Your Ultimate Guide to Florida Real Estate License Renewal
Renewing your Florida real estate license on time is crucial to keeping your career active. Whether you're a sales associate or a broker, understanding the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) education requirements is key. This guide breaks down exactly what you need to do to avoid late fees or a null and void license status.
The Tampa School of Real Estate (TSRE) makes renewing your Florida real estate license simple and stress-free.
First Step: Verify Your Education Requirements Before enrolling in any course, check your license status and specific education requirements with the DBPR. We've created a simple guide to help you verify your required hours. Visit TSRE.us/verify to learn how.
1. Florida Sales Associate First Renewal: 45-Hour Post-Licensing Course
If this is your first time renewing your sales associate license, you must complete a 45-hour post-licensing course before your first renewal deadline (which is 18–24 months after you get your license).
Missing this deadline will make your license null and void, forcing you to restart the licensing process from the beginning.
TSRE offers flexible options to meet this state requirement:
- Live Instructor-Led Classes: Join our expert instructors for interactive learning, available in person or via live online broadcast. This is a great way to ask questions and engage with the material.
- On-Demand Video Course: Our most popular option! Get 24/7 access to instructor-led video lessons and complete your 45-hour requirement at your own pace, on your own schedule.
2. Florida Broker First Renewal: 60-Hour Post-Licensing Course
For newly licensed Florida real estate brokers, the first renewal requires a 60-hour broker post-licensing course. This is a mandatory step to maintain your active broker license.
Choose the learning style that fits you best:
- Live Instructor-Led Classes: Our 60-hour broker course consists of two 30-hour courses covering Brokerage Management and Real Estate Investment.
- Self-Guided Online Bundle: If you prefer reading and testing at your own speed, this self-guided course bundle is the perfect solution for completing your 60-hour requirement online.
3. Subsequent Renewals: 14-Hour Continuing Education (CE) for Florida Real Estate Licensees
After your first renewal, you must complete 14 hours of Continuing Education (CE) every two years. This applies to both active and inactive sales associates and brokers. The 14-hour requirement includes 3 hours of Core Law, 3 hours of Ethics & Business Practices, and 8 hours of specialty education.
TSRE makes completing your 14-hour CE requirement easy:
- Build Your Own CE Bundle: Customize your learning by choosing from our extensive library of CE courses. Mix and match topics like property management, commercial real estate, and more to create your own 14-hour package.
- 14-Hour Correspondence Course (Fastest & Simplest Option): This is the most straightforward way to meet your CE requirement. We mail you a physical textbook, and you complete the exam online when you're ready. It's the simplest way to renew your license.
Renew Your Florida Real Estate License Today
Don't risk your career by waiting until the last minute. The DBPR imposes late fees, and a missed post-licensing deadline can render your license null and void. Securely register online through the links above to start your Florida real estate license renewal courses immediately.
If you have questions, verify your license status at TSRE.us/verify or contact our expert support team for help.