What is the consequence of failing to complete the necessary post-license education?

Failing to complete the necessary post-license education results in the broker's license becoming inactive. In Illinois, newly licensed brokers are required to fulfill specific continuing education courses within a designated timeframe. If these requirements are not met, the state does not immediately revoke the license; instead, it places the license in an inactive status.

While an inactive license means the broker cannot legally perform real estate activities, it also offers the opportunity to meet the education requirements in the future to reactivate the license. Thus, being placed inactive serves as a corrective measure to encourage ongoing professional education rather than an outright loss of licensure.