Salesperson applicants will pay a total of $210 to the Commission; this includes the $15 application fee, $70 background fee and $125 license fee. Broker applicants will pay $295 to the Commission; this includes the $50 application fee, $70 background fee and $175 license fee (an additional $100 Open Company may be applicable). The costs for fingerprinting services, pre-license courses, exam fees, brokerage and board/association membership dues vary. The Commission is not involved in the collection of these fees and cannot provide any specifics--contact the service provider for more information.

No. Applicants who are licensed in another state are only required to pass the Kansas State portion of the license exam. You must submit a Salesperson or Broker Prelicense Application online so we can send your exam authorization to Pearson Vue. Once your state exam is authorized, you will be able to schedule on Pearson Vue's website.

There are 80 questions on the national exam, 30 questions on the state salesperson exam and 40 questions on the state broker exam. Review the Content Outline for a list of covered topics.

License exams can be taken in person at Pearson Vue Professional Centers or their third party locations across the country. Find a location near you. You must submit a Salesperson or Broker Prelicense Application on our site so we can send your exam authorization to Pearson Vue. Once your exam is authorized, you must register on Pearson Vue's website to make an exam reservation.

Salesperson and Broker exams each have two parts, the State portion and the General portion. When both portions are scheduled together (whether for the first time or retakes), the total cost is $70. If the state portion and general portion are scheduled separately, the fee is $70 per portion. Exam fees are paid directly to Pearson Vue and are due at the time of reservation. 

Exam scores are valid for 6 months from the pass date. The Commission must receive your application within 6 months of the earliest pass date or you will have to retake the exam. Note: The background report and pre-license courses also have their own validity periods. Submit your documents timely to avoid having to redo requirements, there are no extensions.

Yes, applicants must affiliate with a licensed Kansas broker prior to submitting a license application. You will select the company/branch office you are affiliating with within your online license application then the broker must approve the affiliation. Broker applicants may choose to hold their own license by submitting an Open Company application along with their broker license application.

Contact the state regulatory board to request a Certification of License History. This document is required for all applicants who have ever been licensed in another state.

No, nonresident applicants may apply if they hold an equivalent license in their state of residence. See KSA 58-3040.

Pending applicants can login to the Public Portal to review their processing status; items shown as "In Progress" or "Pending" have either not been submitted or are still being processed. Commission staff will contact an applicant via email to request missing information; if we have not contacted you, no additional information is being requested and your application is being processed in the order received. Most licenses are issued within 7-10 business days of receipt of a complete application unless additional review is required.

No, the Commission does not issue work permits or temp licenses. Most licenses are issued within 2-3 business days of receipt of a complete application.

You and your supervising broker will receive an approval email upon issuance of your license; the email includes your license details and pocket card. You may begin practicing as soon as you receive the email.

Prints can be done at most law enforcement offices. LiveScan printing is available at law enforcement agencies in Kansas and Pearson Vue Professional Centers in Topeka, Overland Park and Wichita. View our Fingerprinting page for more information.

LiveScan prints are transmitted electronically. Mail paper print cards to our office. LiveScan and paper prints will not be processed until the Commission receives a Salesperson or Broker Pre-Licensure application, which must be submitted online.

No, background checks are non-transferrable. You must submit a new set of fingerprints each time you apply for a KS Real Estate license, even if you are already a salesperson and are applying for a broker license.

The background check can take up to 10 business days. The background report is valid for 6 months from the report date so you must complete all pre-license requirements before it expires or you will be required to submit new prints and pay the $70 background fee again.

Yes. The charge must be disclosed on your application. If your application is approved, you will be required to report the final disposition of the case and proof of completion of the sentence within 10 days.

Yes. All pending felonies and felony convictions must be disclosed on your application. A license may not be granted to an applicant with a felony conviction until five years after completion of the sentence/court commitment. An applicant with a felony conviction for an offense comparable to any crime which would require the applicant to register as provided in the Kansas offender registration act may not be granted a license until fifteen years after completion of the sentence/court commitment. Review KSA 58-3043 for more information.

Yes. Failure to disclose criminal offenses can result in denial of your application.

No, convictions which have been expunged or pardoned by court order do not need to be disclosed. Consult with an attorney to find out if this applies to you.

