Key Takeaways
- Mississippi real estate licenses are valid for 1 year and expire on December 31 annually
- Salespersons must complete 16 hours of continuing education (CE) per year for renewal
- CE must include mandatory topics designated by MREC
- Annual license renewal is required by December 31 each year
- Late renewal incurs additional fees; licenses expired over 1 year require re-examination
License Maintenance and Renewal
Mississippi real estate licenses require ongoing maintenance through continuing education and timely annual renewal.
License Terms and Fees
| Item | Amount/Duration |
|---|---|
| License term | 1 year (annual) |
| Expiration date | December 31 each year |
| Renewal fee (salesperson) | $75 |
| Renewal fee (broker) | $100 |
| Late renewal penalty | Additional fees apply |
Important: Mississippi is one of the states with annual license renewal. Mark December 31 on your calendar each year.
Continuing Education Requirements
Annual CE (16 hours per year)
| Course Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| MREC-mandatory topics | Varies (typically 4-8 hours) |
| Elective courses | Remaining hours |
| Total | 16 hours |
Mandatory Topics
MREC designates certain topics as mandatory each year, which may include:
- License law updates
- Fair housing
- Ethics
- Agency relationships
- Contract updates
- Other current issues
Tip: Complete your CE early in the year to avoid the December rush and potential course availability issues.
First-Year Licensees
New licensees who receive their license during the year:
| Timing | CE Requirement |
|---|---|
| Licensed before July 1 | Full 16 hours by December 31 |
| Licensed July 1 or later | Pro-rated hours or exempt for first partial year |
Renewal Process
- Complete 16 hours CE before December 31
- Log into MREC online portal
- Submit renewal application
- Pay renewal fee ($75 salesperson, $100 broker)
- Receive renewed license
Reminder: MREC typically sends renewal notices in November, but renewal is YOUR responsibility.
Late Renewal and Expired Licenses
Late Renewal (within 1 year of expiration)
If your license expires but you renew within 1 year:
| Time After Expiration | Requirements |
|---|---|
| January 1 - March 31 | Pay renewal + late fee (typically $50) |
| April 1 - December 31 | Pay renewal + increased late fee |
Warning: You cannot practice while your license is expired.
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 additional education
- Apply as a new applicant
License Status Types
| Status | Meaning | Can Practice? |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Current, affiliated with broker | Yes |
| Inactive | Not affiliated with broker | No |
| Expired | Not renewed by December 31 | No |
| Suspended | MREC disciplinary action | No |
| Revoked | License permanently cancelled | No |
Inactive Status
A salesperson's license becomes inactive when:
- Not affiliated with a broker
- Voluntarily placed on inactive status
- Broker terminates affiliation
To reactivate, the salesperson must:
- Affiliate with a new broker
- Complete any outstanding CE requirements
- Pay appropriate fees
Address and Status Changes
Licensees must notify MREC within 10 days of:
- Change of business address
- Change of mailing address
- Change of legal name
- Change of sponsoring broker (salespersons)
Changes are made through the MREC online portal.
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