It’s Time to Renew your License (May 15-June 30)

Be sure to renew your license between May 15 and June 30, even if you haven’t completed CE. If you do not renew by June 30, your license will expire.

Following are the most frequently-asked questions regarding license renewal.  The answers to all of these questions, as well as step-by-step renewal instructions, are also provided in the Commission’s Renewal Video, which is posted in the Video Library.

When do I renew?

The annual period for renewal of your real estate license begins at midnight on May 15 and continues until 11:59 pm on June 30.

How do I renew?

1. Go the Commission’s homepage, www.ncrec.gov.
2. Click on Renew My Broker License. The renewal link will appear on the website on May 15.
3. Enter your license number and PIN (password). Your PIN will be the last four digits of your Social Security number unless you have changed it.
4. Verify your contact information, and update information if needed.
5. Provide the “Employee Misclassification” disclosure and certification.
6. If you are a Broker-in-Charge, you will be required to disclose information regarding your trust account(s) and any criminal convictions or disciplinary actions that have occurred within the previous year, if applicable.
7. Pay the $45 renewal fee by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or PayPal.

How much is the renewal fee?

The renewal fee is $45.00. You may pay by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or PayPal.

Will I get a receipt?

Yes. A printable confirmation of renewal will appear on your screen when the process is complete.

Will the Commission mail me a new pocket card?

No. A link to download your new digital pocket card will appear on your screen when the process is complete. You may print a copy of the pocket card if you prefer to have a paper copy.

I haven’t completed CE, yet. Can I still renew?

Yes. Be sure to renew your license by June 30, even if you do not complete your continuing education by June 10. If you don’t renew, your license will expire.

Can I pay my renewal fee by check?

No. Per Commission Rule 58A .0503, you must renew online.

Can I call the Commission office and pay by phone?

No. Per Commission Rule 58A .0503, you must renew online.

Can I go to the Commission office and pay in person?

If you come to the Commission office, you may renew and pay online, using a computer in our lobby. No cash or checks will be accepted, even in person.

What will happen if I don’t renew by June 30?

If you do not renew your license online by 11:59 pm on June 30, your license will expire. To reinstate an expired license, you must pay a $90 fee between July 1 and December 31. Failure to reinstate the former license by December 31 will result in your having to submit a new application, including application fee and criminal background report. You will also be required to take additional education and/or pass the state license examination. https://www.ncrec.gov/Licensing/Reinstatement

NOTE: If you are a BIC or BIC Eligible and your license expires or changes to inactive status on July 1, you will automatically lose BIC Eligible status and, in turn, BIC designation (if applicable). If that happens, and you wish to regain BIC Eligible status, you must (1) return the license to active status; (2) meet the experience requirements for BIC designation; (3) take the 12-hour Broker-in-Charge Course before re-designation; and (4) complete and submit the Request for BIC Eligible Status and/or Designation form (REC 2.25). Do NOT take the 12- hour BIC Course before your license is on active status! Refer to Rule 58A. 0110 for detailed instructions regarding regaining BIC Eligible status and BIC designation.

Questions about the renewal process?

Email us at LS@ncrec.gov or call us at 919.875.3700.