You must attach a letter of explanation regarding the factual circumstances of the charge/conviction and the outcome of the case (if applicable). Additional documents may be requested by the Commission, including but not limited to the Criminal Offense form.

Contact the court clerk in the jurisdiction you were charged/convicted in. If the records no longer exist, you must provide a written statement from the court clerk to that effect.

Login to the Public Portal, click "UPDATE RECORD" next to your license record then select Name or Contact Info Change and click "CONTINUE". K.A.R. 86-3-15(a) requires changes to be reported within 10 days.

Yes, but the Commission also requires you have a physical address on file.

Pocket cards are sent via email anytime your name/contact info changes and when your license is renewed or reactivated. If you need a new card, email us to request one. 

Use the License Search to find the record, click on the license number then select "PRINT LICENSE HISTORY". Certifications are publicly available and can be printed for any licensee at any time. 

Yes, but any permanent location where one or more licensees regularly conduct real estate business or a location that is held out to be an office must be set up as a primary or branch office with the Commission.

There is no 'referral status' per Commission standards. You can move your license to a referral company but the license will still be active.

The Commission does not require licensees join a board or association. The Commission is not affiliated with any boards or associations.

Yes. Login to the Public Portal, click "UPDATE RECORD" next to your license record then select Remove Affiliation and click "CONTINUE". Follow the instructions to remove all of your company affiliations. This will result in immediate deactivation of your license. Remember to update your email address.

Licensees cannot conduct any activities requiring a license while on inactive status.

Your license can remain inactive indefinitely as long as you continue to renew. If you do not renew your inactive license, it will expire. If you renew without CE while inactive or remain inactive for 2 or more years, certain CE requirements must be met prior to reactivation. After your license is inactive for 5 years, you must retake the license exam and complete additional CE. Contact KREC to find out what your specific requirements are.

Login to the Public Portal, click "UPDATE RECORD" next to your license record then select Reactivate License and click "CONTINUE". Follow the instructions to change your status. The request will be held until the company approves it; the system will complete the change within 2-3 minutes of approval unless your license is restricted or conditioned. NOTE: If you need CE hours to reactivate, you will not be permitted to submit the reactivation until the required hours have been completed.

Login to the Public Portal, click "UPDATE RECORD" next to your license record then select Move License and click "CONTINUE". Follow the instructions to move your license to a new company. Once submitted, the request will be held until the new company approves it. The system will complete the change within 5 minutes of approval unless your license is restricted. The Broker Acknowledgement Letter is required for restricted licensees to change companies. Remember to update your email address.

Login to the Public Portal, click "UPDATE RECORD" next to your license record then select Add Affiliation and click "CONTINUE". Follow the instructions to add a new company/branch while maintaining your existing affiliations. Once submitted, the request will be held until the new company approves it. Note: A salesperson can only affiliate with multiple offices if they have the same supervising broker. A broker can be affiliated with multiple offices but written authorization from the supervising broker of each office is required.

Login to the Public Portal, click "UPDATE RECORD" next to your license record then select Remove Affiliation and click "CONTINUE". Follow the instructions to remove a company affiliation. Removing all of your affiliations will result in immediate deactivation of your license. If you wish to move your license from one company to another, select Move License OR Add Affiliation instead of Remove Affiliation to do so. Remember to update your email address.

Login at https://aca-prod.accela.com/KANSAS. If you have not logged in before, do not create a new account. To reset your password or view username, click the Forgot Password link. You’ll receive an email with username and instructions to reset your password within five (5) minutes. Please check all email accounts, including spam folders. The email will come from elp@ks.gov. If you are not receiving the email, it is because a different email address is on file with KREC. Email krec@ks.gov to update the email on file only after trying the options above first.

12 hours of CE are required to renew to active status, including a 3 hour Kansas Required Core. CE is not required to renew to inactive status but hours must be made up prior to reactivation.

Login to the Public Portal, select the MY RECORDS tab then click "RENEW LICENSE" next to your license record or submit Renewal Application form REL-200.

Your renewal is due by your license expiration date. Check your pocket card for the date or look your record up using Licensee Search. The Commission sends courtesy renewal reminder emails 45 days prior to expiration--be sure to update your email address.

