Current Licensees
The Louisiana Real Estate Appraisers Board biennial renewal period opens October 1 of each year.
There are two ways to renew – online or by paper submission. To expedite the processing of your renewal and the issuance of your license, certificate, or registration, we recommend that you take advantage of the online renewal process. Online renewals are easy to complete and you can pay via credit card or ACH through our secure processing system. Visit the MyLREAB Portal to begin the renewal process.
Renewal Period Deadlines
In order to be considered on time, renewals must be received or postmarked on or before December 31 of each year. Renewals completed after this date will be subject to the following delinquent fees:
- Timely Renewal Period: October 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
- First Delinquent Renewal Period: January 1, 2027 - February 15, 2027 ($25 delinquent fee) ($150 delinquent fee for AMCs)
- Second Delinquent Renewal Period: February 16, 2027 - June 30, 2027 ($100 delinquent fee) ($300 delinquent fee for AMCs)
Please note: Courses completed to satisfy your real estate license CE requirements will likely NOT count toward your appraisal CE requirement. If you wish to submit non-approved courses for review, you must do so prior to renewal. Courses will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please email the course description and course certificate to appraisal@lreab.gov or mail them to the Board office.
2027-28 Renewal Cycle Requirements
For the 2027–2028 renewal cycle (October 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027), appraisers must complete 28 hours of Board-approved continuing education, including the following two mandatory courses:
- 7-Hour USPAP Update Course
- Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations Course
Valuation Bias & Fair Housing Requirements:
Appraisers who have previously completed the initial 7-hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course must complete at least 4 hours of this education during the 2027–2028 renewal cycle.
Appraisers who have never completed the initial 7-hour course must complete the 7-hour course first before completing the 4-hour requirement for subsequent renewal cycles.
Appraisers completing this education as Qualifying Education (QE) for a license upgrade must complete an 8-hour Valuation Bias and Fair Housing Laws and Regulations course. The 4-hour renewal course does not satisfy the 8-hour QE requirement.
Remember: The two mandatory courses are included in the required 28 total hours of continuing education. Any remaining hours must be completed through other Board-approved CE courses.
Do Not Submit Continuing Education Certificates Prior to Renewal
All appraisers must upload all of their education certificates in one PDF for online renewals and copies if mailing in for the renewal process, regardless of whether they have previously submitted them or if they appear in the portal. Certificates are required to ensure timely renewal processing and compliance with ASC audits.
Be Sure to Update Your Contact Info
During the renewal period, the LREAB will use email communication to disseminate important renewal information regarding your license. Make sure your contact details are updated in your MyLREAB Portal to avoid missing critical information.
FHA Roster Updates
For information on the Federal Housing Administration roster data, contact the FHA via telephone (1-800-CALL-FHA), email (answers@hud.gov), or online (www.hud.gov/answers).