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New York State Requirements – Real Estate

State Requirement Details for Real Estate Continuing Education – First Time Sales License Renewal

Renewal Date: Every two years by the exact day of your license anniversary date

Hours Required: 22.5 hours

    • 2 hours implicit bias 
    • 2 hours cultural competency 
    • 3 hours fair housing
    • 2.5 hours ethical business practices
    • 1 hour legal matters
    • 2 agency hours
    • 10 elective hours

    State Requirement Details for Real Estate Continuing Education – Broker and Sales License

    Renewal Date: Every two years by the exact day of your license anniversary date

    Hours Required: 22.5 hours

    • 2 hours implicit bias 
    • 2 hours cultural competency
    • 3 hours fair housing
    • 2.5 hours ethical business practices
    • 1 hour legal matters
    • 1 hour agency (2 agency hours for initial license renewal)
    • 11 elective hours

    New York Department of State

    Street Address: One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12231

    Mailing Address: P.O. Box 22001, Albany, NY 12201-2001

    Phone: 518.474.4429

    Fax: 518.473.6648

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    Note: This information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It is the responsibility of the licensee to be sure that he or she is meeting state board requirements.

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