What Happens if Your Qualifying Agent's License Is Suspended or Revoked?
Your business loses its qualification immediately, the same as a resignation or termination — except neither of you chose it, and it may have nothing to do with your business at all.
Why would this happen?
Usually a licensing board disciplinary action — misconduct, negligence, or a violation the board decided to act on. It doesn't have to involve your business at all: since a single license can qualify multiple unrelated businesses, a problem entirely inside one of your qualifier's other business relationships can still cost you your qualification.
Does it matter whether it's a suspension or a revocation?
Yes. A suspension is usually temporary and time-limited, with a real path back once it ends. A revocation is typically permanent. That difference should drive your response — a short suspension might be worth waiting out, but a revocation means you need a permanent replacement, not a pause.
Can they keep working for you while this sorts out?
No, not as your qualifying agent. A suspended or revoked license means they legally can't fill that role regardless of what either of you wants — this isn't a relationship decision either side gets to make.
Can your business keep operating during the gap?
In most states, you may be able to complete existing contracts for a limited time even while unqualified, but starting new work usually isn't allowed at all until you have a qualifying agent in place again. Learn more about your state here to confirm what's permitted rather than assuming either way.
How do you find a replacement?
findQualifier.com is a public, searchable board of licensed professionals advertising their availability to work as a qualifier, by state and trade. Browse available qualifiers or post a listing so qualifiers can find you instead.