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How to Renew Your Massachusetts Real Estate Agent License

Massachusetts real estate agents must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
12 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Massachusetts real estate agents holding a Salesperson and Broker license. Requirements are set by Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure).

When to renew

Massachusetts real estate agents licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (Mass.gov, 'Renew a real estate license' (Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons), https://www.mass.gov/how-to/renew-a-real-estate-license; CE timing per M.G.L. c. 112, s. 87XX1/2 ('within twenty-four months prior to each renewal'))

The continuing education Massachusetts requires

Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure) requires 12 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Compliance with laws and regulations — at least 6 hours
  • 12 hours from the Board-published CE curriculum; statute requires at least 6 hours on compliance topics (fair housing, EEO, disability access, agency law, environmental issues, zoning/building codes, appraisal/financing, tax assessment, Board regulations)

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Massachusetts sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Salesperson and Broker). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure) requires 12 hours every 2 years, including Compliance with laws and regulations, 12 hours from the Board-published CE curriculum; statute requires at least 6 hours on compliance topics (fair housing, EEO, disability access, agency law, environmental issues, zoning/building codes, appraisal/financing, tax assessment, Board regulations). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Massachusetts real estate agents course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Massachusetts, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure)

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure)

Massachusetts real estate agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Massachusetts real estate agents need?
Massachusetts real estate agents must complete 12 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure).
Which license classes does the Massachusetts real estate agents CE requirement apply to?
The 12 hours requirement applies to: Salesperson and Broker.
What topics are required for Massachusetts real estate agents continuing education?
Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons (Department of Labor, Division of Occupational Licensure) requires coverage of: Compliance with laws and regulations (6 hours); 12 hours from the Board-published CE curriculum; statute requires at least 6 hours on compliance topics (fair housing, EEO, disability access, agency law, environmental issues, zoning/building codes, appraisal/financing, tax assessment, Board regulations).
Can Massachusetts real estate agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Massachusetts requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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