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Iowa Real Estate Continuing Education Courses

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Iowa Real Estate Continuing Education Courses

Real estate law is constantly evolving, and staying current is essential to protecting your clients and your license. This continuing education course is designed to keep Iowa-licensed real estate professionals informed of the legal framework governing their practice.

$45.00  |  8 Hours

In this course, we'll reproduce the Code as adopted by the National Association of REALTORS® and examine key Articles through discussion and case study analysis. We'll also review the Code's historical development, structure, and practical application.

$20.00  |  4 Hours  |  ✓ NAR Ethics

Whether you steward a management team yourself or are an investor looking to allow someone else to manage a property, the key to success is understanding how to communicate and learn how to interpret information and delegate tasks.

$50.00  |  10 Hours

In this course, we'll show you step-by-step how to build a real estate website that actually converts traffic into clients. Plus, we'll tackle the heavy hitters and how to leverage them so they work for your business, not against it.

$20.00  |  4 Hours

In this course, you will learn more about common health concerns in housing such as lead, mold, air quality, radon, carbon monoxide, allergens, and pesticides.

$20.00  |  4 Hours

Covering essential Federal Fair Housing regulations every real estate professional needs to know, this course is aligned to satisfy the NAR Fair Housing 2025-2027 training requirement.

$15.00  |  3 Hours  |  ✓ NAR Fair Housing

As a real estate professional, you handle sensitive information every day, making you a key player in keeping both your clients and your business safe. This course is about giving you the practical tools and peace of mind to navigate the digital world securely.

$15.00  |  3 Hours

Whether you are a seasoned agent or property manager, or just stepping into the world of rentals, this course is designed to feel less like a textbook and more like a conversation with a mentor. Remember, success in this field depends on how we interact with our tenants, how we lead our staff, and the strategic choices we make to turn a building into a thriving community.

$15.00  |  3 Hours

Examine how to evaluate regions, local markets, and neighborhoods to identify strong investment potential. Topics include supply and demand trends, market cycles, lease analysis, and the economic principles that influence property value. Emphasis is placed on assessing risk, analyzing cash flow, and determining whether a property supports sound, long-term investment decisions.

$15.00  |  3 Hours

If you work with clients who own investment properties, or if you're an investor yourself, you know that taxes can make or break the profitability of a rental. In this course, we’re going to demystify the tax side of residential real estate and translate those complex rules into plain English. We'll be breaking down exactly what you need to know.

$15.00  |  3 Hours

Iowa Real Estate Continuing Education Info

Iowa requires 36 hours of continuing education every three years. Real estate licenses expire on December 31 of the applicable three-year license period. Salespersons and brokers must complete 8 hours on the topic of Law Update, 4 hours of Ethics, and 24 hours of Elective coursework. Licensees may complete up to 24 of the required 36 hours through online distance education courses. The remaining 12 hours must be completed through live instruction.

Iowa Real Estate Continuing Education Info

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How to Renew Your Iowa Real Estate License

Iowa real estate Salespersons and Brokers must renew their licenses every three years. Licenses expire on December 31 of the renewal year assigned by the Iowa Real Estate Commission (IREC).

To maintain an active license, you must complete your continuing education (CE), retain proof of completion, and submit your renewal before your license expiration date.

Step 1: Complete the Required Continuing Education

Iowa requires 36 hours of CE every 3 years.

Your CE must include:

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Step 2: Verify Your Course Completions

Course providers in Iowa do not report course completions to the state. Licensees are responsible for maintaining and submitting proof of completion during renewal.

Before renewing, confirm you have all required certificates of completion available.

Keep copies of your CE certificates for at least 6 years after renewal in case of an audit.

Step 3: Complete Your License Renewal

Iowa real estate licenses are renewed online through the My Iowa PLB system.

To renew your license:

  1. Log in to your My Iowa PLB account using your email address
  2. Select your license under "My Licenses" and begin the renewal application
  3. Verify and update your contact information
  4. Choose your renewal status (active or inactive)
  5. Enter and certify your completed CE information
  6. Complete all required checklist questions and upload documents if requested
  7. Review your application summary
  8. Pay the renewal fee and submit your application

After submitting your application, it will be processed, and your license status will be updated. A status of "Pending Internal Review" means your application has been successfully submitted and is being reviewed by the IREC.

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