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Your roadmap to becoming a licensed real estate agent in the Granite State
You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. You'll also need to pass a background check administered by the NH Real Estate Commission.
Enroll in a NH Real Estate Commission-approved 40-hour salesperson pre-licensing course. This covers both national and NH-specific real estate principles, including agency law, contracts, property rights, and NH statutes (RSA 331-A). Courses are available in-person and online through approved providers.
The NH exam has two parts: a National portion (80 questions, 150 minutes) and a State portion (40 questions, 90 minutes). You need 70% on each part to pass. The exam is administered by PSI at test centers across NH or via online proctoring. You have 6 months from completing your pre-license course to pass.
Before you can activate your license, you must affiliate with a licensed NH real estate broker. Research brokerages in your area, interview with several, and find the right fit for your career goals.
Submit your license application to the NH Real Estate Commission with your exam results, background check, and sponsoring broker information. Once approved, you're officially a licensed NH real estate salesperson!
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing (TILA, RESPA), agency principles, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and real estate math calculations.
NH Real Estate Commission authority (RSA 331-A), licensure requirements and procedures, regulation of licensee conduct (advertising, trust accounts, prohibited conduct), agency relationships and duties, and NH-specific topics including RSA 354-A (discrimination), condominiums (RSA 356-B), zoning, manufactured housing, and environmental regulations.
Focus on NH-specific statutes like RSA 331-A (Practice Act) and RSA 354-A (Human Rights). These appear heavily on the state portion.
Master the math! Commission calculations, prorations, and LTV ratios are common on both portions of the exam.
Study agency relationships carefully. Understanding buyer, seller, and dual agency is critical for both the national and state sections.
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You must be at least 18 years old and a US citizen or legal resident. Massachusetts also requires a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) background check.
Take a Board of Registration-approved 40-hour salesperson course covering national real estate principles and Massachusetts-specific laws. Topics include MA license law (MGL Ch. 112), fair housing (Ch. 151B), landlord-tenant (Ch. 186), lead paint requirements, and consumer protection (Ch. 93A).
The MA exam has a National portion (80 questions, ~2.5 hours) and a State portion (40 questions, ~1.5 hours). You need 70% on each to pass. The exam is administered by PSI at test centers across MA or online. Total cost is $85 ($54 test + $31 application). You have 2 years from course completion to pass.
Massachusetts requires you to work under a licensed broker. Interview with multiple brokerages to find the right training and commission structure for your goals.
Submit your application to the Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons. Note: MA requires you to pick up your physical license in person at the board office in Boston.
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing, agency principles, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and calculations.
MA license law and Board of Registration, agency and disclosure requirements, property rights (homestead protection, tenancy by the entirety), fair housing (Ch. 151B with expanded protected classes), landlord-tenant law (security deposits, lead paint), contracts and closing procedures, environmental regulations (Title V septic, wetlands), and finance and taxation (transfer stamps, recording fees).
MA adds several protected classes beyond federal fair housing law under Chapter 151B. Know them: age, ancestry, genetics, marital status, military/veteran status, and sexual orientation are all state-protected.
Title V septic system requirements are a favorite exam topic. Understand the inspection timeline and seller obligations.
Lead paint laws (Chapter 111) apply to homes built before 1978 and come up frequently on the state portion.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Maine also requires a background check through the Maine Real Estate Commission.
Maine requires 55 hours of approved pre-licensing education, which is more than most New England states. The curriculum covers national principles plus Maine-specific topics including the Maine Human Rights Act, property disclosure requirements, shoreland zoning, and agency relationships under Title 32 Chapter 114.
The ME exam has a National portion (80 questions, 2.5 hours) and a State portion (40 questions, 90 minutes). You need a scaled score of 75/100 on each part. Important: Maine uses Pearson VUE (not PSI), and the exam is in-person only at test centers across Maine. There is no online option.
You must affiliate with a licensed Maine real estate broker before activating your license. Maine brokers are required to supervise their agents, so look for a brokerage with strong training support.
Submit your application to the Maine Real Estate Commission with your exam results and broker affiliation. Continuing education requirement: brokers must complete 21 credit hours every 2 years.
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing, agency principles, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and calculations.
Maine Real Estate Commission authority, licensure requirements, licensee conduct and standards, agency relationships (buyer/seller, designated, transaction brokerage), Maine Human Rights Act, property disclosures, environmental regulations, land use and shoreland zoning, contracts and transactions, and commission negotiation (2025 changes).
Maine's exam uses scaled scoring (75/100), not a straight percentage. This means harder questions are worth more. Don't panic if you're unsure on a few tough ones.
Shoreland zoning is a uniquely Maine topic that appears often. Know the setback requirements and activity restrictions near water bodies.
Maine is the only New England state that requires in-person testing. Plan your test center trip in advance, especially if you're in a rural area.
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You must be at least 18 years old. New York requires a background check through the Department of State. You do not need to be a NY resident — non-residents can obtain a NY license.
New York requires 77 hours of approved salesperson pre-licensing education — the most in the Northeast. The curriculum covers national real estate principles plus NY-specific law including Real Property Law Article 12-A, the Agency Disclosure Form, NY Human Rights Law (Executive Law Article 15), the Property Condition Disclosure Act, cooperative (co-op) ownership, and NY transfer taxes. Courses are available in-person and online.
New York's exam is unique — it's a single unified exam with 75 questions (90 minutes). There is no separate national and state portion. The exam is administered entirely online through the NY Department of State's eAccessNY portal. You need 70% (53/75) to pass, and you have 2 years from course completion to sit for the exam.
New York requires you to be affiliated with a licensed NY real estate broker before your license can be issued. Interview with multiple brokerages — in NY, broker support and training quality vary widely, especially in competitive markets like NYC, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley.
