Illinois Real Estate License Renewal Requirements

Illinois Real Estate License Renewal Requirements

Who Needs to Renew Their Real Estate License in Illinois?

All Illinois real estate brokers and managing brokers must renew their licenses every two years to maintain active status.

What are the Illinois Real Estate Continuing Education Requirements?

Illinois real estate brokers must complete 12 hours of continuing education every two-year renewal cycle, including a 4-hour Core curriculum, a 1-hour Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, and elective courses. Managing brokers must complete 12 hours of continuing education plus an additional 12-hour Managing Broker course. First-time licensees are required to complete a 45-hour post-licensing education program instead of continuing education during their initial renewal cycle.

What is the Illinois Real Estate License Renewal Deadline?

Illinois real estate brokers must renew by April 30 of even-numbered years, and managing brokers must renew by April 30 of odd-numbered years.

Where Can I Get More Information about Illinois Real Estate Continuing Education and License Renewal?

For complete details on license renewal and continuing education requirements, visit the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation's Real Estate Division.

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Regulatory Agency

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation- Division of Real Estate
Phone: (888) 473-4858
Email: fpr.realestate@illinois.gov
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