A license must be renewed within 6 months of expiration. If it not renewed, the license will be forfeited and you must reapply. Licenses listed Expired Renewable are still eligible for renewal; licenses listed as Expired cannot be renewed or reactivated.

No, Code of Ethics is an elective. The core class is called Kansas Required Core. If you belong to a REALTOR^® association, Code of Ethics is required to maintain your membership with them. This is separate from the Commission (KREC). If you do complete a Code of Ethics course, it may count as elective credit toward your license renewal with the Commission. Check with your REALTOR® association to ensure they will accept the Code of Ethics course approved by the Commission.

If you take a dual credit course through a Kansas approved provider, it will count for Kansas. If the course was not dual credit or the school is not an approved Kansas provider, you must login to the Public Portal and complete an Education Individual Request for CE form online to have the course reviewed by our Education staff; if approved, elective credit will be applied to your record. Courses must meet Kansas requirements for continuing education.

Your CE must be complete by your expiration date but you can complete the hours any time during your 2 year renewal cycle. To avoid processing delays and late fees, we strongly recommend completing your CE at least 7 days prior to expiration.

Search for your record, select your license then click the "CONTINUING EDUCATION" tab to view your CE; hours for past renewals are not displayed. You can also view your CE by logging into the Public Portal.

View of list of approved CE providers and their course offerings. You may take CE through any of the schools on this list. Make sure you register for courses using the name and license number we have on file.

Schools must report CE within 5 days of completion OR by the expiration date, whichever is soonest. If that time has passed, email your certificates to KREC. You can still submit an online renewal if you hours have not yet been reported--our system will complete the renewal once the CE is on file.

Yes, inactive licenses must be renewed to avoid expiration and a late fee. The fee is $125 for salesperson and $175 for brokers.

The salesperson renewal fee is $125, the broker renewal fee is $175. A $100 late fee is applicable for late renewal (submitting your renewal by your expiration date but failing to meet the CE requirements until after the date will result in a late fee).

In addition to completing CE, you must also submit a renewal application and payment. Login to the Public Portal, select MY RECORDS then click "RENEW LICENSE" next to your license record.

You will receive a renewal confirmation email with an updated pocket card within 48 hours of submission. If you do not receive confirmation, your renewal might be on hold. Contact KREC for more information.

No, Code of Ethics is an elective. The core class is called KANSAS REQUIRED CORE. if you belong to a REALTOR^® association it is required to maintain your membership with them. This is separate from the Commission (KREC). If you do complete a Code of Ethics course, it may count as elective credit toward your license renewal with the Commission. Check with your REALTOR® association to ensure they will accept the Code of Ethics course approved by the Commission.

Salespersons and Brokers must complete at least three mandatory hours in the approved course titled: "Kansas Required Core." The Kansas Required Core is a specific course that must be approved in Kansas and follow the topical outline approved by KREC. A course titled “core” in other states does not count for mandatory credit in Kansas.

A directory of approved providers and courses is located at our Continuing Education page.

Possibly. Login to the Public Portal and complete an Education Individual Request for CE form online to request approval for up to nine elective credit hours for real estate-related courses that are not currently approved by KREC. Do not submit this form for courses listed in the Directory of Approved CE Providers and Courses. All courses must meet Kansas requirements for continuing education. You must submit the form, course outline, course completion certificate, and fee. Distance courses require additional documentation, including proof of a passing score of 90% or better on an exam for synchonous (webinar) online delivery. 

Save the course completion certificates for your records; you do not need to send them to the Commission unless requested by the Commission. Your education provider will submit CE and Prelicense credit for approved courses directly to the Commission. Education providers have up to five calendar days (or by your expiration date, whichever is sooner) to submit credit on your behalf. If you do not see credit applied to your account after those five days, contact your education provider.

Verify your name and license or applicant number are correct using the License Search and always register for courses with the same name and license or applicant number that is on file with KREC. You do not need to login to view this information. 

For pre-license classes, students should register using the PL number assigned by KREC. This is a temporary pre-license number beginning with PL and consisting of 7-10 characters. The student will provide this number to the school upon registration for a pre-license course. Once the applicant receives a license, the PL number is no longer needed. 

For CE classes, students should register using the licensee’s 8-digit license number assigned by KREC.

