Licensing & Continuing Education Resources
LICENSE RENEWALS & CE HOURS
It is your responsibility to maintain your active license, association and MLS status, and to pay your dues. You must know your license expiration date, license renewal requirements, and keep your license active.
Check with your state’s Dept. of Licensing / Real Estate Commission to see how many Continuing Education (CE) hours you need and when your license expires. Some states require fingerprints and background checks periodically, for example, Washington requires this every 6 years, Utah requires fingerprints for every renewal.
We at Kelly Right Real Estate cannot assist you with looking up how many hours you have or need to do, the status of your license renewal or fingerprints, and we cannot renew the license for you. You must contact your state for this.
Click the Links below:
You must know when your license expires and be proactive at renewing your license.
It is your responsibility to find out from the state if you need fingerprints, background check, how to renew your license, what their fees are, how to sign up for CE classes, report CE hours, how to log into your state account and etc.
Continuing Education Programs
We have a few CE program options below that offer discounts to Kelly Right agents. You are not required to use these CE vendors if you prefer to use a different company.
Many local MLS’, Associations and title companies offer real estate agents educational courses for CE hours that can apply towards renewing your real estate license. It is always a good idea to look to your local resources for more training opportunities.
Each state’s continuing education requirements are different. Visit the NAR link below for state references, or scroll down the page for each state’s renewal information and requirements.
Mbition
CE Courses – Partner Code: KRRE
*Codes go in the “Partner” section, NOT the “Promo” section.
Visit your state’s link below for your courses. The Kelly Right discount is applied when using these links. Only available in some states.
Geewhiz
Continuing education resource for license renewals that agents can complete quickly with no timers.
*We do not have a discount for this program, however they offer discounts on their website frequently. These are not for first time license renewals, and best for experienced agents.
Visit your state’s link for courses, only available in some states.
Rockwell
Offers Kelly Right agents discounted rates. Click on the link below to get your discount.
Rockwell Support: 1-800-221-9347
Only available in Washington.
Official Licensing and Renewal Information by State
Check with your state’s Dept. of Licensing / Real Estate Commission to see how many Continuing Education (CE) hours you need and when your license expires. Some states require fingerprints and background checks periodically, for example, Washington requires this every 6 years, Utah requires fingerprints for every renewal.
We have provided additional policies and disclosures in the state sections as well. Be sure to review your state’s policies as they can vary from state to state.
We at Kelly Right Real Estate cannot assist you with looking up how many hours you have or need to do or the status of your license renewal or fingerprints, as those are tracked by the state and we do not have that information.
We cannot renew the license for you. You must renew through your state and if you need assistance with their website, you must contact their support for help.
Click the links below to review Kelly Right Real Estate’s license numbers, addresses, broker contact information, MLS’ by state, required disclosures by state and more.
Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC)
Licensing Instructions: www.arec.alabama.gov/arec/pages/professionals/licensing/renew_license.aspx
Contact: 334-242-5544 arec@arec.alabama.gov
General Licensing Information from the AREC:
- Use eCheck, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover for online payments.
- Credit card statement description will show Online Services transaction as “State of Alabama.”
- License renewal postcard notices will be mailed mid-July 2024.
- Renewal deadline without penalty is August 31, 2024.
- All licenses, except temporary salesperson and temporary broker licenses, expire at midnight on September 30, 2024.
- Temporary brokers may renew their salesperson license.
- Both active and inactive licenses must be renewed to remain current.
- Licenses not renewed by September 30, will be placed on inactive status on October 1, 2024.
- Remember to check your CE credit to ensure accuracy.
- CE 15 hours credit (3 hours Commission-approved Risk Management course and 12 hours Commission approved courses) must be submitted-if remaining active.
- Forgot your license number? Search here to find your license number.
>Alabama Required Forms
Alabama Buyer’s Acknowledgment Statement: Alabama agents will need to use this form in your transactions.
REQUIRED Alabama RECAD Form:
- The Real Estate Consumers Agency and Disclosure Act (RECAD) REQUIRES the RECAD (The Real Estate Brokerage Services Disclosure form) to be provided by the brokerage to the agents. The use of this form is mandatory for ALL transactions.
