Renewal cycle
Evidence reviewed24 months
Texas · Real Estate Agent
Texas Real Estate Agent License Renewal
Provenance
Official sources
- https://www.trec.texas.gov/Retrieved 2026-09-03
- https://www.trec.texas.gov/agency-information/fee-scheduleRetrieved 2026-09-03
- https://www.trec.texas.gov/renew-license/real-estate-sales-agentRetrieved 2026-09-03
Official-source reference
Renewal facts and steps
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Renewal window
Evidence reviewedTREC sends the renewal notice about 90 days before expiration; renewal is unavailable until that notice is issued.
Deadline
Evidence reviewedSubmit the renewal application and fee through the REALM Portal no later than the license expiration date to avoid additional fees.
Continuing education
Evidence reviewed18 hours
Required topics
Evidence reviewedEight hours of TREC Legal Update I and II.; Three hours of contract-related coursework.; Seven hours of elective continuing education.; A designated supervisor must include the six-hour Broker Responsibility course within the 18 hours.
Renewal fee
Evidence reviewedTREC's fee schedule effective December 15, 2025 lists a $110 total for timely sales-agent renewal.
Late fee
Evidence reviewedThe schedule lists a $143 total for a sales-agent renewal less than 90 days late and $176 when more than 90 days late.
If the license lapses
Evidence reviewedA license may be renewed up to six months after expiration. From six months through two years, reinstatement is required; after two years, the applicant must reapply and pass the examination.
Renewal steps
Evidence reviewedRenew through the REALM Portal, complete continuing education at least ten days before expiration, and submit the renewal application and fee no later than the expiration date.
Complete your renewal with the licensing authority.
Open official renewal information