Florida real estate license renewal requirements focus on timing, continuing education, and completing the DBPR renewal on schedule. Use this guide to stay compliant and avoid late fees or inactive status.
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Florida real estate license renewal basics
Your renewal cycle and education requirements depend on whether you are a sales associate or broker and whether this is your first renewal or a later cycle.
- Renew on or before your license expiration date.
- Complete the required continuing education before you renew.
- Keep your contact info updated in the DBPR portal.
When you need to renew (cycle dates)
Florida licenses renew on a fixed cycle. Your expiration date appears in your DBPR account and on your license record.
Check your expiration date and renewal window in the DBPR Online Services portal.
Required continuing education hours
Renewal requires completing the state-approved continuing education hours for your license type. First-time renewals may require post-licensing instead of standard CE.
- Sales associates and brokers have different CE hour totals.
- First renewal often uses a post-licensing course.
- Later renewals use standard continuing education.
Key deadlines and grace periods
Missing the deadline can place your license on inactive status. Renew early so your education credit has time to post.
- Complete coursework before the renewal deadline.
- Allow time for course providers to report completion.
- Late renewals may include extra fees or reactivation steps.
How to renew in the DBPR portal
1) Log in and verify your profile
Confirm your mailing address, email, and license status are accurate.
2) Confirm education completion
Make sure your CE or post-licensing course shows as completed before you submit payment.
3) Submit the renewal application
Complete the renewal form, answer the disclosure questions, and pay the renewal fee.
Tips to avoid renewal delays
- Finish CE early to avoid reporting delays.
- Use the same name on your course record as your license.
- Save confirmation receipts for your records.
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FAQs
Q: When do I renew my Florida real estate license?
A: Renew by the expiration date listed in your DBPR portal account. Check your profile for the exact deadline.
Q: How many CE hours do I need for renewal?
A: Required hours vary by license type and renewal cycle. First-time renewals may require post-licensing instead of standard CE.
Q: What happens if I miss the renewal deadline?
A: Your license can become inactive and may require late fees or reactivation steps. Renew as early as possible to avoid issues.
Q: How do I confirm my education was reported?
A: Log in to the DBPR portal and verify your education completion appears before submitting the renewal form.