How soon can I renew my NH real estate license?

You’ll need to submit a “Real Estate Salesperson Renewal” form, either as a paper application or as an online renewal. You need to include information about your continuing education.

The renewal fee for a New Hampshire salesperson is $90.

Your New Hampshire salesperson real estate license is valid for two years from the issuance date. The NHREC will notify you 30 days before expiration by email to renew your license.

All first-time salespersons need to complete the 12-hour post-licensing continuing education courses in each of the four approved course topics.

All inactive renewal applicants shall complete a minimum three-hour continuing education core course accredited by the Commission.

All active renewal applicants shall complete a minimum three-hour continuing education core course that has been accredited by the Commission. You must also complete an additional 12 hours of elective courses accredited by the NHREC.

Make sure you have taken the three-hour required core course by the NHREC. Then, you will submit a paper renewal form or an online renewal.

The NHREC will notify you 30 days before your license expiration to go to the online renewal portal and begin the renewal process. Your notification will be by email, so make sure the Commission has your most current email address on record.

If you do not renew within a year, you will be considered an original applicant and will need to start the process over. If you renew within a year, you’ll need to pay a late fee and the renewal fee.