Texas · Real Estate Agents · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your Texas Real Estate Agent License
Texas real estate agents must complete 18 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC).
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 18 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- Per license
- Exam to renew
- Required
Who has to renew
This guide covers Texas real estate agents holding a license in one of these classes: Real Estate Sales Agent, Real Estate Broker. Requirements are set by Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC).
When to renew
Texas 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. (https://www.trec.texas.gov/continuing-education-renewal-information)
The continuing education Texas requires
Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) requires 18 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- Legal Update I (4 hrs)
- Contract-related coursework (3 hrs)
- Broker Responsibility Course (6 hrs, brokers/supervisors only)
- Electives (7 hrs)
How to renew, step by step
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Confirm your license class and renewal date
Texas sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Real Estate Sales Agent, Real Estate Broker). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.
- 2
Complete 18 hours of board-approved continuing education
Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) requires 18 hours every 2 years, including Legal Update I (4 hrs), Contract-related coursework (3 hrs), Broker Responsibility Course (6 hrs, brokers/supervisors only), Electives (7 hrs). Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the Texas real estate agents course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
- 4
Make sure your hours reach the board
In Texas, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
- 5
Renew with Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)
Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. This renewal also requires passing an exam. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.
Go to Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)
Texas real estate agent renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do Texas real estate agents need?
- Texas real estate agents must complete 18 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC).
- Which license classes does the Texas real estate agents CE requirement apply to?
- The 18 hours requirement applies to: Real Estate Sales Agent, Real Estate Broker.
- What topics are required for Texas real estate agents continuing education?
- Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) requires coverage of: Legal Update I (4 hrs); Contract-related coursework (3 hrs); Broker Responsibility Course (6 hrs, brokers/supervisors only); Electives (7 hrs).
- Is an exam required to renew a Texas real estate agents license?
- Yes — Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
- Can Texas real estate agents complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Texas requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 4, 2026
- Texas Real Estate Agents continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class