Maryland 15-Hour First Renewal Package (For Licensees renewing on or after 10/1/25)

IMPORTANT: This package will satisfy the requirements for licensees who renew on or after October 1, 2025. All licensees who renew on or before September 30, 2025, must complete a 3-hour Maryland Principles of Brokerage Relationships and Disclosure Requirements for Sellers course (Topic K).

Renewing Your Maryland Real Estate Salesperson License for the First Time? Get Everything You Need in This Package.

This comprehensive first renewal CE package has been meticulously designed to include all the mandatory course topics as mandated by the Maryland Real Estate Commission. By completing this package, you will not only satisfy your licensing obligations, but also you will gain valuable insights and updated knowledge essential for navigating the current real estate landscape, ensuring you remain a knowledgeable and compliant practitioner ready to serve your clients with excellence.

This package includes:

• REQUIRED Maryland Contracts Online Course (3 Credit Hours): The Maryland Contracts course covers the fundamentals of real estate contracts and fulfills your first renewal continuing education requirement of 3 hours of contracts. It explores the details and process of preparing a sales contract, contract law, Maryland-specific contracts and forms, and how to handle various contracts and contingencies. Most importantly, this course teaches common mistakes related to real estate contracts and how to avoid them.
• REQUIRED Maryland Real Estate Brokerage Relationships and Disclosures—Residential (3 Credit Hours): This 3-hour residential agency course fulfills the first renewal continuing education requirement for all residential real estate agents in Maryland. It is based on the standard outline from the Maryland Real Estate Commission. You will receive updated information regarding Maryland residential law, including requirements for brokerage agreements, duties owed by licensees, disclosure forms, and regulations about dual agency.
• REQUIRED Maryland Principles of Real Estate Practice Online Course (3 Credit Hours): This online course fulfills your first renewal continuing education requirement of 3 hours of principles of real estate practice and covers the essentials of advertising in Maryland, escrow funds, and common ownership communities. You will learn about the Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) advertising guidelines, the Escrow Holding Agreement, and recommended practices for handling and listing common ownership properties. Ultimately, this course focuses on imparting practical skills for navigating Maryland real estate transactions and staying compliant when advertising.
• REQUIRED Maryland Property Management Online Course (3 Credit Hours): The Maryland Property Management course covers the essentials of property management in real estate and fulfills your first renewal continuing education requirement of 3 hours of property management. Topics such as property management agreements, federal and state requirements and laws, maintenance and risk management procedures, and tenant relations will be explored.
• REQUIRED Maryland Real Estate Professionalism Online Course (1.5 Credit Hours): This online course fulfills your first renewal continuing education requirement of 1.5 hours of professionalism. It explores the essential elements of professionalism in the real estate industry, covering ethical standards and conflict avoidance and resolution strategies, and the licensee’s duty of respect for the public, peers, and property. Upon completion, you will be equipped to uphold professional standards, navigate ethical dilemmas, and effectively resolve conflicts in real estate transactions.
• REQUIRED Maryland Real Estate Financing Online Course (1.5 Credit Hours): This course provides a comprehensive overview of the various loan programs available to Maryland homebuyers and fulfills your first renewal continuing education requirement of 1.5 hours of financing. You will learn about the eligibility requirements, benefits, and potential challenges associated with each program. By the end of this course, you will be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of real estate financing in Maryland and assist clients in making informed decisions.