1.4 License Maintenance and Renewal
Key Takeaways
- Indiana real estate licenses expire every 3 years on June 30 (next expiration: June 30, 2025)
- Renewal requires 36 hours of continuing education per 3-year cycle (12 hours annually required)
- Indiana requires specific CE topics including core curriculum approved by IREC
- Late renewal is possible with late fees; extended lapse may require reexamination
- Licensees must notify IREC of address changes within 30 days
Indiana real estate licenses require ongoing maintenance through continuing education and timely renewal.
License Term and Expiration
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| License Term | 3 years |
| Expiration Date | June 30 every 3 years |
| Current Cycle Expiration | June 30, 2025 |
| Renewal Window | Up to 90 days before expiration |
Continuing Education Requirements
Standard CE (36 hours every 3 years)
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
| Core Curriculum (required topics) | Varies by cycle |
| Elective Topics | Remaining hours |
| Total Per 3-Year Cycle | 36 hours |
| Annual Requirement | 12 hours minimum |
Important: While the total requirement is 36 hours per 3-year cycle, Indiana requires licensees to complete at least 12 hours annually.
Mandatory Topics
Indiana requires specific CE topics each renewal period:
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
| Core Curriculum | Commission-approved updates |
| Legal Updates | Changes to Indiana law |
| Ethics | Professional standards |
Note: IREC may change mandatory topics for each renewal period. Check current requirements.
First Renewal Cycle
Newly licensed brokers may have reduced CE requirements for their first renewal if licensed mid-cycle.
Renewal Fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Renewal (on time) | $60 |
| Late Fee | Additional fees apply |
Late Renewal and Lapsed Licenses
Renewal After Expiration
If your license expires but you renew within the grace period:
| Timeframe | Consequence |
|---|---|
| Within grace period | Late fees apply, CE required |
| Extended lapse | Higher fees, may require exam |
| Cannot practice | License is inactive until renewed |
Extended Lapse
If your license has been expired for an extended period:
- May need to reapply as a new applicant
- May need to retake pre-license education
- May need to pass the licensing exam again
- Full application process required
License Status Types
| Status | Meaning | Can Practice? |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Current, under broker | Yes |
| Inactive | Not under broker, or not renewed | No |
| Suspended | Commission disciplinary action | No |
| Revoked | License permanently cancelled | No |
Inactive Status
A license becomes inactive when:
- Salesperson is not affiliated with a broker
- License is not renewed on time
- Licensee requests inactive status
To reactivate:
- Complete any required CE
- Affiliate with a managing broker (for affiliated brokers)
- Pay any outstanding fees
- IREC approves reactivation
Address and Contact Changes
Licensees must notify IREC within 30 days of:
- Change of home address
- Change of business address
- Change of email address
- Change of legal name
Failure to maintain current contact information is a violation.
Reciprocity with Other States
Indiana has reciprocity agreements with several states:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Education | May be waived with equivalent experience |
| National Exam | May be waived if passed elsewhere |
| State Exam | Must pass Indiana state portion |
| Background Check | Required for all applicants |
| Application | Full application to IREC |
Note: Check current reciprocity agreements as they change periodically.
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