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Kentucky Real Estate Commission (KREC)
How to get a real estate license in Kentucky
The official path to a Kentucky salesperson license in 4 steps, with fees and rules taken from the state regulator.
Take the pre-licensing course
96 hours from a state-approved school.
Or 6 college credit hours
Verified from official source · Oct 16, 2026Pass the state exam
Administered by PSI. Exam fee: $100.
KREC steps sheet: register for the licensing exam through PSI
Verified from official source · Oct 16, 2026Apply for your license
License / application fee: $130. Fingerprint / background: $51.25. Deadline: Pass both portions within 4 months; apply within 60 days of passing
Active license
Verified from official source · Oct 16, 2026After you're licensed
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Other rules
- E&O insurance required
- Yes — active licensees: min. $100,000 per claim / $1M aggregate
- Reciprocity
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