Key Takeaways
- Arkansas real estate licenses are valid for 2 years
- Salespersons must complete 6 hours of continuing education (CE) per year
- CE must include AREC-approved courses; at least 3 hours must be AREC core curriculum
- Post-license education of 30 hours is required within first year for new salespersons
- Late renewal incurs additional fees; licenses expired over 2 years require re-examination
License Maintenance and Renewal
Arkansas real estate licenses require ongoing maintenance through continuing education and timely renewal.
License Terms and Fees
| Item | Amount/Duration |
|---|---|
| License term | 2 years |
| Renewal fee | $50 (salesperson), $75 (broker) |
| Late renewal penalty | Additional fees apply |
Continuing Education Requirements
Annual CE Requirement (6 hours per year)
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| AREC Core Curriculum | At least 3 hours |
| AREC-approved electives | Up to 3 hours |
| Total per year | 6 hours |
Important: CE must be completed each year, not just at renewal time. This means 12 total hours over the 2-year license period.
AREC Core Curriculum
The mandatory core curriculum covers:
- Recent changes to Arkansas Real Estate License Law
- AREC rules and regulations updates
- Current industry issues and trends
- Ethics and professional standards
Post-License Education
New salespersons must complete 30 hours of post-license education within their first year of licensure:
| Requirement | Hours | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Post-license education | 30 hours | Within 1 year of initial license |
Important: Failure to complete post-license education will result in license becoming inactive.
Renewal Process
- Complete annual CE (6 hours each year)
- Log into AREC online portal
- Submit renewal application
- Pay renewal fee
- Receive renewed license
Tip: AREC sends renewal notices approximately 60 days before expiration.
Late Renewal and Expired Licenses
Late Renewal (within 2 years of expiration)
If your license expires but you renew within 2 years:
| Time After Expiration | Requirements |
|---|---|
| 0-12 months | Pay renewal + late fee, complete all CE |
| 12-24 months | Pay renewal + increased late fee, complete CE |
Warning: You cannot practice while your license is expired.
Expired More Than 2 Years
If your license has been expired for more than 2 years:
- Must retake the licensing exam
- May need to complete additional education
- Apply as a new applicant
License Status Types
| Status | Meaning | Can Practice? |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Current, affiliated with broker | Yes |
| Inactive | Not affiliated with broker | No |
| Expired | Not renewed | No |
| Suspended | AREC disciplinary action | No |
| Revoked | License permanently cancelled | No |
Inactive Status
A salesperson's license becomes inactive when:
- Not affiliated with a broker
- Voluntarily placed on inactive status
- Failing to complete post-license education
To reactivate, the salesperson must affiliate with a broker and complete any outstanding education requirements.
Address and Status Changes
Licensees must notify AREC within 10 days of:
- Change of business address
- Change of mailing address
- Change of legal name
- Change of sponsoring broker (salespersons)
Changes are made through the AREC online portal.
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