Renewing your Texas real estate license is a key step in maintaining an active, compliant career in real estate. Like most states, Texas requires licensed agents to complete continuing education (CE) before renewing. The good news? The process is straightforward, especially when you complete your CE through a provider like License EDU.
If your renewal deadline is approaching, here’s everything you need to know to renew your Texas real estate license with confidence.
When Texas Real Estate Licenses Must Be Renewed
In Texas, real estate licenses are renewed every two years, based on the date your license was originally issued.
To keep your license active, all continuing education must be completed and reported before your expiration date. We recommend completing your CE early to avoid delays, especially since credits must be reported before submitting your renewal.
Starting early helps ensure your renewal process is smooth and stress-free.
Texas Continuing Education Requirements
To renew an active Texas real estate sales agent license, the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) requires 18 hours of continuing education during each renewal cycle.
These 18 hours must include 4 hours of Legal Update I, 4 hours of Legal Update II, 3 hours of contract-related coursework, and 7 hours of elective CE courses.
If you are a broker, you’ll also be required to complete the Texas Broker Responsibility Course as part of your CE.
At License EDU, we offer a complete Texas Sales Agent CE package that satisfies all 18 required hours, including:
- Texas – Legal Update I (4 Mandatory Hours)
- Texas – Legal Update II (4 Mandatory Hours)
- Texas – Contracts (3 Mandatory Hours)
- Texas – NAR Ethics (3 Elective Hours)
- Responsible Digital Marketing (4 Elective Hours)
This bundled approach makes it easy to complete everything you need in one place. You can also purchase courses individually.
Step-by-Step: How to Renew Your Texas Real Estate License
Renewing your license is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Complete Your Continuing Education
Start by enrolling in a TREC-approved provider like License EDU and completing your required 18 hours of CE.
Our courses are 100% online and self-paced, so you can complete them on your schedule.
2. Make Sure Your CE Credits Are Reported
After completing your courses, License EDU will report your credits to TREC.
Before moving forward, confirm your CE hours are posted to your license record—this ensures your renewal won’t be delayed.
3. Submit Your Renewal Through TREC
Log into the TREC online portal and submit your renewal application. During this step, you’ll verify your information and confirm that your CE requirements have been completed.
TREC typically allows you to renew once your CE is complete and your renewal window opens.
4. Pay the Renewal Fee
As part of the process, you’ll pay the required renewal fee. Once your application and education are verified, your license will be renewed for another two-year cycle.
What Happens if You Miss Your Renewal Deadline?
If you don’t complete your CE or renew your license on time, your license may become inactive.
While inactive, you are not allowed to perform real estate activities. In some cases, TREC allows a short extension with a CE deferral fee, but failing to complete your requirements can result in additional steps to reactivate your license.
The safest approach is to finish your CE early and renew on time.
Why Texas Agents Choose License EDU
Continuing education shouldn’t feel complicated or time-consuming. At License EDU, we focus on making the renewal process simple, flexible, and valuable.
Here’s why agents choose License EDU:
- 100% online and self-paced courses
- TREC-approved curriculum
- Courses designed for real-world application
- Mobile-friendly learning experience
- All-in-one packages that meet renewal requirements
Our goal isn’t just to help you renew—it’s to help you grow your knowledge and stay competitive in today’s market.
Final Thoughts
Renewing your Texas real estate license doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By completing your continuing education on time and following the renewal steps, you can keep your license active and your business moving forward.
With License EDU, you can complete your CE efficiently while gaining practical knowledge that supports your long-term success.
Ready to get started? Explore our Texas CE courses.
