What can a sales associate do regarding their license status?

A sales associate has the ability to leave their license on inactive status indefinitely. This means that the associate can choose not to engage in any real estate activities while still holding their license in a non-active state. Remaining on inactive status allows a sales associate to maintain their licensing without the immediate need to actively pursue transactions, while also avoiding any potential violations of regulations that apply to active brokers and sales associates.

This is a strategic option for those who may be temporarily stepping back from real estate activities or who are unsure about their future involvement in the industry. It is important that sales associates are aware of the requirements and implications of maintaining inactive status, including any renewal fees or potential changes to education requirements that could apply when they choose to reactivate their license in the future.