If this information does not match, it may cause delays in credit being applied. It is also the responsibility of the school to confirm and accurately convey licensee and applicant names and numbers back to KREC.

Licensees can view completed CE hours for the current renewal cycle using the Licensee Search as well. CE hours for past renewal cycles are not displayed. If you do not see credit applied to your account, contact your education provider.

Check your license expiration date by conducting a search on the License Search page. You do not need to login to view this information.

Effective January 1, 2019, the Commission transitioned to a license expiration date calculation in which the license expiration date for new licensees is the first day of the month two years after the date of issuance. For those with licenses issued prior to January 1, 2019, the expiration date is the first day of the month following the previous expiration date. The expiration date will only change if the license type is changed or the license lapses and application for a new license must be made. A change of last name no longer impacts the license expiration date, so no prorated fees or refunds are necessary.

Search for your record, select your license then click the "CONTINUING EDUCATION" tab to view your CE; hours for past renewals are not displayed. You can also view your CE by logging into the Public Portal. Education providers have up to five calendar days (or by license expiration date, whichever is sooner) to submit credit to KREC. If you do not see credit applied to your account after those five days, contact your education provider.

A licensee may receive a maximum of three elective hours of credit during any renewal period for attending a Commission meeting approved by the Commission. The meeting must be advertised prior as eligible for CE credit and attendance must be in-person for at least three consecutive hours of the meeting.

You may complete your CE at any time during your current two-year renewal cycle. However, to avoid late fees and frustration, do not wait until the last minute to complete your CE.

If the new agent is applying for a license, they will select your company to affiliate with as part of their online license application. When the application is submitted, you receive an email instructing you to login to review their applicant and approve the request. An existing licensee must login to the Public Portal to submit a request to affiliate with your company.

No, we do not generate or send wall licenses. Pocket cards are sent to licensees via email and do not contain any affiliation information. Brokers are not required to display licenses in the office.

Supervising brokers receive an email when a licensees affiliation with their company ends, whether due to an affiliation change or deactivation. The email does not indicate whether the licensee moved or change their status; use License Search to check.

No. There is no provision in the license law for the responsible broker to delay the request for any reason. The broker's signature is not required to remove a company affiliation.

Yes. Login to Public Portal, click MY RECORDS then select UPDATE RECORD next to the office the licensee is affiliated with. Select Manage Affiliated Licenses on the menu. Follow the instructions to deactivate the licensee(s). You and the licensee will receive email confirmation when the change is complete. Note: if the deactivation is the result of a termination or violation, also submit REL-730, Termination/Violation Reporting form.

Search for your company record to view your roster; licensee expiration dates are listed. You can also download a report of all licensees affiliated with a specific office OR all licensees under the supervision of a specific broker by going to the Public Portal and selecting "REPORTS" in the top right corner.

Use the License Search to look up the licensee's record. Click on their license number then select the "CONTINUING EDUCATION" tab. 

Company or Branch Office contact information can only be changed by the responsible broker of the specific office. The broker must login to their Public Portal account, select MY RECORDS then click "UPDATE RECORD" next to the company or branch office record. Select the CONTACT INFO CHANGE option then click "CONTINUE". Alternatively, you may submit REC-400, Company Name/Contact Info Change form to change company information.

To change your company name or trade name, login to your Public Portal account, select MY RECORDS then click "UPDATE RECORD" next to the company record. Select Company Name or Trade Name Change then click "CONTINUE". Alternatively, you may submit REC-400 Company Name/Contact Info Change form.

The Commission may deny your request if a real estate company with the same name or similar already exists in your proposed company's marketing area. Note: Branch office names cannot be changed; trade names cannot be added to branch offices.

Login to the Public Portal, select MY RECORDS then click "UPDATE RECORD" next to the company or branch office record. Select CLOSE COMPANY or CLOSE BRANCH OFFICE then click "CONTINUE". Alternatively, you may submit REC-440, Close Company form. Additional action may be required depending on company affiliation changes.

Closing an office will result in deactivation of any affiliated licensees whose licenses are not associated with another company.

Login to the Public Portal, select MY RECORDS then click "UPDATE RECORD" next to the Company or Branch record. Select SUPERVISING BROKER CHANGE and click "CONTINUE". on the menu. Follow the instructions to select a new supervising broker. Once submitted, the request will be held until the new broker logs into their account and approves it. Alternatively, submit the REC-450, Change Supervising Broker form.

