Frequently Asked Questions

How am I billed for my renewals by SRG?

All billing is emailed to each SRG agent. Please be sure to maintain accurate contact information, especially your email address with SRG so not miss out on any important messages or billing.

How are the brokerage activities of a referral agent restricted?

A referral agent is limited to referring prospective consumers of real estate brokerage services to their employing broker or broker-of-record.  Click here for more detailed information on the restrictions on the brokerage activity of referral agents.

Can a referral agent make referrals DIRECTLY to other brokers and or companies?

No, a licensed referral agent is only permitted to refer prospects to the broker through whom they are licensed FOR PLACEMENT WITH OTHER BROKERS OR COMPANIES, and is only permitted to accept compensation from his or her employing broker or broker-of-record.

What is the fee to change your license type to referral agent?

If your salesperson or broker-salesperson license is presently in active status with a broker, the fee to change your salesperson or broker-salesperson license to a referral agent is $50. If your license is presently in inactive status during the current license term, the fee to change your license type is $50, and the fee to transfer to a broker is $25.

Will a referral agent be required to complete continuing education?

No, referral agents are not currently required to complete continuing education. However, upon changing your license type back to active status as a salesperson, broker or broker salesperson, you will be required to complete them based on the length of time you have been a referral agent.

How do I contact the New Jersey Real Estate Commission?

US Mail:
NJDOBI License Services, Real Estate
PO Box 474
Trenton, NJ 08625-0474

Phone: 609-292-7272
Licensing Questions: E-mail: relic@dobi.nj.gov
Continuing Education Questions: E-mail: realestate@dobi.nj.gov