DC EXAM PREP: DUTIES AND POWERS
OF THE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION
FINAL ACTUAL EXAM 2026 NEWLY
UPDATED STRATEGICALLY ALIGNED
HIGH-DEFINITION EXPLANATIONS TOP-
TIER PERFORMANCE
Overview and Mission
The DC Real Estate Commission is a regulatory body under the Department of
Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP). Its primary mission is to protect
the public by ensuring that real estate professionals—including brokers,
salespersons, and property managers—adhere to strict legal and ethical standards.
A: ✔✔ Purpose: Enforce District laws, regulate professional licensing, and
investigate consumer complaints to maintain the integrity of the real estate market.
Powers and Duties of the Commission
The Commission has broad authority to govern the industry through the following
actions:
A: ✔✔ Key Authorities:
Licensing Standards: Define the requirements for initial licensure, biennial
renewals, and reciprocal licensing for professionals moving from other
jurisdictions.
Rulemaking: Advise the Mayor on the development of rules and regulations
affecting real property and land interests.
Enforcement: Receive, investigate, and adjudicate complaints against
licensees.
Disciplinary Action: Issue reprimands, fines (up to $5,000 per violation),
or order license suspension/revocation.
, Oversight: Monitor the status of all active and inactive licenses and manage
the Real Estate Guaranty and Education Fund.
Professional Conduct: Establish and enforce the Code of Ethics for all real
estate practitioners in the District.
Commission Composition & Membership
The Commission is designed to be a balanced body representing both industry
experts and the general public.
A: ✔✔ Structure:
Total Members: Nine (9) members.
Appointment: All are appointed by the Mayor and must be confirmed by
the DC Council.
Residency: All members must be residents of the District of Columbia
throughout their tenure.
Experience: Professional members must have been actively engaged in their
respective fields for at least five (5) years prior to their appointment.
Number of
Role Requirements
Seats
Licensed Brokers 3 Must hold a valid DC Broker's license.
Must hold a valid DC Salesperson's
Licensed Salespersons 2
license.
Licensed Property Must hold a valid DC Property Manager's
2
Managers license.
Attorney 1 Must be a member of the DC Bar.
Must be an unlicensed resident (no real
Consumer Member 1
estate background).
OF THE REAL ESTATE COMMISSION
FINAL ACTUAL EXAM 2026 NEWLY
UPDATED STRATEGICALLY ALIGNED
HIGH-DEFINITION EXPLANATIONS TOP-
TIER PERFORMANCE
Overview and Mission
The DC Real Estate Commission is a regulatory body under the Department of
Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP). Its primary mission is to protect
the public by ensuring that real estate professionals—including brokers,
salespersons, and property managers—adhere to strict legal and ethical standards.
A: ✔✔ Purpose: Enforce District laws, regulate professional licensing, and
investigate consumer complaints to maintain the integrity of the real estate market.
Powers and Duties of the Commission
The Commission has broad authority to govern the industry through the following
actions:
A: ✔✔ Key Authorities:
Licensing Standards: Define the requirements for initial licensure, biennial
renewals, and reciprocal licensing for professionals moving from other
jurisdictions.
Rulemaking: Advise the Mayor on the development of rules and regulations
affecting real property and land interests.
Enforcement: Receive, investigate, and adjudicate complaints against
licensees.
Disciplinary Action: Issue reprimands, fines (up to $5,000 per violation),
or order license suspension/revocation.
, Oversight: Monitor the status of all active and inactive licenses and manage
the Real Estate Guaranty and Education Fund.
Professional Conduct: Establish and enforce the Code of Ethics for all real
estate practitioners in the District.
Commission Composition & Membership
The Commission is designed to be a balanced body representing both industry
experts and the general public.
A: ✔✔ Structure:
Total Members: Nine (9) members.
Appointment: All are appointed by the Mayor and must be confirmed by
the DC Council.
Residency: All members must be residents of the District of Columbia
throughout their tenure.
Experience: Professional members must have been actively engaged in their
respective fields for at least five (5) years prior to their appointment.
Number of
Role Requirements
Seats
Licensed Brokers 3 Must hold a valid DC Broker's license.
Must hold a valid DC Salesperson's
Licensed Salespersons 2
license.
Licensed Property Must hold a valid DC Property Manager's
2
Managers license.
Attorney 1 Must be a member of the DC Bar.
Must be an unlicensed resident (no real
Consumer Member 1
estate background).