If there are any restricted licensees on the roster, the new broker must submit the Broker Acknowledgement Letter for each of them.

No, The Commission does not license companies. Individuals are licensed to do business under a company name, which is approved by the Commission.

Search for business or a licensee using Licensee Search. If your search does not produce any results, try entering the business name in the "DBA/Trade Name" field instead.

Since the Commission does not license companies, there is no company renewal. The company will remain open as long as the responsible brokers license is valid and in good standing.

This is a unique 10 character identification number assigned by the Commission. You can find a company number by using the Record Search.

Submit REC-430 Open Company form; the fee is $100. Additional forms may be required depending on company affiliation changes. If opening a branch office, the signature of the main office supervising broker is required. Note: The request may be denied if a real estate company with a similar or same name already exists in your marketing area. Search for existing companies.

Yes, but the Commission also requires you have a physical address on file.

A broker may establish with the Commission a primary or branch office in their home where the broker and affiliated licensees may conduct real estate activities.

Kansas resident brokers may have a company in Kansas or in an adjoining state. Nonresident brokers may have a company address in Kansas or their state of residence.

Yes, a licensed Kansas broker can be the supervising broker for more than one office.

No. All branch offices must have the same name and trade name as the primary office.

You may be required to register according to the Secretary of State's rules and regulations. Visit the Secretary of State's website.

Licensees must include the supervising broker's business or trade name in all advertising. The supervising broker's business or trade name must be prominently and conspicuously displayed in comparison to the licensee's or team's name. See K.S.A. 58-3086.

Yes, only if conducted under the supervision of the supervising or branch broker. See K.S.A. 58-3086(b)(A).

Yes, but only if authorized to do so by the supervising or branch broker. See K.S.A. 58-3086(d)(1).

Yes, if advertisement has been authorized by the supervising or branch broker and is not confusing to the public and cannot be construed as a supervising or branch broker's business or trade name. See K.S.A. 58-3086(d)(2)-(4).

Yes. See K.S.A. 58-3086(f).

No, you are not required to have a sign outside the location of your business.

Yes, but the licensee must advertise in a manner that clearly informs the public that a real estate licensee owns or has an interest in the advertised property. See K.S.A. 58-3086(e).

Every licensee involved in a transaction is responsible for accurately disclosing brokerage relationships in the purchase contract or lot reservation agreement. If the brokerage relationship is incorrect, the error may be corrected in a counter-offer or amendment to the contract.

If the broker is the only licensee, designated agency is not an option. The broker may act as a seller's agent or a buyer's agent (not in the same transaction); as a landlord's agent or a tenant's agent (not in the same transaction); or as a transaction broker.

No. The salesperson or associate broker should not have any communication concerning this information with the client. The supervising broker should contact the listing clients and customers concerning any cancellation of the agreement or a re-assignment of a different listing agent. A licensee may communicate with the parties that were previously clients or customers when a brokerage relationship has ended.

When a licensee enters a brokerage relationship with a client or customer, the licensee is doing so on behalf of the supervising or branch broker. The broker owns those agreements. If the broker chooses to release his or her clients or customers from their written brokerage relationship agreement (i.e. agency agreement or transaction broker agreement), the broker should be communicating with the client or customer directly. If the salesperson or associate broker communicates with a client or customer and after that communication the client or customer asks the broker to be released from their written agreement, disciplinary action may be taken against the salesperson or associate broker.

Brokers must maintain all records relating to the broker’s real estate business. Each transaction file, whether pending, closed or cancelled, should contain the following record (if applicable):

• Agency agreement with seller
• Agency agreement with buyer
• Transaction broker addendum
• Transaction brokerage agreement
• Offers, counteroffers
• Contract
• Lot reservation agreement
• Commercial lease
• Option
• Receipt for purchase agreement and earnest money
• Closing statements
• Authorization to disburse earnest money on transaction which did not close
• Any other record generated in connection with the transaction

Kansas law requires the supervising broker to keep records for three years. A broker may want to check with their accountant and attorney to see if retaining the records for a longer period is recommended.