- The RECAD Office Policy Form must be signed and returned to Kelly Right. This is required per the AREC that we retain your signed form for our records.
- You MUST upload the signed RECAD form to Paperless Pipeline for each of your transactions.
- There is also a Consumer Information Booklet that is optional to use that provides more details than the standard RECAD form. The link we have for the Consumer booklet also has the RECAD form at the end with the signature page on the last page.
- If you do not want to use the optional Consumer booklet for your clients, then you MUST use the single page RECAD form, also provided below.
- Read about this on the AREC here.
California Department of Licensing (CDRE)
Licensing Instructions: www.dre.ca.gov/licensees/renewlicense.html
Contact: 877-373-4542
Real Estate Specific Department Contact Information: www.dre.ca.gov/ContactDRE.html
Additional Contact Information by Location: www.dre.ca.gov/Contact.html
California Privacy Policy: www.kellyright.com/california-privacy-policy
Colorado Division of Real Estate (CDRE)
Licensing Renewal: https://apps.colorado.gov/dre/licensing
Contact: 303-894-2166 / 303-894-2185
Email: dora_realestate_website@state.co.us
*You must log in to the state’s licensing portal to see full licensing renewal instructions. There are instructions here on RealEstateU: however, you will need to verify their accuracy with the state:
www.realestateu.com/how-do-i-renew-my-colorado-real-estate-license
Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR)
Licensing Instructions: www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/real-estate-commission
Fingerprinting: www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/fingerprinting
Contact: 850-487-1395
Contact Form: www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/contact-us
Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC)
Licensing Instructions: www.grec.state.ga.us/licensed-professionals/renewing-a-license/real-estate
Contact: 404-656-3916 grecmail@grec.state.ga.us
Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC)
Licensing Instructions: www.irec.idaho.gov/licensing
How to get Licensed: www.irec.idaho.gov/education/ilr
Education Requirements: www.irec.idaho.gov/education
Idaho’s CE Requirements for Renewals: www.irec.idaho.gov/education/continuing-education
IREC Contact: 208-334-3285 / IREC-licensing@dopl.idaho.gov
How to find out if a course counts for CE credit:
Use the Education Lookup to search for certified courses, or contact the Commission for assistance. Some Professional Designation courses are also accepted for CE credit. These classes are listed as “certified” in the IREC database.
Find a scheduled CE course:
Visit the Education Lookup and select “Find a Class” – then enter search criteria and “Search”. Click on individual courses to find more information about the course provider, cost, location, etc.
Using non-Idaho CE for Idaho license renewal:
IREC accepts many (but not all) courses taken in other jurisdictions, and some courses offered for other professions. Submit a Licensee Request for CE Credit Form (REE-153) located on the Forms page of the website at least 60 days prior to your Idaho license renewal date. Courses must fit within Rule 402 and must relate to real estate brokerage practice. Online courses must be ARELLO certified.
Applying for an Idaho license if licensed in another state:
Idaho has no reciprocal or other license agreements with any jurisdiction. However, Idaho waives the national portion of the licensing exam, pre-license education, and broker experience requirements (if applicable) if you are licensed on active status in another state.
You may obtain the same type of license in Idaho (salesperson or broker) as you hold in your primary state of licensure, unless your primary state is a “single licensure” state (everyone holds a broker license). If you are licensed in a “single licensure” state, you must hold a Principal or Designated Broker license to qualify for an Idaho broker license. See instructions here.
Montana Board of Realty Regulation
The renewal period for all licensees begins on September 2. The expiration date for all licensees is October 31st of each year. License renewals can also be completed online through your eBiz account.
License Application Instructions: www.boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/realty-regulation/license-information/real-estate-salesperson
Licensing Renewal Instructions: www.boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/realty-regulation/license-information/renewal-process
Continuing Education Requirements: www.boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/realty-regulation/continuing-education
Board of Realty Regulation: www.boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/realty-regulation
Contact: 406-444-6880 dlibsdhelp@mt.gov
North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC)
All North Carolina real estate licenses expire on June 30th of each year. To maintain a current license, you must pay the license renewal between May 15th and June 30th.
