Real Estate Broker / Maryland
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Maryland Real Estate Broker License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Manages real estate transactions and may employ real estate agents.

What the Maryland data shows for Real Estate Brokers

Becoming a licensed real estate broker in Maryland means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 199 training hours, a passing score on State Real Estate Broker Exam, and 2 years of supervised work experience, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Maryland regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Broker Pre-License Coursework".

Budget $282 to get started, plus $232 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. The license also carries an ongoing 16-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Reciprocal agreements vary significantly by state.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
38/100
Real Estate Broker · Maryland

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training B-
199 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$282
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$116/yr
$232 every 2 years
Continuing Education C+
8.0 hrs/yr
16 hours every 2 years
Experience Required F
2 years
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Maryland

Education / Training Hours
Broker Pre-License Coursework
199 hours
Exam Requirement
State Real Estate Broker Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$282
Renewal Fee
$232
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
16 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
2 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Maryland licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Real Estate Broker in Maryland? ▼
Maryland's requirements cover 199 hours of education or training, the State Real Estate Broker Exam exam, and an initial fee of $282. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Real Estate Broker in Maryland? ▼
Maryland licenses real estate brokers who complete its requirements (199 education hours, 2 years of experience) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Maryland licensing board.
Can I transfer my Real Estate Broker license to Maryland from another state? ▼
Real Estate Broker licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Reciprocal agreements vary significantly by state. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Maryland licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Maryland require a background check for Real Estate Broker licensing? ▼
Yes, Maryland requires a criminal background check as part of the real estate broker licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Real Estate Broker in Maryland? ▼
To stay licensed as a real estate broker in Maryland, plan on 16 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $232.

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What to do with this real estate broker license

Real Estate Broker in Maryland, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a real estate broker-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Maryland's real estate broker requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Real Estate Broker in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state real estate broker license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Maryland's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Maryland overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Maryland licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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