The purpose of a compliance review is to determine whether funds received by licensees in real estate transactions are handled properly and whether transactions comply with Kansas law. Staff track funds to be sure they are properly deposited, no unauthorized or early disbursements are made, and funds are not commingled or converted for personal use.

Brokers with a valid email address on file with the Commission will initially be contacted by email. Brokers without a valid email address will be contact by U.S. Mail.

Yes. This is the Commission's preferred method.

No. Staff do not assess fines and are not able to provide that information. Once the compliance review is complete, the file is sent to the Commission’s office. The broker will receive the official results from the Commission.

If there are no violations, staff will notify the broker by email upon completion of the compliance review. If there are violations, staff will discuss the violations with the broker and submit the file to the Commission’s office for review.

The broker will have an opportunity to request a hearing on the official results of the compliance review if any disciplinary action is imposed. Information for requesting a hearing are included in all disciplinary orders.

No. A referral fee can only be paid if the referral is provided by a Kansas real estate licensee or a person holding a real estate license in another state.

Yes, provided the unlicensed assistant is being paid for activity that does not require a real estate license.

A salesperson or associate broker may accept a commission or compensation from a licensee who employs them if:

1. both the employing licensee and the licensed assistant are licensed under the supervision of the same broker, and
2. the supervising broker agrees in writing that the licensee may pay the personal assistant.

Yes, but only when dealing with commercial property and under a written broker cooperation agreement with a Kansas broker. See K.S.A. 58-3077 for all requirements.

No. This matter is outside the jurisdiction and authority of the Commission; seek legal advice.

An escrow or trust account is a separate bank account set up by the broker to hold all down payments, earnest money deposits, advance listing fees or other trust funds received in a real estate transaction.

No. A supervising broker, with Commission approval, may choose to use a third party to hold trust funds.

The forms to open a company or change a supervising broker include a place to indicate if a trust account will not be maintained. If a new company is not being opened or the broker is not changing, submit a written request to the Compliance department at kreccompliance@ks.gov.

Submit REC-500, Trust Account form. A trust account form is included in the Open Company form and the Change Supervising Broker form.

A report on closing trust account form is included in the Close Company form and the Change Supervising Broker form. If the company is not closing or the broker is not changing, submit REC-500, Trust Account form.

At an insured bank or saving and loan association, a credit union which is insured with an insurer or guarantee corporation in Kansas, or, with the approval of the Commission, in an adjoining state.

Yes, the broker may keep the interest accrued on money held in the trust account with written consent of all parties to the transaction.

Kansas law requires trust funds to be deposited within five business days of the execution of the sales contract or a specific date otherwise agreed to by the parties in the contract.

The broker may keep up to $100.00 in additional funds in the trust account to pay expenses for the use and maintenance of the trust account.

A complete record of all monies received or escrowed on real estate transactions must be maintained, including:

• deposit slips showing transaction number, date of deposit, amount and where deposited.
• monthly trust account bank statement, canceled checks and deposit slips
• a check register which shows the chronological sequence in which funds are received and disbursed
• for funds received: date of deposit, transaction number, amount
• for funds disbursed: date, transaction number, payee, amount
• the current balance
• a ledger for each transaction including:
• names of principals
• property address
• transaction number
• amount
• date of each deposit
• check number
• date of check
• payee
• amount of each disbursement
• the current balance
• a ledger for broker's funds, if applicable

Pursuant to K.S.A. 58-3050(d)(1), the Commission has the authority to impose a civil fine on a licensee for any violation of the real estate laws and regulations. The fines are due in full within 30 days of the Order’s effective date. If you cannot pay your fine in full, please contact kreclegal@ks.gov. Reference the Docket Number from the order when you contact us.

You may contact the Commission to pay your fine by phone, submit the Payment Authorization Form to kreclegal@ks.gov or you may mail a cashier’s check or money order to:

Kansas Real Estate Commission
Jayhawk Tower
700 SW Jackson Street, Suite 404
Topeka, KS 66603-3785

Provide the Docket Number when you call or note it on the payment authorization form, cashier’s check or money order.

You will receive a notice acknowledging your request along with a prehearing questionnaire. This allows you to provide additional information including the reason for your request and evidence you wish to present to support your dispute. You will receive a separate Notice of Hearing which provides the date and time of your hearing. Hearings may be held at the Kansas Real Estate Commission office, unless otherwise noted.

