May 6, 2026

With the Pennsylvania real estate license renewal deadline approaching, there is still time to complete your required continuing education—but the window is closing quickly. The Association of REALTORS® School has supported more than 5,000 students this license renewal cycle through its wide range of course offerings. Through the renewal deadline, May 31, 2026, the School will continue to offer flexible, member-focused options designed to help you meet your 14-hour CE requirement efficiently and on your schedule. Whether you still need a few remaining credits or are just getting started, courses are available in formats that fit your day-to-day business—virtual via Zoom, self-paced online, and in-person instructor-led.

This is your final opportunity to ensure your CE is completed ahead of the renewal deadline. Complete your continuing education today through The Association of REALTORS® School and move confidently into your next license cycle.

To complete all of your CE for only $125, purchase the MCE Season Pass through the Association of REALTORS® School. Then, anytime you register online, over the phone, or in-person for an Association of REALTORS® School standard continuing education class (offered between July 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026) (virtual via Zoom or instructor-led in-person) you register for FREE. Click here to learn more and purchase the pass. 

Please note: The final Association of REALTORS® School class will be held on May 28. After this date, members may complete any remaining requirements through LEAP Online (self-paced, online).

Real estate agents can now renew their real estate licenses through the Pennsylvania Licensing System (PALS). The Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission has emailed licensees to notify them that renewals are being accepted and must be completed by Sunday, May 31, 2026. 

All licensees must complete the 14-hour CE requirements PRIOR to renewing their license. CE requirements are different depending on when your license was issued. Those who do not have copies of their transcripts should contact the schools where they took their courses. Transcripts for courses taken through The Association of REALTORS^® School are available in member's Secure Member Portal. Please note, proof of transcripts are no longer required as part of the license renewal process and are not submitted or uploaded into the system.

For agents who still need to complete continuing education, a full calendar of Accredited courses is available here.

For all things continuing education, including requirements, first-time renewal information, and more, click here.

Licenses issued between March 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 automatically come with a 2028 expiration date, meaning the license is valid through the next renewal cycle. This is referred to as a "Waiver Period."

Licensees who receive their real estate license during the “Waiver Period” are not required to complete continuing education, and do not need to pay for or submit a license renewal application during this cycle.

We encourage all members to log into their Pennsylvania Licensing System account to confirm the expiration date on their license(s).

Renewals must be completed online by Sunday, May 31. If an agent misses the May 31 deadline, the State Real Estate Commission considers the license expired, and real estate practice must immediately cease or be subject to possible discipline. 

Do not wait until the last minute to renew. Tri-County Suburban REALTORS^® is staffed through Friday, May 29, until 4:30pm for questions regarding renewal. The State Real Estate Commission will not be available for questions on Sunday, May 31.

Each year, hundreds of Tri-County Suburban REALTORS® members take advantage of the Tech Helpline—a complimentary member benefit designed to keep your business running smoothly. Whether you’re dealing with hardware, software, or connectivity issues, expert analysts are just a call or click away. The Tech Helpline offers support for hardware, software, networking, and digital devices.

Contact Information & Support
Call 800-897-0873
Analysts are also available via chat support or email
NOTE: You will need to provide your NRDS number when contacting the Tech Helpline. Don’t remember your NRDS number?  Click here or call Tri-County Suburban REALTORS® at 610-560-4800.

What Does The Tech Helpline Cover
Instruction for installing and configuring new hardware and software,
Recommendations for upgrades and updates,
Troubleshooting network issues,
And more!

For a complete list of hardware and software support provided by the Tech Helpline, click here.

NOTE: The Tech Helpline does NOT provide support on the following: Bright MLS, DocuSign, or Lone Wolf Transactions (zipForm Edition).

This May, PAR recognizes Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. 

In 2023, Asian Americans saw some of the largest gains in homeownership among racial groups, according to the National Association of Realtors® 2025 Snapshot of Race and Home Buying in America. From 2013 to 2023, the Asian American homeownership rate increased from 57.8% to 63.4%. This gain translates to about 1.6 million more Asian-owner households over the decade. 

Compared to other racial demographics, Asian American homeowners lag slightly behind the White homeownership rate (72.4%) but rise above the Black (44.7%) and Hispanic (51.0%) homeownership rates. 

Across all 50 states, plus Washington, D.C., the Asian American homeownership rate ranged from 30% (North Dakota) to 75% (Hawaii). In Pennsylvania, the rate was 63%. 

Although Asian Americans have the highest homeownership rate among minority racial groups, they continue to face barriers and challenges throughout the homebuying process. 

“AANHPIs have the highest income on average out of all racial groups, as well as the highest average credit score,” notes the Asian Real Estate Association of America’s 2024 State of Asia America Report. “Despite that, the Urban Institute found higher denial rates for Asian applicants than their White counterparts at all income and DTI levels.” 

Click here to read the full article on PAR's JustListed Blog.

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Kennett Square Borough Council will consider a revised short-term rentals ordinance that seeks to balance tourism concerns with maintaining a supply of attainable housing for young or first-time buyers. The draft ordinance, developed after residents grew concerned about several homes becoming full-time, short-term rentals, would establish that short-term rentals can only be in accessory dwelling units — like above a garage or in a guest house — within residential districts, with a limit of one short-term rental on the property at a time. Short-term rentals would be allowed as a principal use in the commercial district. The proposal also recommends a cap of 20 throughout the borough, with the roughly 25 existing short-term rentals grandfathered in.
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer; 4/29/2026 

May 8th | 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ethics in Real Estate
Association of REALTORS® School, Malvern

May 8th | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
The Power of 1031 Exchanges
Association of REALTORS^® School, Malvern

May 12th | 9:00am - 12:00pm
PA Req Agency Relationship Education 2024-2026
Virtual via Zoom

May 12th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
PA Req Fair Housing Education 2024-2026
Virtual via Zoom

May 13th | 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ethics in Real Estate
Virtual via Zoom

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