Submit your license application through the NY Department of State's eAccessNY system. Your sponsoring broker will co-sign the application. The $15 application fee is paid at this stage. NY requires 22.5 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew, including mandatory fair housing and agency topics.
Unlike most states, New York uses a single blended exam rather than a separate national and state section. Expect questions covering: NY License Law (Article 12-A), agency and mandatory disclosure requirements, purchase contracts and NY's attorney-review process, property ownership (including co-ops — a uniquely common NY property type), fair housing (including NY's expanded protected classes like source of income), finance and the mortgage recording tax, property condition disclosures, land use and environmental issues, transfer taxes (NYS transfer tax + mansion tax), and real estate math.
Cooperative (co-op) ownership is heavily tested and unique to NY — understand proprietary leases, share ownership, and board approval processes. The NY Agency Disclosure Form must be presented at first substantive contact with a buyer or seller. Know the NYS transfer tax ($4 per $1,000 of sale price) and the mansion tax (1% on sales over $1M). NY is an attorney state — attorneys handle closings, which is different from most other states.
Cooperative (co-op) ownership is a NY-specific topic that doesn't appear on most other state exams. Dedicate real study time to understanding the difference between co-ops and condos — the exam tests it regularly.
New York's Human Rights Law expands federal fair housing protections significantly. Know the additional protected classes: source of income, lawful occupation, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and domestic violence victim status.
The Agency Disclosure Form requirement is a frequent exam topic. Know when it's required (first substantive contact), what it covers, and who must provide it.
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You must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check through the RI Department of Business Regulation.
Rhode Island requires 45 hours of salesperson pre-licensing education, plus a 3-hour Agency Law course and a 3-hour Lead Hazard Mitigation course (51 hours total). Topics include national principles plus RI-specific laws under RIGL 5-20.5 (License Act) and RIGL 5-20.6 (Agency Relationships).
The RI exam has a National portion (80 questions, 150 minutes) and a State portion (50 questions, 90 minutes). You need 70% on each. The exam is administered by Pearson VUE, primarily at the East Providence location or select MA sites. One online attempt is allowed. You have 1 year from eligibility to pass.
Rhode Island requires all licensees to carry Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance. Your brokerage may provide group coverage, or you may need to obtain your own policy.
Affiliate with a licensed RI broker and submit your application to the Department of Business Regulation. RI also maintains a Real Estate Recovery Account funded by licensee fees.
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing, agency principles, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and calculations.
RI Real Estate Commission authority, licensing requirements (including E&O insurance and Recovery Account), statutory requirements for licensees (28 questions covering advertising, commissions, handling of documents and monies, disclosure), RI agency relationships (RIGL 5-20.6), Fair Housing Practice Act (RIGL 34-37), landlord-tenant law (RIGL 34-18), and additional topics (lead paint, coastal resources/CRMC, condominiums, fire safety).
RI's state portion has 50 questions (not 40 like most states), with 28 of them on statutory requirements for licensees. This section is heavily tested, so know the rules on advertising, trust accounts, and commission handling inside and out.
The Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) is a uniquely RI topic. Understand their jurisdiction over coastal properties.
RI allows one online exam attempt. If you prefer testing from home, use it wisely. After that, it's in-person only.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Vermont requires a background check through the Vermont Real Estate Commission. You do not need to be a Vermont resident to obtain a VT license.
Enroll in a Vermont Real Estate Commission-approved 40-hour salesperson pre-licensing course. The curriculum covers national real estate principles plus Vermont-specific law including 26 VSA Ch. 41 (license law), the Vermont Fair Housing Act (9 VSA Ch. 139), Act 250 land use permits, wastewater and potable water supply rules, and Vermont's Land Gains Tax. Courses are available in-person and online.
The VT exam has two parts: a National portion (80 questions, 150 minutes) and a State portion (30 questions, 90 minutes). You need 70% on each section to pass. The exam is administered by PSI at test centers in the Burlington area or via online proctoring. You have 1 year from course completion to pass the exam.
Vermont requires you to work under a licensed supervising broker. The VT market is relationship-driven — interview with local brokerages in your target region (Burlington, Stowe, Southern VT) and find the right fit for your goals and market focus.
Submit your license application to the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation. Vermont requires 8 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew, including mandatory fair housing and agency topics. Reciprocity agreements are available with several neighboring states — check with the Commission for the current list.
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing (TILA, RESPA, mortgage types), general principles of agency, property disclosures, contracts, leasing and property management, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust, advertising), and real estate math calculations.
Vermont Real Estate Commission authority and structure, licensure requirements and renewals, licensee conduct and standards (advertising, trust accounts, prohibited conduct, broker supervision), agency relationships (buyer/seller representation, dual agency, designated agency, transaction broker status), and Vermont-specific principles including the Fair Housing Act, Act 250 land use permits, wastewater rules, shoreland regulations, agricultural land considerations, the Property Transfer Act, and Vermont's Land Gains Tax on short-term resales.
Act 250 is Vermont's landmark land use law and a unique exam topic. Understand when an Act 250 permit is required (large subdivisions, commercial projects) and the criteria the Environmental Commission reviews.
Vermont's Land Gains Tax applies to short-term resales of Vermont property and is calculated on a sliding scale based on how long the seller owned the property. It's a frequently tested VT-specific topic.
Wastewater system and potable water supply rules are important in Vermont's rural market. Know the basic disclosure and inspection requirements when a property has a private well or septic system.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Connecticut requires a background check through the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP).
Connecticut requires 60 hours of approved pre-licensing education, the most in New England. The curriculum covers national real estate principles plus CT-specific topics including the Department of Consumer Protection regulations, CT fair housing law (CGS 46a-64c), property disclosures, Common Interest Ownership Act (CIOA for condominiums), and the CT conveyance tax.
