After legally changing your name, what is the next step to obtain a new Delaware real estate license?

In Delaware, after legally changing your name, the correct next step to obtain a new real estate license is to confirm your name change online and submit the Request Duplicate License form. This process ensures that the state’s records are updated with your new name, which is crucial for maintaining compliance with licensing regulations and ensuring that all legal documents and communications reflect your current identity. By submitting the Request Duplicate License form, you are formally requesting a replacement license that displays your new name, which is important for your professional identification and credibility in real estate transactions.

This process also allows for accurate public records and helps avoid any potential issues during real estate transactions or while dealing with clients and other professionals in the industry. It's essential to follow the proper procedures established by the Delaware Real Estate Commission for these changes to be recognized legally.

Other choices involve steps that are not the standard procedures following a name change. For instance, asking a broker to submit a request for a new license or waiting for the commission to automatically mail a new license are not recognized methods for processing a name change in the Delaware real estate licensing system. Submitting a name change for approval to the REALTORS® Association is also not required in the context of obtaining a new license from the state, making the correct action to confirm