You may represent yourself or you can elect to retain legal counsel at your own expense. The Commission will not provide legal counsel for you. Hearings are conducted in accordance with the Kansas Administrative Procedures Act.

You will be notified of the outcome via US Mail or email (if you have consented to electronic service) within 90 days of your hearing.

The Commission is prohibited from providing legal advice, guidance and interpretation of the statutes and regulations for licensees and the public. Seek the assistance of a licensed attorney.

If you feel there has been a violation of the real estate laws and regulations, you may file a complaint.

Pursuant to K.A.R. 86-3-15, the following must be reported to the Commission within ten (10) days of the occurrence:

• Any settlement from litigation related to real estate filed against you or the brokerage owned in whole or in part by you, or any final court judgment filed against you, or the brokerage owned in whole or in part by you. You will need to provide a copy of the Settlement Agreement or the final court Judgment and submit the Litigation/Disciplinary Action Reporting form.
• Any pending charge(s), arrest, indictment, guilty plea, or nolo contendere to, or conviction of any misdemeanor or felony. You can find the classification of your charge on the ticket or court document(s) provided to you. Charges classified as infractions do not need to be reported. You will need to submit the Criminal Offense form.
• Any change in your name, residence address, and email on file with the Commission.
• Any denial of a salesperson or broker application received from another state.
• Any suspension, revocation, or disciplinary action taken by another state against your salesperson or broker license.
• Any denial, suspension, revocation, voluntary surrender, or other disciplinary action taken by the state of Kansas or any other state against a professional or occupational license or certificate held by you.

The Commission may issue a Summary Proceeding Order in the following situations:

1. When a licensee repeatedly violates the same statute or regulation, or when the Commission deems the violation egregious.
2. When a violation is identified during the review of an original or renewal license application.
3. When the Commission decides that a license should be restricted, conditioned, or denied.

An Order may also be issued if an applicant or licensee lacks sufficient transactional experience or fails to demonstrate honesty, trustworthiness, integrity, and competence. The Order will include details about the violation, the disciplinary action imposed, the reason for any denial, restriction, or condition, and will specify the terms.

Review the order for information on contesting the findings. Instructions on how to request a hearing are outlined under the Right to Request Relief. Hearings must be requested prior to the order becoming effective. Failure to comply with an Order is a violation of K.S.A. 58-3050(a)(5) and may result in additional disciplinary action. Additional disciplinary action may include suspending or revoking your Kansas real estate license.

The restriction/condition placed on a license is indefinite unless the Order specifically notes a timeframe for the restriction/condition. (example: "restricted for a period of 2 years...", "conditioned until completion of...", etc.)

Yes, please review the Summary Proceeding Order for instructions on requesting a lift/removal.

A warning letter may be issued when a first-time or minor violation occurs. Warning letters are to inform you of the violation to ensure it does not occur again. The violation will be noted in the licensee's record but no response is required. Subsequent violations of the same nature will result in formal disciplinary action.

A Commission Directive is a formal notice of a statutory/regulatory requirement a licensee must comply with. The directive alerts licensees of reporting requirements for any criminal offense and/or notifies licensees of violations found as the result of a compliance review or complaint investigation. Commission Directives should be reviewed for instruction as a response or additional documents must be submitted to the Commission. Failure to comply with a Directive is a violation of K.S.A. 58-3050(a)(5) and may result in additional disciplinary action.

Directives are sent when:

• A violation is found during a complaint investigation or a compliance review and a corrective action plan is required. The directive will detail the violation and require the licensee to submit a written corrective action plan indicating what steps will be taken to ensure the violation does not reoccur.
• A licensee has an unresolved misdemeanor or felony arrest, charge or conviction and is required to comply with reporting requirements, including submission of court documents.

Yes. Failure to comply with a Directive is a violation of K.S.A. 58-3050(a)(5) and may result in additional disciplinary action. You may choose to surrender or forfeit your license if you do not wish to comply with the requirements. However, doing so will prevent you from engaging in any activities that require a real estate license in Kansas. Once your license is surrendered or forfeited, you will need to reapply to obtain a new one.

Send requests to surrender/forfeit your license to kreclegal@ks.gov.