The CT exam has a National portion (80 questions, 120 minutes) and a State portion (30 questions, 45 minutes). You need 70% on each. The exam is administered by PSI at test centers in West Hartford and Milford, or via online proctoring. You have 1 year from your eligibility notice to pass, and 2 years after passing to apply for your license.
Connecticut requires you to work under a licensed broker. Your broker will submit your license application on your behalf through the DCP.
Your sponsoring broker submits the application to the Department of Consumer Protection. CT requires 12 hours of continuing education every 2 years to maintain your license.
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing, agency principles, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and calculations.
CT Real Estate Commission and DCP licensing (6 questions), laws governing licensees (10 questions covering prohibited activities, advertising, trust accounts, commission disputes, broker supervision), CT agency relationships (8 questions), and CT principles and practice (7 questions on fair housing, property disclosures, CIOA condominiums, environmental issues, and the conveyance tax).
CT has only 30 state questions, but "Laws Governing Licensees" accounts for 10 of them. Study prohibited activities, advertising rules, and trust account management thoroughly.
The CT conveyance tax is unique and frequently tested. Know the rates and who pays (typically the seller).
The Common Interest Ownership Act (CIOA) governs condos and HOAs in CT. Understand the resale certificate requirements and buyer's right to cancel.
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You must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check through the NJ Real Estate Commission. Non-residents can obtain a NJ license, and NJ has reciprocity agreements with several states — check with the Commission for the current list.
New Jersey requires 75 hours of approved salesperson pre-licensing education — the same as PA and NY. The curriculum covers national real estate principles plus NJ-specific topics including the NJ Law Against Discrimination (LAD), the Consumer Fraud Act, Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act (PREDFDA), Condominium Act, environmental disclosure requirements, and agency relationships under NJSA 45:15.
The NJ exam has two sections: a National portion (80 questions, 150 minutes) and a State portion (30 questions, 45 minutes). You need 70% on each section to pass. The exam is administered by PSI at test centers across NJ or via online proctoring. You have 1 year from completing your pre-license course to pass.
New Jersey requires you to work under a licensed broker. NJ has a wide range of brokerage models — from large national franchises to boutique independents. Interview several and look for strong training support, especially in your target market (North Jersey, Shore, South Jersey markets all differ significantly).
Submit your application to the NJ Real Estate Commission with your exam results and broker affiliation. NJ requires 12 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew your license, including mandatory core topics.
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing (TILA, RESPA, mortgage types), general principles of agency, property disclosures, contracts, leasing and property management, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust, advertising), and real estate math calculations.
NJ Real Estate Commission authority (NJSA 45:15), licensure requirements and procedures, licensee conduct and standards (advertising, trust accounts, prohibited conduct, Consumer Fraud Act obligations), agency disclosure requirements and relationships, NJ Law Against Discrimination (LAD — expanded protected classes), Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act (PREDFDA), Condominium Act, environmental issues (ISRA, DEP requirements, CAFRA for coastal properties), NJ Realty Transfer Fee, and flood zone disclosure requirements.
The NJ Law Against Discrimination (LAD) goes further than federal fair housing law. Know the additional protected classes including gender identity and expression, source of lawful income, domestic partnership status, and atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait.
PREDFDA governs planned real estate developments and is a frequently tested NJ-specific topic. Understand the Public Offering Statement requirements and the buyer's rescission rights.
CAFRA (Coastal Area Facility Review Act) applies to development near coastal areas. Know the basic permitting requirements — it's unique to NJ and appears regularly on the state portion.
The NJ Realty Transfer Fee is paid by the seller and calculated on a sliding scale based on sale price. Know the basic structure and who is responsible — it's a common exam question.
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You must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check through the PA State Real Estate Commission. Pennsylvania has one of the longer eligibility windows — you have 3 years from completing your pre-license education to pass the exam and apply for your license.
Pennsylvania requires 75 hours of approved salesperson pre-licensing education under the Real Estate Licensing and Registration Act (RELRA). The curriculum covers national real estate principles plus PA-specific topics including the PA Human Relations Act (PHRA), Seller Disclosure Law (Act 49), PA transfer taxes, oil and gas rights, and the Consumer Notice requirement unique to PA.
The PA exam has two sections: a National portion (80 questions, 150 minutes) and a State portion (30 questions, 45 minutes). Important: Pennsylvania requires a 75% passing score — higher than most states. The exam is administered by PSI at test centers across PA or via online proctoring.
Pennsylvania requires you to work under a licensed broker. Your broker must have an established office in PA. Look for brokerages with strong training programs — PA's diverse markets (Philadelphia metro, Pittsburgh, Central PA, rural areas) all have different dynamics worth understanding early.
Submit your application to the PA State Real Estate Commission. PA requires 14 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew your license, including mandatory modules on fair housing, ethics, and real estate law updates.
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing (TILA, RESPA, mortgage types), general principles of agency, property disclosures, contracts, leasing and property management, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust, advertising), and real estate math calculations. Note: the passing score is 75%, not 70% — you need to score higher than on most other state exams.
PA State Real Estate Commission authority (RELRA), licensure requirements and renewals, licensee conduct and standards (advertising, trust account requirements, office requirements, broker supervision, E&O insurance), Consumer Notice requirement (PA's version of agency disclosure — must be presented at first meeting), PA Human Relations Act (PHRA — expanded protected classes), Seller Disclosure Law (Act 49 of 1996), PA transfer taxes (state + local combined), oil and gas rights and severance, agricultural land preservation (Act 515 preferential assessment), and environmental issues (PA DEP, Act 2 cleanup standards).
PA's passing score is 75%, not 70%. This is the most important thing to know going in. You need to be more thoroughly prepared than for most other states — aim for consistent 80%+ on practice tests before sitting for the real exam.
