How to renew your real estate license in Tennessee
Tennessee real estate licenses must be renewed every two years through the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC). To renew an active license, affiliate brokers and brokers must complete required continuing education, submit renewal through their CORE account, and pay the required renewal fee before the license expiration date.
Tennessee real estate license renewal steps
Tennessee real estate licenses are renewed every two years. Renew your license before the expiration date to avoid interruptions to your ability to practice real estate in Tennessee.
Step 1
Complete your continuing education requirements
Before renewing your license, complete all required continuing education.
Tennessee continuing education requirements: 16 hours
Licensees should complete continuing education before beginning the renewal process to avoid delays or inactive status issues.
Be sure to save your course completion certificates and maintain copies for your records.
Pro Tip: Complete your continuing education well before your expiration date to allow time for course reporting and renewal processing.
Step 2
Renew your license through your CORE account
Tennessee real estate license renewals are completed online through the CORE system.
To renew online:
- Sign into your CORE account
- Verify your license information is accurate
- Confirm your continuing education requirements are complete
- Complete the online renewal application
If your license has expired but is within 60 days of the expiration date, renewal may still be completed through your CORE account.
Step 3
Pay your renewal fee and confirm approval
Current Tennessee real estate renewal fees include:
- License renewal fee: $75
Late renewal fees include:
- $50 per month during the first 120 days after expiration
- $100 per month during days 121–365 after expiration
After submitting payment:
- Save your renewal confirmation
- Verify your updated license status in your CORE account
- Download and save your updated license information for your records
Quick renewal facts
Here are a few additional renewal details to keep in mind before submitting your application.
- Renewal cycle: Every 2 years from the date of issuance on your license
- Renewal method: Online through CORE
- License renewal fee: $75
- Continuing education requirement: 16 hours
- Expired licenses renewable online within 60 days: Yes
- Licenses expired more than 1 year: Retesting required
Continue growing beyond renewal requirements
A Colibri Real Estate CE Membership gives you access to continuing education, career development resources, and professional growth opportunities designed to support you beyond your next renewal.
Depending on your membership level, benefits may include:
- Unlimited access to state-approved continuing education courses in Tennessee
- Learning Snacks with short trainings, templates, checklists, and business resources
- Discounts on certifications like Certified Negotiation Expert, Certified Buyer Agent Expert, and Real Estate AI Specialist (Included FREE in a Pro or Premier package)
- AI MasterTracks training focused on using AI for lead generation, client communication, marketing workflows, and repeat business strategies
Whether you’re focused on staying compliant, building expertise, or growing your business, a Colibri Real Estate CE Membership helps you continue building momentum throughout your real estate career.
Are you licensed in multiple states? Multi-state membership options are available!
Colibri Real Estate also offers CE packages and individual courses for Tennessee real estate professionals.
FAQs
Tennessee real estate licenses must be renewed every two years from the date the license was issued.
Yes. Tennessee real estate licenses are renewed online through the CORE system. Licensees can also complete their real estate continuing education requirements online.
If a Tennessee real estate license expires, the licensee may still renew online through the CORE system within 60 days after expiration.
Late renewal fees apply during this period.
Yes, depending on how long the license has been expired.
– Licenses expired less than 12 months may be reinstated through CORE with applicable fees
– Licenses expired more than 1 year require retesting and reapplication
– Licenses expired more than 2 years may alternatively qualify for reinstatement by completing an approved 30-hour T.R.A.C.E. course
Late renewal fees are:
– $50 per month during the first 120 days after expiration
– $100 per month during days 121–365 after expiration
The T.R.A.C.E. course is a 30-hour approved reinstatement course that may be used by certain Tennessee licensees whose licenses have been expired for more than two years.
Note: This license renewal information is provided as a convenience only and is subject to change at any time. It’s ultimately the responsibility of the licensee to be sure they are meeting all requirements for each license and corresponding renewal period.