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Consumer Information
Information from Agency
The following resources are provided by the Agency to help consumers with their questions about real estate licensing.
  • FAQs - Presents answers to frequently asked questions in the areas of licensee complaints, earnest money, title, advertising, disclosures, and more.
  • Complaint Process - Explains how to file a complaint about a real estate licensee.
  • Licensee Search - Provides information on licensees:  Name, license number, license status, restrictions, etc.

Other Resources
  • Permits Protect (html) - Provided as a public service of the Building Codes Division, this website provides a central resource for permitting questions on construction or installation projects.
  • Forclosure Resources (html) - A list of resources for consumers in danger of foreclosure.
  • Oregon Landlord Tenant Law (html) - A link to ORS Chapter 90.
  • Radon Gas Information (html) - This web site alerts potential homebuyers to issues concerning radon in dwellings. Radon is a radioactive gas that is odorless, tasteless, and colorless. It is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers.
  • Well Water Owner's Manual (pdf) - The Water Resources Department provides this valuable resource for property owners that use private wells as their water source.
  • Carbon Monoxide Alarm Information (html) - The 2009 Oregon Legislature passed HB 3450, the Lofgren and Zander Memorial Act, requiring the installation of carbon monoxide alarms in specific residential applications with a carbon monoxide source.
  • Oregon Property Buyer Advisory (html) - From the Oregon Association of REALTORS®. Home buyers have different needs when it comes to selecting property.  Learn about common issues that may need investigation before buying a home.

Page updated: September 16, 2011