The PA Consumer Notice is unique. Unlike most states that use an agency disclosure form, PA requires a Consumer Notice to be presented at the first meeting with a buyer or seller. Know the content, timing, and purpose — it's heavily tested.
Oil and gas rights are a PA-specific topic that doesn't appear on most other state exams. Understand the concept of severance (separating mineral rights from surface rights) and how it affects property transactions in PA.
PA transfer taxes combine a state tax (1%) and a local tax (1% in most areas) for a total of 2%. Know who typically pays (split between buyer and seller by custom) and how it's calculated — it's a common math question.
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Informational guide. Passli does not currently cover Florida. This guide is provided to help you understand the FL licensing process. Let us know you're interested and we'll prioritize FL expansion.
You must be at least 18 years old, have a US Social Security number, and hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Florida does not require you to be a FL resident — non-residents can obtain a FL license. A background check is required through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
Florida requires 63 hours of DBPR-approved pre-licensing education (Course I). The curriculum covers both national real estate principles and Florida-specific law including the Florida Real Estate License Law (Chapter 475 F.S.), the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC), agency relationships, property disclosures, and escrow requirements. Courses are available in-person and online.
Before scheduling your exam, you must submit an application to DBPR and pay the $89 application fee. DBPR reviews your background check at this stage. Once approved, you'll receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) notice allowing you to schedule your exam.
Florida's exam is a single 100-question test (not split into national and state sections like most states). The exam covers approximately 45 national concept questions and 45 FL-specific questions, plus 10 unscored pretest items. You need a 75% passing score (75/100). The exam is administered by Pearson VUE and can be taken in-person or online. You have 2 years from application approval to pass.
After passing the exam, your license is issued in inactive status. You must affiliate with a licensed FL real estate broker to activate it. Florida has a large and diverse brokerage market — from luxury coastal specialists to commercial-focused brokerages. Interview several before committing.
Unlike most states, Florida uses a single unified exam rather than separate national and state portions. Questions cover: Florida Real Estate License Law (Chapter 475 F.S.), FREC authority and disciplinary procedures, agency relationships and disclosure requirements, property ownership and rights (including FL homestead exemption), contracts and closings under FL law, fair housing (including FL-specific provisions), financing and mortgage concepts, valuation and appraisal, property management, and real estate math calculations (commissions, prorations, documentary stamps).
The FL documentary stamp tax is a heavily tested calculation topic — know the rates on deeds ($0.70 per $100 in most counties, $0.60 in Dade County) and mortgages ($0.35 per $100). The FL homestead exemption reduces assessed value for owner-occupied properties and comes up frequently. FREC's disciplinary authority and the FL Real Estate Recovery Fund are common exam topics. Know the distinction between active and inactive license status and the requirements for each.
Florida's 75% passing threshold is higher than most states. Aim to consistently score 80%+ on practice tests before sitting for the real exam.
The documentary stamp tax calculation is one of the most commonly tested math problems in FL. Practice it until it's automatic: deed stamps = (sale price / 100) × $0.70 (or $0.60 in Miami-Dade).
FL uses a post-licensing education requirement: you must complete 45 hours of post-license education within your first renewal period (18-24 months) or your license expires. Know this exists — it comes up on the exam.
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Informational guide. Passli does not currently cover North Carolina. This guide is provided to help you understand the NC licensing process. Let us know you're interested and we'll prioritize NC expansion.
You must be at least 18 years old. North Carolina requires a criminal background check through the NC Real Estate Commission (NCREC). NC residents and non-residents can both apply — NC has reciprocity agreements with several states.
NC requires 75 hours of NCREC-approved pre-licensing education covering both national real estate principles and NC-specific law including the NC Real Estate License Law (Chapter 93A), agency relationships under the NC Residential Real Property Disclosure Act, NC fair housing law, and brokerage relationships.
The NC exam has two sections: a National portion (80 questions, 150 minutes) and a State portion (40 questions, 90 minutes). You need 57/80 (71%) on the national portion and 29/40 (71%) on the state portion to pass. The exam is administered by PSI. If you fail one section you only need to retake that section — your passing score on the other remains valid for 12 months.
Submit your license application to NCREC. NC issues a Provisional Broker license initially. During your first provisional period you must complete 90 hours of post-licensing education (three 30-hour courses) before your first renewal, or your license will lapse.
As a Provisional Broker, you must work under a Broker-in-Charge (BIC). NC's diverse markets — Charlotte, Research Triangle, Asheville, coastal areas — offer a wide range of brokerage environments. Choose one aligned with your target market and career goals.
Property ownership and land use, valuation and market analysis, financing, general principles of agency, property disclosures, contracts, leasing and property management, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust, advertising), and real estate math.
NC Real Estate Commission authority and structure, the NC Real Estate License Law (Chapter 93A), brokerage relationships and the NC Working With Real Estate Agents brochure, agency disclosure requirements, the Residential Property and Owners' Association Disclosure Act, trust account requirements, NC fair housing law, license categories (Provisional Broker, Broker, Broker-in-Charge), post-licensing education requirements, and disciplinary procedures.
NC's "Working With Real Estate Agents" brochure governs how agents must disclose their role to consumers. Know when it must be provided (first substantive contact) and what it covers — it's heavily tested on the state portion.
NC has three license tiers: Provisional Broker, Broker, and Broker-in-Charge. Know the requirements and limitations of each — the distinctions appear frequently on the exam.
NC's Residential Property Disclosure Act requires sellers to disclose known material defects. Know which properties are exempt and the consequences of non-disclosure.
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Informational guide. Passli does not currently cover Georgia. This guide is provided to help you understand the GA licensing process. Let us know you're interested and we'll prioritize GA expansion.
You must be at least 18 years old and a legal US resident. Georgia requires a criminal background check through the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC). Non-residents may apply but must designate a GA resident to receive service of process on their behalf.