MLS Compliance Note: If you are a member of multiple MLS’ in NC, you are required to list your listing on all MLS’ you are a member of. You must update both MLS’ of any listing changes within one business day of the agreement, and you must cross reference the other MLS’ in your listings. Failure to do so will result in fines from the MLS.
- Licensing Information: www.ncrec.gov
- Instructions: www.ncrec.gov/Licensing/Reinstatement
- Contact: 919-875-3700
- Licensing and Website Support FAQ’s: www.ncrec.gov/Support/Support
- Working with Sellers: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fC_FqCIjlc
- Working with Buyers: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgu6kccUWPw
- Forms: www.ncrec.gov/Resources/Forms
- Video Library of Instructions and Guides: www.ncrec.gov/Resources/VideoLibrary
Oklahoma Commission of Real Estate (OREC)
Licensing Information: www.oklahoma.gov/orec.html
Renew Instructions through License Portal: www.orec.us.thentiacloud.net/webs/orec
Contact: 405-521-3387 help@orec.ok.gov
Oklahoma Contracts and Forms: www.oklahoma.gov/orec/contract-forms-and-related-addenda.html
Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA)
Licensing Instructions: www.oregon.gov/rea/licensing/Pages/Renew_License.aspx
Contact: 503-378-4170 orea.info@rea.oregon.gov
Oregon Forms: Most MLS’ in Oregon have dropped their state forms platform. You will have to join the OREF (Oregon Real Estate Forms) Software platform for forms and pay for it separately. Information here: www.orefonline.com
Manufactured Structures Dealer License: A realtor can sell a manufactured or mobile home on real property. A realtor cannot sell a mobile or manufactured home that is not on real property in Oregon, unless the realtor has a Manufactured Structures Dealer license as required in the state of Oregon.
Instructions to obtain a Manufactured Structures Dealer License: www.apps.oregon.gov/SOS/LicenseDirectory/LicenseDetail/1194
Utah Division of Real Estate (RELMS)
It is strongly recommended to renew your license early. Utah requires fingerprints for every renewal.
It takes approximately a month (sometimes longer) for the state to process renewals, so start the process early. Their renewal timelines are very strict so you must review them. Recommended window to complete your hours, do your fingerprints and apply for your renewal is 45 days prior to your license expiration date.
Online License Management System (RLMS) Login: www.secure.utah.gov/account/log-in.html
Licensing Information: www.realestate.utah.gov/real-estate
License Renewals: www.realestate.utah.gov/real-estate/renew/sales-agent-and-broker
Contact: 801-530-6749 realestate@utah.gov
Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)
Texas Real Estate Commission: www.trec.texas.gov
Become Licensed: www.trec.texas.gov/become-licensed/sales-agent
Renew License* Process has been updated, see below: www.trec.texas.gov/renew-license/real-estate-sales-agent
Contact: 512-936-3000 information@trec.texas.gov
Online Contact Form: www.trec.texas.gov/agency-information/contact-us
Texas Contracts and Addenda: www.trec.texas.gov/agency-information/contracts
Texas Real Estate Rules and Laws: www.trec.texas.gov/rules-and-laws
SEE BELOW FOR: Marketing Compliance and Required Disclosures
Important Changes to Renewals, Effective October 1, 2023:
If your license expires on active status, your license will be set to inactive status as of your expiration date. If you late renew (within 6 months of your expiration date), your license will be renewed on inactive status. While your license is on inactive status, you may not perform any activities for which a real estate license is required.
To return to Active status, you must complete all required CE and submit the sponsorship request using our online
services.
Renew Your License Online: Go to www.trec.texas.gov enter your User ID and Password at the top of the page and click login or click “Register
Here.”
Check the status of your CE by entering your name or license number in the License Holder Search on the TREC
website. Click on “View Renewal Education Information” for details regarding how many hours are required and how
many have been credited towards your renewal.
Continuing Education (CE) Information: The following education is required to renew your license on active status. Education is not required for inactive status.
-18 hours of CE
-8 hours of TREC Legal Update I & II
-3 hours of Contract-Related coursework
-7 hours of elective CE
Complete the 6-hour Broker Responsibility course as part of your 18 hours of CE if you have been made a
supervisor by your broker.
