Wisconsin Real Estate License License Law and Regulations 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How many continuing education (CE) hours must a Wisconsin real estate licensee complete each 2-year renewal period?
- 18 hours (Correct answer)
- 12 hours
- 24 hours
- 30 hours
Correct answer: 18 hours
Wisconsin real estate licensees are required to complete 18 hours of DSPS-approved continuing education during each biennial renewal cycle.
Question 2: Which of the following CE courses is mandatory for all Wisconsin real estate licensees each renewal period?
- Wisconsin Real Estate Law (3-hour mandatory course) (Correct answer)
- Ethics and Fair Housing (6-hour course)
- National Real Estate Principles (9-hour course)
- Property Management Fundamentals (3-hour course)
Correct answer: Wisconsin Real Estate Law (3-hour mandatory course)
Wisconsin requires all licensees to complete the 3-hour mandatory Wisconsin Real Estate Law course as part of their 18-hour CE requirement.
Question 3: Does Wisconsin place a limit on how many CE hours can be completed through online courses?
- No, all 18 hours may be completed online (Correct answer)
- Yes, only 9 hours may be completed online
- Yes, only 6 hours may be completed online
- Yes, only the elective hours may be completed online
Correct answer: No, all 18 hours may be completed online
Wisconsin does not restrict the number of CE hours completed online; all 18 required hours may be taken through DSPS-approved online providers.
Question 4: What happens to a Wisconsin real estate license if the licensee fails to complete CE by the renewal deadline?
- The license lapses and becomes inactive (Correct answer)
- The license remains active but a fine is imposed
- The license is automatically revoked
- The licensee must retake the state exam
Correct answer: The license lapses and becomes inactive
Failing to complete the required CE by the renewal deadline causes the Wisconsin license to lapse, making the licensee unable to practice real estate.
Question 5: Within how many years of lapsing may a Wisconsin real estate license be reinstated without retaking the licensing exam?
- 5 years (Correct answer)
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 10 years
Correct answer: 5 years
Wisconsin allows a lapsed license to be reinstated within 5 years of the lapse date without requiring the licensee to retake the licensing examination.
Question 6: Who approves continuing education providers and courses for Wisconsin real estate license renewal credit?
- Wisconsin DSPS (Correct answer)
- Wisconsin REALTORS® Association
- National Association of REALTORS®
- Real Estate Educators Association (REEA)
Correct answer: Wisconsin DSPS
The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) must approve all CE providers and course content before they qualify for license renewal credit.
Wisconsin Real Estate License License Law and Regulations 2
How many continuing education (CE) hours must a Wisconsin real estate licensee complete each 2-year renewal period?