Georgia requires 75 hours of GREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national real estate principles and GA-specific topics including the Georgia License Law (O.C.G.A. Title 43, Chapter 40), agency relationships, the Brokerage Relationships in Real Estate Transactions Act (BRRETA), property disclosures, and GA fair housing law.
The GA exam is administered by AMP (Applied Measurement Professionals) and consists of 152 questions total (national and state combined). You need 72% to pass. AMP testing centers are located throughout Georgia, and some online proctored options may be available. You have 12 months from completing pre-licensing education to pass the exam.
Georgia requires you to work under a licensed real estate broker. GA's markets vary significantly — Atlanta metro, coastal Georgia (Savannah, Brunswick), mountain communities, and rural areas all present different opportunities. Research the brokerage culture in your target market before committing.
Submit your license application to GREC with your exam results and broker affiliation. GA requires 25 hours of post-license education within the first year and 36 hours of continuing education every 4 years thereafter to maintain your license.
National topics: property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing, agency principles, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math. GA state topics: Georgia License Law (O.C.G.A. Title 43, Ch. 40), GREC authority, BRRETA agency relationships, GA agency disclosure requirements, property management under GA law, GA fair housing requirements, trust account rules, and disciplinary procedures.
BRRETA (Brokerage Relationships in Real Estate Transactions Act) is Georgia's agency law and one of the most heavily tested state topics. Understand the four relationship types: seller's agent, buyer's agent, dual agent, and transaction broker.
Georgia uses AMP as its exam provider, not PSI or Pearson VUE. The interface and format may feel different from other states' exams — if you've tested in other states before, adjust your expectations.
GA's post-licensing education requirement (25 hours in year one) is easy to overlook during exam prep. Know it exists and plan for it from the start.
We're expanding state coverage based on demand. Let us know you're interested and we'll prioritize GA.
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Informational guide. Passli does not currently cover California. This guide is provided to help you understand the CA licensing process. Let us know you're interested and we'll prioritize CA expansion.
You must be at least 18 years old. California does not require you to be a CA resident — non-residents can obtain a CA license. A background check is required through the California Department of Real Estate (CA DRE). California has no reciprocity agreements with other states.
California requires three DRE-approved courses totaling 135 hours: Real Estate Principles (45 hours), Real Estate Practice (45 hours), and one elective course (45 hours — common choices include Real Estate Finance, Appraisal, or Property Management). All three must be completed before applying to take the exam.
Submit your Salesperson Exam/License Application to the CA DRE with the $60 exam fee and $245 license fee. After DRE approves your application (typically 3-6 weeks), you'll receive an eligibility notice to schedule your exam with PSI.
California's exam is 150 multiple-choice questions with a 3-hour time limit. There is no separate national and state section — all 150 questions cover both national concepts and CA-specific law. You need 70% (105/150) to pass. The exam is administered by PSI at test centers throughout California.
After passing the exam, your license is issued but must be held by a licensed CA broker to be active. California's brokerage landscape is enormous and varied — from high-volume residential teams in Southern CA to boutique luxury specialists in the Bay Area and everything in between.
Property ownership and land use (zoning, subdivisions, California Subdivided Lands Act), valuation and appraisal, financing (California Finance Lenders Law, mortgage concepts, trust deeds vs mortgages — CA uses trust deeds), agency relationships (CA agency disclosure requirements, dual agency with written consent), contracts (CA purchase agreements, contingencies, liquidated damages clause), property disclosures (TDS — Transfer Disclosure Statement, natural hazard disclosures, Megan's Law database), fair housing (Unruh Civil Rights Act, Fair Employment and Housing Act — FEHA), escrow and title (CA uses escrow companies, not attorneys), and real estate math.
California uses trust deeds (not mortgages) in most real estate transactions — know the trustor, trustee, and beneficiary roles and the non-judicial foreclosure process. The Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS) is mandatory for most residential sales and is heavily tested. California's natural hazard disclosure requirements cover seismic zones, flood zones, fire hazard areas, and more. The CA Documentary Transfer Tax is calculated per county — know the basic formula ($1.10 per $1,000 of taxable value for most counties).
With 135 hours of pre-licensing and 150 exam questions, California has one of the most demanding licensing processes in the country. Budget 3-6 months for thorough preparation.
Trust deeds vs mortgages is a fundamental CA distinction. California is a trust deed state — there is no mortgage, no mortgagor, and no mortgagee. The parties are trustor (borrower), trustee (neutral third party), and beneficiary (lender).
The Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS) is California's primary property disclosure form. Know what it covers, who must complete it, when it must be delivered, and the buyer's right to cancel after receiving it.
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Informational guide. Passli does not currently cover Texas. This guide is provided to help you understand the TX licensing process. Let us know you're interested and we'll prioritize TX expansion.
You must be at least 18 years old, a legal US resident, and meet TREC's (Texas Real Estate Commission) honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity standards. A criminal background check is required. Non-residents may apply, but TX has no reciprocity with other states.
Texas has the highest pre-licensing education requirement in the country — 180 hours across six mandatory courses: Principles of Real Estate I (30 hrs), Principles of Real Estate II (30 hrs), Law of Agency (30 hrs), Law of Contracts (30 hrs), Promulgated Contract Forms (30 hrs), and Real Estate Finance (30 hrs). All courses must be from TREC-approved providers.
Apply to TREC before or while completing your education. TREC performs a background check and issues an eligibility determination. The application fee is $205. It's recommended to apply early as the review process can take several weeks.
The TX exam has two sections: a National portion (85 questions, 150 minutes) and a State portion (40 questions, 90 minutes). You need 56/85 (70%) on the national portion and 21/30 (70%) on the state portion. The exam is administered by Pearson VUE at test centers across Texas or via online proctoring. You must pass both sections within 1 year of TREC approval.
