Do brokers have different renewal requirements than agents?
Yes – but only on their first time renewal. Real estate brokers renewing an original license for the first time must complete 45 clock hours of DRE-approved continuing education consisting of: Four separate three-hour courses in the following subjects: Ethics, Agency, Trust Fund Handling, and Fair Housing; A minimum of 18 clock hours of consumer protection courses; and The remaining 15 clock hours related to either consumer service or consumer protection.
