Mission Statement Vision Statement Commission Structure Commission Meetings Responsibilities

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Mission Statement

To protect the public interest, which embraces both the interests of the regulated real estate licensees and the interests of consumers who use their services and products.

The Kansas Real Estate Commission will act in accordance with the highest standards of ethics, accountability, efficiency and openness.

We affirm that safeguarding the public interest in the selling, purchasing and leasing of real estate and developing responsive policies and procedures which are feasible and not unduly burdensome to regulated real estate licensees is a public and private trust. We approach our activities with a deep sense of purpose and responsibility. The public and regulated licensees can be assured of a balanced and sensible approach to regulation.

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Vision Statement

To adopt a customer-oriented consciousness within the Kansas Real Estate Commission that will ensure continuous improvement in the quality of service provided and fulfillment of the agency mission.

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The KREC Commission Structure

The Commission consists of five members appointed by the Governor: one from each of the four congressional districts and one member at large.

The law provides that at least three members shall have been real estate brokers for five years and at least one member shall have never engaged in business as a real estate broker and shall not be so engaged while serving on the Commission. This combination of industry and public members results in a well rounded, functioning unit.

Each member is appointed for a four-year term. Term expiration dates are staggered, resulting in one appointment each year for three years and two appointments in the fourth year. This ensures some continuity within the Commission.

The Commission appoints a director who is responsible for employing and directing the agency staff and implementing policies set by the Commission.

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Commission Meetings

The Commission normally meets on the second Thursday of each month, beginning at 9 a.m., in the Commission office conference room, Three Townsite Plaza, Suite 200, 120 SE Sixth Ave, Topeka. However, if you plan to attend a meeting, please check with the office (785) 296-3411 to be sure the date or location has not been changed.

At a typical meeting, the Commission reviews applications for licensure, complaint reports, course submissions, financial reports, and determines policy. Administrative hearings are conducted during regular Commission meetings. Legislative proposals, regulation amendments, and budget submissions are considered at appropriate times throughout the year.

Meetings of the Commission are open to the public.

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Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the Kansas Real Estate Commission is to protect the public interest in the real estate marketplace through the regulation of real estate brokers and salespersons. These responsibilities are carried out through a variety of efforts, which can be divided into three main categories:

Licensing

• Brokers
• Salespersons
• Nonresidents
• Equivalent Requirements

Education

• Broker applicants
• Salesperson applicants
• Continuing education for brokers and salespersons

Enforcement of Law

• Examinations of real estate offices
• Complaint investigations
• Disciplinary actions

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The Commission Members

Tim Holt is Chair. He was appointed April 26, 2005. He is an industry member from Kingman, the 4th congressional district. His term expires April 30, 2009.

Bill Perry is Vice-Chair. He was appointed April 26, 2005. His appointment was from the state at large. He is an industry member from Prairie Village. His term expires April 30, 2009.

Theron L. Sims serves as the public member and was appointed in May 2004. He is from Topeka, the 2nd congressional district. His term expires April 30, 2008.

Marilyn Bittenbender was appointed May 15, 2006. She is an industry member from Lawrence, the 3rd congressional district. Her term expires April 30, 2010.

Roger A. Staab was appointed August 25, 2003. He is an industry member from Hays, the 1st congressional district. He is serving a 2nd term which expires April 30, 2011.

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Executive Director

Sherry C. Diel - Executive Director
Sherry began with the agency in March, 2001.  She oversees the day to day affairs of the agency and serves as the liason to the Commission.

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KREC Staff

Wendy Alkire - Special Investigator - Enforcement - (785) 296-7891
Wendy investigates complaints and determines whether they fall within the Commission's jurisdiction. She also answers real estate practice inquiries. She was hired in 2007.

Brooke Daniels - Administrative Assistant - New Licensing- (785) 296-2424
Brooke processes license applications and trust account forms. She joined our staff in 2006.

Sandra Lindsay - Administrative Specialist - Renewals- (785) 296-3412
Sandra enters education and processes renewal applications. She also prepares minutes of the monthly Commission meetings. She was hired in 2002.

John Palo - Real Estate Specialist/Auditor - (785) 296-3411
John examines real estate company records in eastern Kansas. He has served in this position since 2004.

David Pierce - Special Investigator - Enforcement
David investigates complaints and determines whether they fall within the Commission's jurisdiction. He has been on staff since 1986.

Janet Pierce - Senior Administrative Assistant - Accounting - (785) 296-6862
Janet keeps track of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and answers the phone. She has been with our office since 2004.

Norma Rolfe - Senior Administrative Assistant - Licensing - (785) 296-3413
Norma processes license transfers, inactive requests, company changes, and name changes. She was hired in 1996.

Paul Smeltzer - Real Estate Specialist/Auditor - (785) 296-3411
Paul examines real estate company records in southern Kansas. He has served in this position since 1995.

Kelly White - Public Service Administrator - Licensing and Education - (785) 296-2099
Kelly oversees licensing and education functions. She has been with the agency since 1984.

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Address and Directions

Kansas Real Estate Commission
Three Townsite Plaza, Ste. 200
120 SE 6th Ave.
Topeka, KS 66603-3511

phone: (785) 296-3411
fax: (785) 296-1771

The easiest way to find our office is to park in the Townsite Plaza parking garage. The garage has two parking levels. Look for the building 3 elevator (red door) on either the first or lower parking level. Take the elevator to the second floor. Our office will be on your right as you the exit the elevator. The garage entrance is on 6th, about halfway between Kansas and Quincy. You may also enter the garage from 5th.

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From turnpike (coming to Topeka from the south): Take the first Topeka exit (South Topeka exit). Take the Topeka Blvd. exit immediately on your left. Go north on Topeka Blvd. to 6th, then turn east on 6th. Go 4 and 1/2 blocks and enter garage on the north side of the street

From I-70 (coming to Topeka from the east): Take the 8th Street exit. Heading north on Madison to 6th, turn west on 6th. Go 2 and 1/2 blocks and enter garage on the north side of the street

From I-70 (coming to Topeka from the west): Take the 3rd street exit south on Monroe to 6th. Turn west on 6th and go 1 and 1/2 blocks. Enter garage on the north side of the street

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Job Postings

none at this time

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