After passing the exam, you must be sponsored by a TREC-licensed broker before your license activates. Texas has a large and competitive brokerage market — DFW, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio are all major metros with very different market dynamics. Choose a brokerage that aligns with your target market and provides strong training support.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing concepts (TILA, RESPA, mortgage types), general principles of agency, property disclosures, contracts, leasing and property management, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust, advertising), and real estate math calculations.
TREC authority and the Texas Real Estate License Act (TRELA), license requirements and obligations, agency relationships under Texas law, TREC promulgated contract forms (Texas uses standardized contracts — agents must use them), property disclosures (Seller's Disclosure Notice), the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) and its impact on real estate, the Texas Real Estate Recovery Trust Account, advertising rules, and trust account / escrow requirements.
TREC promulgated contract forms are uniquely important in Texas. Unlike most states, Texas agents are required to use TREC-approved standardized contracts. Know the major forms: One to Four Family Residential Contract, New Home Contract, Farm and Ranch Contract, and the addenda. This is heavily tested.
The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) gives consumers powerful remedies against misrepresentation. Know what constitutes a DTPA violation in a real estate context and the potential penalties — it appears regularly on the state portion.
With 180 hours of pre-licensing required, TX has the most demanding entry requirements in the country. Budget 4-6 months for education and exam prep combined. Don't rush the process.
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Informational guide. Passli does not currently cover Arizona. This guide is provided to help you understand the AZ licensing process. Let us know you're interested and we'll prioritize AZ expansion.
You must be at least 18 years old and pass a background check through the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE). Arizona has reciprocity agreements with several states — check with ADRE for the current list. Non-residents may apply for an AZ license.
Arizona requires 90 hours of ADRE-approved pre-licensing education covering national real estate principles and AZ-specific topics including the Arizona Real Estate Statutes (A.R.S. Title 32, Chapter 20), agency law, Arizona-specific disclosure requirements, the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, and the Arizona Department of Real Estate's rules and regulations.
The AZ exam is one of the longer licensing exams — 180 questions total (national and state combined) with a 3.5-hour time limit. You need 75% to pass. The exam is administered by Pearson VUE at test centers across Arizona or via online proctoring.
Submit your license application to ADRE with your exam results and the $60 application fee. ADRE reviews your background check results and issues your license. Arizona requires 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew, including mandatory commissioner standards and contract writing courses.
Arizona requires you to work under a licensed broker. AZ has a diverse and growing market — Phoenix metro, Tucson, Scottsdale luxury, and retirement community markets all offer different opportunities. Many AZ agents specialize in relocation and second-home buyers, which is worth understanding early in your career.
National topics follow the standard AMP/PSI national content outline. AZ state topics include: Arizona Real Estate Statutes (A.R.S. Title 32, Ch. 20), ADRE authority and commissioner rules, agency relationships and AZ disclosure requirements, the Residential Resale Real Estate Purchase Contract, AZ-specific disclosure requirements (SPDS — Seller Property Disclosure Statement, CLUE reports, HOA disclosures), the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, trust account requirements, AZ fair housing law, unsubdivided and subdivided land rules (unique to AZ due to remote/desert land sales history), and the AZ Real Estate Recovery Fund.
Arizona's land fraud history shaped its real estate law significantly. The state has strict rules around the sale of unsubdivided and subdivided land, including Public Report requirements from ADRE. This is unique to AZ and appears on the exam.
The Seller Property Disclosure Statement (SPDS) is Arizona's primary disclosure form. Know what it covers, when it must be delivered, and the buyer's right to rescind after receiving it.
With 180 questions and a 75% passing threshold, the AZ exam is one of the more challenging licensing exams. Allocate adequate study time — don't underestimate it based on the 90-hour pre-licensing requirement alone.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have completed at least 10th grade from an accredited high school or equivalent. Montana requires a background check including fingerprinting through the Montana Board of Realty Regulation (BRR). Non-residents may obtain a MT license — Montana has reciprocity agreements with several states, check with the BRR for the current list.
Montana requires 70 hours of BRR-approved pre-licensing education, completed within the past 24 months. The curriculum covers national real estate principles plus Montana-specific topics including the MT Board of Realty Regulation (MCA 37-51), agency relationships, water rights under Montana's prior appropriation doctrine, mineral rights and severance, the Montana Subdivision and Platting Act, and trust deed foreclosure procedures. Courses are available in-person and online.
The MT exam consists of 100 national questions and 33 state-specific questions (133 total), with a 3.5-hour time limit. Unlike most states, Montana intermixes national and state questions rather than presenting them in separate sections. You need a 75% passing score — higher than most states. The exam is administered by Pearson VUE at test centers in Billings, Butte, Great Falls, Kalispell, and Missoula, or via online proctoring. You have 12 months from passing the exam to apply for your license.
Montana requires all licensees to carry Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance before activating a license. You must also be employed by or under contract with a licensed broker who holds a supervising broker endorsement. Montana's diverse markets — Bozeman, Missoula, Kalispell, Billings, and rural ranch country — each have distinct dynamics. Research brokerages that align with your target market.
Submit your application to the Montana Board of Realty Regulation online through the state licensing portal with your exam results, E&O certificate, and broker affiliation. Important: Montana requires 12 hours of continuing education every year — not every 2 years like most states. Plan for annual CE from your first renewal forward.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing (mortgage types, TILA, RESPA), general principles of agency, property disclosures, contracts, leasing and property management, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust, advertising), and real estate math calculations. Note: unlike most states, these questions are intermixed with state questions rather than presented as a separate section.
Montana Board of Realty Regulation authority and structure (MCA 37-51), licensure requirements and supervising broker endorsement, agency relationships and disclosure under MT law, water rights — Montana's prior appropriation doctrine is heavily tested, mineral rights and severance (surface vs subsurface ownership), the Montana Subdivision and Platting Act and 20-acre exemption, trust deeds and non-judicial foreclosure (Montana is a trust deed state), property disclosures, MT Human Rights Act (MCA 49-2 — fair housing), and landlord-tenant law (MCA 70-24).