You must pay a $200 CE Deferral Fee or renew on inactive status If TREC records do not reflect completion of CE requirements at the time you submit your renewal application.
Payment of the CE Deferral Fee before the expiration date allows you to remain active for an additional 60 days from your expiration date to complete CE requirements.
You must provide all information requested by TREC in connection with your license renewal. Failure to do so may result in administrative penalties and suspension or revocation of your license.
MARKETING & ADVERTISING COMPLIANCE FAQ’S:
REQUIRED TEXAS DISCLOSURES:
- TREC (IABS) Information About Brokerage Services: www.kelly-right.b-cdn/uplo ads/2023/02/TREC-NO.-IABS-1-0-INFORMATION-ABOUT-BROKERAGE-SERVICES-Kelly-Right-Real-Estate.pdf
- TREC Consumer Protection Notice: www.kelly-right.b-cdn.net/uploads/2023/02/Texas-TREC-Consumer-Protection-Notice-CN-1-4-1_1.pdf
- COMPLIANCE INSTRUCTIONS: www.trec.texas.gov/information-about-brokerage-services-iabs-consumer-protection-notice
What is the IABS?
Texas law requires all brokers and sales agents to provide written notice regarding information about brokerage services at the first substantive communication with prospective buyers, tenants, sellers, and landlords concerning specific real property. The Information About Brokerage Services form (or the IABS) is the required method to provide that information to those parties.
Posting and delivery are BOTH required
It is important to remember that the IABS must both be delivered at the first substantive communication, and the completed IABS must be posted on the homepage of the license holders’ business website. A business website is a website controlled by the license holder, accessible to the public, and that contains information about a license holder’s real estate brokerage services.
Posting the IABS: Make sure to comply by following these simple rules.
All fields in the IABS must be correctly filled out.
Post a link to the IABS form labeled “Texas Real Estate Commission Information About Brokerage Service,” in at least 10 point font or ”TREC Consumer Protection Notice” in at least 12 point font on the homepage of the business’ website, in a readily noticeable place.
On social media, TREC added flexibility for posting a link to the IABS. Just make sure a link to the homepage of the business’ website with the completed IABS is linked in the social media profiles .
Delivery of the IABS: What are some acceptable ways to deliver the IABS? :
- Via email
- In the body of an email. The link to the IABS must be above the email signature block and specifically reference the IABS form.
- As an attachment to an email. The body of the email must specifically reference the IABS in the body of the email.
- Physically
- Give the completed IABS form directly to a client at the first substantive conversation.
- First class mail or overnight common carrier delivery service.
What is the Consumer Protection Notice?
The Consumer Protection Notice provides information about filing a complaint with TREC, and information regarding the two TREC recovery funds. This notice must be displayed in a readily noticeable location in each place of business the broker maintains and must be posted on your business website homepage in a readily noticeable place. The link on the website must either state ”Texas Real Estate Commission Consumer Protection Notice,” in at least 10 point font or ”TREC Consumer Protection Notice,” in at least 12 point font.
Still, have more questions?
Review or Frequently Asked Questions on the TREC website. Search by “IABS” or “Information About Brokerage Services”.
Washington Department of Licensing (DOL)
IMPORTANT: Washington agents must keep “… all agreements, receipts, contracts, documents, leases, closing statements and material correspondence for each real estate or business opportunity transaction, and for each rental, lease, contract or mortgage collection account.” WAC 308-124-C (2)
Licensing Instructions: www.dol.wa.gov/business/realestate/brokersrenew.html
Contact: 360-664-6500 realestate@dol.wa.gov
Fingerprints required every 6 years: www.dol.wa.gov/business/fingerprinting.html
SAW account tutorial for the DOL: www.kellyright.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Washington-License-DOL-Instructions-1.pdf
Washington Real Estate Laws and Rules: www.dol.wa.gov/business/realestate/lawsrules.html
Legal Responsibilites per the WAC*: www.app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=308-124C-140
Washington Real Estate Advertising Guidelines: www.dol.wa.gov/business/realestate/docs/620400.pdf
DOL website outage in early 2022 details: www.dol.wa.gov/outage