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# How to Find Your License Number

> Step-by-step guide to finding your New Jersey real estate license number

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Follow along with this video to learn how to find your real estate license number in New Jersey.

## Quick Access

<Card title="NJ License Search" icon="search" href="https://www.state.nj.us/dobi/division_rec/licensing/online_Instructions/licSearch.html">
  Direct link to the state license lookup tool
</Card>

## Step-by-Step Process

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  <Step title="Visit the State Website">
    Go to the [NJ License Search portal](https://www.state.nj.us/dobi/division_rec/licensing/online_Instructions/licSearch.html)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Your Information">
    You can search by:

    * License number (if you know part of it)
    * Last name and first name
    * Business name
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review Results">
    Find your record and note your complete license number
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save for Future Reference">
    Write down or save your license number for future use
  </Step>
</Steps>

## What You'll Need

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  <Tab title="Personal Information">
    * Your legal first and last name
    * Exactly as it appears on your license
    * Middle initial if used during licensing
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Alternative Search Methods">
    If name search doesn't work:

    * Try variations of your name
    * Check if your name has changed since licensing
    * Contact the NJ Real Estate Commission for assistance
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## License Information Details

Once you find your license, you'll see:

* **License Number**: Your unique identifier
* **License Type**: Should show "Salesperson (Referral)"
* **Status**: Should be "Active"
* **Expiration Date**: Your renewal deadline
* **Broker Information**: General Referral, LLC

## Common Issues

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  <Accordion title="Can't Find Your License">
    **Possible Reasons:**

    * License application still pending
    * Name spelled differently than expected
    * License may be inactive or expired

    **Solutions:**

    * Try different name variations
    * Contact NJ REC at (609) 292-7272
    * Check with General Referral support
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Shows Wrong Broker">
    **If your license shows a different broker:**

    * Your previous broker may not have released your license
    * Transfer may still be processing
    * Contact General Referral support for assistance
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Why You Need Your License Number

Your license number is required for:

* Referral agreements and contracts
* State renewal applications
* Professional documentation
* Compliance verification
* Member portal access

## Need Help?

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  <Card title="NJ Real Estate Commission" icon="building">
    * Phone: (609) 292-7272
    * Email: [relic@dobi.nj.gov](mailto:relic@dobi.nj.gov)
  </Card>

  <Card title="General Referral Support" icon="headset" href="https://app.generalreferral.com/dashboard/support">
    Questions about your membership or license status
  </Card>
</CardGroup>