Water rights under Montana's prior appropriation doctrine ("first in time, first in right") are unlike anything tested in Eastern states. Know the difference between appropriative and riparian rights, how water rights are transferred with or separately from land, and the role of the MT DNRC. Mineral rights severance — the separation of surface and subsurface ownership — is common in Montana ranch transactions and heavily tested. The 20-acre exemption under the Subdivision and Platting Act is frequently tested: parcels of 20 acres or more are generally exempt from subdivision review requirements, but there are important exceptions to know.
Montana's 75% passing threshold is higher than most states. Aim to consistently score 80%+ on practice tests before sitting for the real exam — you need more cushion than a 70% state.
Water rights are the most uniquely Montana topic and are heavily tested. Spend real time understanding prior appropriation — "first in time, first in right" — and how water rights attach to land or transfer separately. This doesn't appear on any other state's exam in the same depth.
Montana intermixes national and state questions rather than separating them into two distinct sections. You won't know at any given point whether you're in the "national" or "state" part — so you need strong knowledge of both without relying on context cues.
Annual CE — not biennial — is the rule in Montana. Know this distinction going in; it's a common exam question about licensee obligations. 12 hours every year, not every 2 years.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Maryland requires a background check as part of the application process through the Maryland Real Estate Commission.
Enroll in a Maryland Real Estate Commission-approved 60-hour pre-licensing course covering real estate principles, the Maryland Real Estate Brokers Act (Business Occupations and Professions Article, Title 17), agency law, contracts, and Maryland-specific topics including ground rent -- a uniquely Maryland concept found primarily in Baltimore where a homeowner owns the building but pays annual rent on the land.
The MD exam has a National portion (80 questions) and a State portion (30 questions). You need 70% on each part to pass. Administered by PSI at test centers statewide or via online proctoring. You have 1 year from passing to activate your license.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed MD broker. Research brokerages across Maryland's diverse markets including Baltimore City, Baltimore County suburbs, the DC Metro area, Eastern Shore, and Western Maryland.
Submit your application to the Maryland Real Estate Commission online with your exam results and broker affiliation. Maryland requires 15 hours of CE every 2 years, including mandatory ethics and legislative update courses.
Property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing (TILA, RESPA, mortgage types), agency principles, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Maryland Real Estate Brokers Act (Title 17), Maryland Real Estate Commission authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under MD law, trust account requirements, advertising rules, ground rent (a uniquely Maryland leasehold concept in Baltimore), Maryland fair housing law, and HOA disclosures.
Ground rent is a uniquely Maryland concept on the state exam. It's a leasehold interest primarily in Baltimore where a homeowner owns the building but pays annual rent on the land. Know the redemption rights and disclosure requirements.
Maryland's proximity to DC means both federal fair housing law and the Maryland Fair Housing Act appear on the exam. Know both sets of protected classes.
The state portion is only 30 questions -- one of the smaller state sections -- so each question carries significant weight.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Delaware performs a criminal background check as part of the licensing process.
Delaware requires 99 hours of approved pre-licensing coursework -- among the highest in the Mid-Atlantic. The curriculum covers both national real estate principles and Delaware-specific laws including the Delaware Real Estate Act (24 Del. C. Section 2900), agency relationships, and Delaware-specific practices in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties. Sussex County's coastal real estate has unique considerations worth studying.
The DE exam consists of 80 national questions and 40 state questions (120 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Delaware or via online proctoring. You have 1 year from your exam pass date to apply for your license.
All new licensees must work under a licensed Delaware broker. Delaware's market is heavily influenced by coastal markets (Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island) and the Wilmington-Philadelphia corridor.
Submit your application to the Delaware Real Estate Commission with exam results, background check, and broker affiliation. Delaware requires 21 hours of continuing education every 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math calculations.
Delaware Real Estate Act (24 Del. C. Section 2900), Delaware Real Estate Commission structure and authority, licensure requirements, agency disclosure requirements, trust account requirements, advertising regulations, property disclosure laws, and Delaware landlord-tenant code.
Delaware's 99-hour pre-license requirement is among the highest for a salesperson license. Take it seriously -- the exam content aligns closely with the coursework.
Coastal real estate in Sussex County (Rehoboth Beach area) is a major economic driver. Understand vacation rental regulations, coastal zone management, and second-home transactions.
Delaware has no state income tax, which affects buyer motivation and occasionally appears as context in exam scenarios.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Virginia does not require a high school diploma for licensure, but you must have a good reputation for honesty and pass a background check through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR).
Complete 60 hours of approved salesperson pre-licensing education. The curriculum covers national principles and Virginia-specific content including the Virginia Real Estate Licensing Act (Section 54.1-2100 et seq.), agency relationships, Property Owners Association (POA) disclosures, and the Virginia Residential Property Disclosure Act.
The VA exam consists of 80 national questions and 40 state questions (120 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers throughout Virginia or via online proctoring. You have 1 year from your exam pass date to apply.
Your salesperson license must be affiliated with a principal broker. Virginia's markets are diverse -- Northern Virginia/DC suburbs, Richmond, Hampton Roads, the Shenandoah Valley, and Southwest Virginia each have distinct characteristics.
Apply online through DPOR. Submit your exam results, background check, and broker affiliation. Virginia requires 16 hours of post-license education in the first year and 16 hours of CE every 2 years thereafter.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles (TILA, RESPA, mortgage types), agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Virginia Real Estate Licensing Act (Section 54.1-2100), Virginia Real Estate Board structure and authority, licensure categories, agency relationships and written disclosure requirements, the Virginia Residential Property Disclosure Act, Property Owners Association (POA) Act and Condominium Act disclosure requirements, trust account regulations, and the Virginia Fair Housing Law.
