What happens to a license if a licensee fails to complete continuing education by the second renewal date?

If a licensee fails to complete the required continuing education by the second renewal date, the license automatically reverts to involuntarily inactive status. This means the individual can no longer engage in real estate activities until they complete the necessary education requirements and reactivate their license.

Involuntary inactive status is a consequence of not meeting the continuing education criteria mandated by the Florida Real Estate Commission. This is initiated to ensure that all professionals remain knowledgeable about current laws, practices, and market conditions essential for practicing real estate effectively and legally.

In contrast, a license that is revoked implies a more severe disciplinary action, typically associated with misconduct or violation of laws. Voluntarily inactive status requires the licensee to take the initiative to request such a change, often for personal reasons, and is not the result of a failure to meet continuing education requirements. An active license with a fine would imply that the individual remains able to practice while addressing a financial penalty, which is not applicable in this scenario of failing to meet education mandates.