Resources for Commercial REALTORS®
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We offer commercial agents:
- Relevant and specialized continuing education and professional development opportunities
- REALTOR® advocacy at the state and federal levels
- Legal representation
- The most up-to-date news and resources
1031 Exchange Summit
Did you know: REALTORS® can use real estate to help fund their retirement and generate additional cash flow? By investing in what they know best and leveraging a 1031 exchange, these unique opportunities can help structure a plan for financial success. Hear from a veteran CE instructor and attorney who will dive into the world of 1031 exchanges, giving you timely tips and strategies. All the sessions will be recorded and made available for review for up to one year!
Register to attend NAR’s Center for Financial Wellness 1031 Exchange Summit recorded three-part series event. Each presentation will range around an hour and a half with Q&A. Attendees will get a copy of the recording if they join late or need to jump off early.
National Association of REALTORS (NAR):
Commercial Real Estate is everywhere: your local coffee shop, industrial park, downtown main street, and even the office where you work. NAR has a broad array of resources to help you provide the best service to your clients, and to be the best in your field. From education to advocacy efforts, from networking to property data – NAR works to help you be more profitable, while protecting the commercial real estate industry.
Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) Licensing Updates:
The Louisiana Real Estate Commission has announced changes to renewal period deadlines. The renewal period for 2024 will begin August 1, 2023. When you complete your renewal during the upcoming renewal period, you are renewing for January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024. Please keep in mind these new deadlines when completing your renewal.
On-Time Renewals: August 1 - September 30
First Delinquent Period: October 1 - November 15
subject to a $50 delinquent fee
Second Delinquent Period: November 16 - December 31
subject to a $200 delinquent fee
Continuing Education Requirement:
The continuing education (CE) requirement of 12 hours for license renewal remains in place and must be completed by December 31, 2023. You may renew your license prior to completing your education. Failure to complete CE by the December 31 deadline will be considered a violation of LREC law and rules and you will be subject to a fine.
Licensees are also required to prove that they have purchased Errors and Omissions coverage for January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024. This can be done either by selecting the LREC group insurance policy or submitting an Independent E&O Coverage form and a copy of your policy declaration page during renewal.
Have Questions? Visit lrec.gov/renewal-faqs
- Licensing questions: licensing@lrec.gov
- Education questions: education@lrec.gov
- Questions regarding citations, open cases, filing complaints: compliance@lrec.gov
- Questions regarding billing: billing@lrec.gov
- MyLREC Portal or website issues: it@lrec.gov
- General questions: info@lrec.gov
