{"id":49,"date":"2021-07-27T00:43:23","date_gmt":"2021-07-27T04:43:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/?p=49"},"modified":"2021-07-27T00:43:23","modified_gmt":"2021-07-27T04:43:23","slug":"is-your-washington-real-estate-license-ready-for-renewal-how-to-comply-before-you-run-out-of-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/2021\/07\/27\/is-your-washington-real-estate-license-ready-for-renewal-how-to-comply-before-you-run-out-of-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Is your Washington Real Estate License Ready for Renewal? How to Comply Before You Run out of Time."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Many are still confused with the requirements and process of renewing their broker license in Washington. So to break the confusion, here are the important details that you need to know in renewing your license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">License Expires Every Two Years<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First things first, you need to renew your license every two years. Yup, that\u2019s <strong>TWO YEARS<\/strong>, so don\u2019t get confused with other state requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For an easier process, you can apply for renewal <strong>120 days<\/strong> before your license expires as long as you complete all requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what are those requirements that you need to prepare? Read further to know more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/scott-graham-OQMZwNd3ThU-unsplash-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/scott-graham-OQMZwNd3ThU-unsplash-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/scott-graham-OQMZwNd3ThU-unsplash-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Continuing Education Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to other states, Washington has a different CE requirement for first-time renewers over subsequent renewers. Let\u2019s know the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First Time Renewals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.leg.wa.gov\/wac\/default.aspx?cite=308-124A-785\">First time renewers are required to complete at least 90 hours of CE<\/a> after the date of their first licensure which includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>30-hour Advanced Practices Course<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>30-hour Real Estate Law Course<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>3-hour Core Course<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>27 hours Elective Courses <a href=\"https:\/\/professions.dol.wa.gov\/s\/course-search\">Approved by the Washington State Department of Licensing<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Subsequent Renewals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, subsequent renewers are required to accomplish 30 hours of CE with the following guidelines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The course should comprise a 3-hour Core Course and 27-hour Elective Courses <a href=\"https:\/\/professions.dol.wa.gov\/s\/course-search\">Approved by the Washington State Department of Licensing<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>30-hour CE requirements which include the 3-hour Core Course should be completed within <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.leg.wa.gov\/wac\/default.aspx?cite=308-124A-790\">48 months of your renewal date<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>15 hours should be completed within <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.leg.wa.gov\/wac\/default.aspx?cite=308-124A-790\">24 months of your renewal date<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>15 hours of unused CE completed within 48 months of your renewal date can be used as an addition to your current application.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/francesca-tosolini-XcVm8mn7NUM-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-51\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/francesca-tosolini-XcVm8mn7NUM-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/francesca-tosolini-XcVm8mn7NUM-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SecureAccess Washington (SAW) account<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another requirement that you need to accomplish is to create an account for SAW which is needed to apply online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To create an account, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dol.wa.gov\/business\/accountaccess.html\">Washington State Department of Licensing<\/a> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Background Check<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Legal Background Questions<\/strong> &#8211; Don\u2019t worry. Just be honest in answering some personal information questions and prepare all the requirements needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Update Fingerprint<\/strong> &#8211; If your renewal prompts you to have a background check, then you\u2019ll need to update your fingerprints before you can proceed with your application. For details regarding the process and fees, please click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dol.wa.gov\/business\/fingerprinting.html\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply for Renewal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applying for renewal has been made easy by doing it online. There\u2019s no special process here, all you need to do is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Login to your account<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Fill up the Real Estate License Renewal form<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Pay the necessary fees online<ul><li>$146.25 for Brokers<\/li><li>$210 for Managing Brokers<\/li><li>For other additional fees, feel free to visit the official website of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dol.wa.gov\/business\/realestate\/fees.html\">Washington State Department of Licensing.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Submit your application<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It might be confusing at first, but if you\u2019ll remember this procedure, everything will flow smoothly on your end. Now, you might be thinking about where to take your CE requirement, well, let me give you an excellent and affordable suggestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Complete your CE Requirement with Get Me Renewed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it&#8217;s your first time renewing your license or not, we have the right package for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can avail of our complete <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/washington\/real-estate-first-renewal\/signup\">90-hour first renewal course<\/a> for only $194.61 for the first-time renewers and $58.87 for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/washington\/signup\">30-hour Washington CE package<\/a> for subsequent renewers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s the catch, if you find it somewhere cheaper, contact us and we will beat the price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still not convinced? check our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/images\/GetMeRenewed_School_Approval_2021.jpg\">approval letter<\/a> from the Department of Licensing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get Started with Your Continuing Education Requirement?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting started with your Continuing Education might seem confusing and complicated, but here with GetMeRenewed, we make it hassle-free and straightforward to complete your CE requirements for you to continue working in the real estate industry. Try our affordable packages by visiting our website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/washington\/signup\">https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/washington\/signup<\/a> or give us a call at 1- 844-828-0505.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/miles-burke-idhx-MOCDSk-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-57\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/miles-burke-idhx-MOCDSk-unsplash.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.getmerenewed.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/miles-burke-idhx-MOCDSk-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many are still confused with the requirements and process of renewing their broker license in Washington. 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