Key Takeaways
- Arizona real estate licenses must be renewed every 2 years
- Renewal requires 24 hours of continuing education, including mandatory topics on Firewise, Deed Fraud, and Arizona Water (starting 2025)
- The Fingerprint Clearance Card must remain valid (renewed every 6 years)
- Late renewal within 1 year is possible with late fees; after 1 year, license expires and exam is required
- Licensees must notify ADRE of address and employment changes within 10 days
License Maintenance and Renewal
Arizona real estate licenses require ongoing maintenance through continuing education and timely renewal.
License Term and Renewal
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| License Term | 2 years |
| Renewal Window | 90 days before expiration |
| Renewal Fee | $145 |
Continuing Education Requirements
Standard CE (24 hours every 2 years)
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
| Required Topics (see below) | 3+ |
| Electives | Remaining hours |
| Total | 24 |
Mandatory Topics (Starting January 2025)
Beginning January 1, 2025, Arizona requires specific CE topics:
| Topic | Hours | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Firewise | 1 | Fire safety and prevention in real estate |
| Deed Fraud | 1 | Identifying and preventing fraudulent transactions |
| Arizona Water | 1 | Arizona water rights and real estate implications |
Note: These three mandatory topics (3 hours) are part of the 24-hour total, not in addition to it.
Broker Additional Requirements
Designated brokers must also complete broker management courses covering:
- Trust account management
- Supervision responsibilities
- Compliance requirements
Renewal Process
- Complete CE before renewal date
- Verify Fingerprint Clearance Card is valid
- Submit renewal application online
- Pay renewal fee ($145)
- Receive renewed license
Late Renewal and Expired Licenses
Late Renewal (within 1 year of expiration)
If your license expires but you renew within 1 year:
| Timeframe | Consequence |
|---|---|
| 0-90 days late | Late fee applies |
| 91-365 days late | Additional penalties may apply |
| Cannot practice | License is inactive until renewed |
| CE still required | Must complete all CE requirements |
Expired More Than 1 Year
If your license has been expired for more than 1 year:
- Must retake the licensing exam
- May need to complete pre-license education again
- Apply as a new applicant
Fingerprint Clearance Card
The Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Validity | 6 years |
| Renewal | Before expiration |
| Consequence of Lapse | License becomes inactive |
Your license will become inactive if your Fingerprint Clearance Card expires and is not renewed.
License Status Types
| Status | Meaning | Can Practice? |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Current, employed by broker | Yes |
| Inactive | Not employed by broker | No |
| Expired | Not renewed | No |
| Suspended | ADRE disciplinary action | No |
| Revoked | License permanently cancelled | No |
Change Notifications
Licensees must notify ADRE within 10 days of:
- Change of home address
- Change of business address
- Change of employment (broker change)
- Change of name
- Criminal conviction or disciplinary action
Failure to notify ADRE of changes is a violation.
Reciprocity
Arizona has limited reciprocity with other states:
- Must apply through ADRE
- May need to pass Arizona state portion of exam
- Must meet Arizona requirements for fingerprinting
- Education requirements may be waived based on experience
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