Staying on top of your New Jersey real estate continuing education (CE) requirements can feel like one more thing on a busy agent’s to-do list. However, knowing the key deadlines and renewal steps can help you avoid costly fees and ensure you’re ready to serve your clients without interruption.
Understand the Renewal Timeline 📅
Let's simplify the two major deadlines for licensees in New Jersey:
- April 30, 2025: Deadline to complete continuing education
- June 30, 2025: Deadline to renew your real estate license
In odd-numbered years, real estate licenses expire on June 30th and the CE deadline for completing all required education is April 30th.
Completing your CE courses after April 30th but before June 30th will incur a $200 processing fee, so don’t wait until the last minute! For complete details, check the NJ Real Estate Commission site.
June 30, 2025 - Reinstatement Deadline ⚠️
Active Salespersons, Broker-Salespersons, and Brokers in the 2021–2023 renewal cycle who did not renew by the June 30, 2023 deadline still have until June 30, 2025, to reactivate their license. If you fall into this category, ensure you complete any outstanding CE requirements and follow the necessary steps outlined by the New Jersey Real Estate Commission. For more details on reinstating a license, visit the NJREC Reinstatement Information.
Know Your CE Requirements
For the 2025 renewal cycle, 12 hours of continuing education is required for New Jersey real estate licensee renewal. Of these hours, at least 6 must be Core course credits, including 1 hour of Agency, 2 hours of Ethics, and 1 hour of Fair Housing and the NJ Law Against Discrimination. The remaining 6 hours may be in elective or any other category. Confirm that your CE provider reports completed credits to the New Jersey Real Estate Commission promptly—this is crucial to avoid delays.
Where to Take Your CE
If you’re looking for a straightforward, efficient way to complete your CE, Empire Learning offers full 12-hour packages that meet all New Jersey requirements. Plus, we report your credits every business day—one less thing for you to worry about.
- Free Course ($30 value): Take a test drive of Empire Learning’s courses risk-free: no payment information or commitment required!
- Flexible, Self-Paced Courses: Fit your CE around your busy schedule—log in when it is convenient for you.
- No Exams in State: Skip the stressful testing! Simply complete each unit in a course, then move on to the course.
- Exceptional Customer Support: Get fast, responsive help by phone, email, or live chat.
You'll avoid unnecessary fees and maintain your license without a hitch by staying informed of your key dates, selecting a reputable provider, and completing your CE on time. Here’s to a stress-free renewal season!