estate Commission (NJREC). This agency sets the education and exam requirements, processes applications and renewals, maintains the public license lookup, and enforces the rules that protect consumers. Click2CE is an education provider — for any official action (applying, renewing, filing a complaint, or verifying a license) you work directly with the NJREC.

Regulator: New Jersey Real Estate Commission (NJREC)

Address: 124 Halsey Street, 6th Floor, Newark, NJ 07101

Phone: (973) 504-6370

Website: www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/rec

License Types in New Jersey

Salesperson
Broker

Exam retake policy: You may retake the exam after waiting 24 hours.

Official Resources & Portals

Links to the official NJREC systems for applying, renewing, verifying a license, and scheduling your exam. Where a direct link is not yet listed, use the NJREC website and verify the current process with the commission.

NJREC Official WebsiteApplications, rules, and announcements Licensing application portalApply for a new real estate license License renewal portalRenew an existing license Candidate handbookExam content outline, rules, and scheduling info Forms & applicationsOfficial downloadable forms Approved schools listState-approved education providers License lookupVerify a license holder State exam schedulingAdministered by PSI

Fingerprinting & background check

A fingerprint-based background check is required for licensure in New Jersey. Processed through Fingerprint-based criminal-history background check through IdentoGO (~$66.05); results sent directly to NJREC. Confirm the current process and fees with the NJREC.

Fingerprinting details

All New Jersey forms & official links New Jersey education hub

Requirements are summarized for general guidance and can change without notice. Always confirm the current rules, hours, fees, and deadlines directly with your state real estate commission before enrolling or renewing.

Verify directly with the state real estate commission before relying on this.

Last reviewed: June 25, 2026