Real Estate Agent Permit Requirements in Denver, CO

Complete permit and license guide for starting a real estate agent in Denver, Denver County, Colorado.

$750 -- $1900 4–14 weeks to obtain license and begin practice 4 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: .

Denver / Denver County Requirements

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City of Denver — No Additional Local License Required for Agents

Real estate broker associates in Denver are licensed at the state level through the Colorado Division of Real Estate. No additional Denver city-specific license is required for individual broker associates.

No additional fee for individual agentsN/A
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Colorado State Requirements

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Colorado Division of Real Estate — Broker Associate License

Colorado's real estate license is called a Broker Associate license (not salesperson). Applicants must complete 168 hours of pre-licensing education, pass the Colorado Real Estate Broker Exam (administered by PSI), and apply to the Colorado Division of Real Estate. Must work under a licensed employing broker.

$44.95 (exam fee) + $200 (license fee) + $500–$900 (pre-licensing education)4–12 weeks
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Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance

Most real estate brokerages require agents to carry Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance, which protects against claims of negligent acts or omissions in real estate transactions. Some states mandate it; most brokerages require it. Coverage typically starts at $100,000 per occurrence.

$300–$800/year1–5 business days
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Federal Requirements

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EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Required if you operate as an LLC, corporation, or have employees. Free from the IRS. Even sole proprietors may benefit from obtaining an EIN to keep business and personal finances separate.

FreeImmediate (online application)
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