POA and condo disclosures are heavily tested in Virginia. The POA Act requires sellers to provide a disclosure packet to buyers -- know the timeline, what's included, buyer cancellation rights, and seller liability for non-disclosure.
Virginia requires written agency disclosure at the first substantive contact. Know exactly when and how this must happen -- it's a common exam scenario.
Virginia's post-license education requirement (16 hours in year one) is separate from the pre-license course and appears as an exam question topic about licensee obligations.
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You must be at least 18 years old. West Virginia requires a criminal background check as part of the application through the West Virginia Real Estate Commission.
Complete 90 hours of West Virginia Real Estate Commission-approved pre-licensing education. The curriculum covers national principles and WV-specific content including the West Virginia Real Estate License Act (WV Code Section 30-40), agency relationships, and uniquely West Virginia topics: mineral rights severance (surface vs. subsurface ownership is extremely common in WV transactions) and split-estate properties.
The WV exam has 80 national questions and 40 state questions (120 total). You need 70% on each portion to pass. Administered by PSI at test centers in Charleston, Morgantown, and other locations or via online proctoring.
Your license must be placed under a licensed WV broker. West Virginia's markets range from the Eastern Panhandle (influenced by DC/Baltimore) to Charleston and Huntington, to rural mountain communities with vacation and recreational properties.
Submit your application to the West Virginia Real Estate Commission with exam results, background check, and broker affiliation. WV requires 7 hours of continuing education per year.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
West Virginia Real Estate License Act (WV Code Section 30-40), Real Estate Commission authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under WV law, trust account requirements, advertising regulations, mineral rights and severance (a uniquely WV topic -- separation of surface rights from subsurface mineral rights), split-estate property issues, and WV fair housing law.
Mineral rights severance is a uniquely West Virginia topic that's heavily tested. In WV, it's extremely common for surface rights and mineral rights (coal, oil, gas) to be owned separately. Understand how severance affects title, disclosure obligations, and buyer due diligence.
West Virginia is one of the most rural states -- understand how rural property transactions, well and septic systems, and access easements affect real estate practice.
Study the West Virginia Real Estate License Act carefully. The state portion is 40 questions and the Act governs most of what's tested.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. South Carolina requires a background check through the South Carolina Real Estate Commission.
Complete 60 hours of SC Real Estate Commission-approved pre-licensing education. The curriculum covers national principles and SC-specific content including the South Carolina Real Estate License Act, agency relationships, coastal zone management (important for SC's barrier island and Lowcountry markets), and the SC Vacation Rental Act.
The SC exam has 80 national questions and 30 state questions (110 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Columbia, Charleston, Greenville, and elsewhere, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be under a licensed SC broker. SC markets range from the Myrtle Beach resort market and Charleston's historic market to Greenville-Spartanburg's growing metro and rural Lowcountry communities.
Apply through the South Carolina Real Estate Commission online portal. SC requires 10 hours of CE every 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math calculations.
South Carolina Real Estate License Act, SC Real Estate Commission authority, licensure requirements, agency disclosure, trust account regulations, advertising rules, coastal zone management and tidelands regulations, SC Vacation Rental Act, property disclosure laws, and SC fair housing provisions.
Coastal zone management and tidelands regulations are uniquely South Carolina topics. Barrier islands, tidal wetlands, and oceanfront properties have special regulatory considerations -- understand the basics of the SC Coastal Zone Management Act.
The Myrtle Beach area has one of the highest concentrations of vacation rentals in the country. The SC Vacation Rental Act governs short-term rentals and can appear on the state exam.
The state portion is only 30 questions in SC -- one of the smaller state sections -- which means each question counts more. Study SC-specific content carefully.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Tennessee requires a criminal background check including fingerprinting through the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC).
Complete 90 hours of TREC-approved pre-licensing education. The 90 hours are typically structured as a 60-hour Principles course plus a 30-hour New Affiliates course (completed after passing the exam). The curriculum covers national principles and TN-specific content including the Tennessee Real Estate Broker License Act of 1973.
The TN exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Exams are administered by PSI at test centers in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a Tennessee principal broker. Tennessee's diverse markets include fast-growing Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and rapidly expanding suburban and rural markets throughout the state.
Apply through the TREC online portal. Tennessee requires completion of the New Affiliates course within 1 year of passing the exam. CE requirement is 16 hours every 2 years.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Tennessee Real Estate Broker License Act of 1973, TREC structure and authority, licensure requirements and classifications, agency relationships and disclosure under TN law, trust account requirements, advertising rules, Tennessee Residential Property Condition Disclosure, TN fair housing provisions, and landlord-tenant law.
Tennessee's state exam portion is 50 questions -- one of the larger state sections. Invest significant study time in TN-specific laws, particularly the Broker License Act and agency disclosure requirements.
Tennessee has no state income tax on wages, which is a selling point agents often use. Know the basics of TN's tax structure as it can appear in exam context.
Nashville's explosive growth has made TN one of the most competitive real estate markets in the South. Understanding multiple-offer situations and contract strategies isn't just good for business -- it's good exam prep.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Kentucky requires a criminal background check. Kentucky is an attorney closing state -- real estate closings are typically conducted by attorneys, which affects transaction practices.
Complete 96 hours of Kentucky Real Estate Commission-approved pre-licensing education. The course covers national principles and KY-specific content including the Kentucky Real Estate License Law (KRS Chapter 324), agency relationships, and Kentucky's practice as an attorney closing state.
The KY exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). Note Kentucky's 75% passing threshold -- higher than many states. Administered by PSI at test centers in Lexington, Louisville, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed KY broker. Kentucky's major markets include Louisville, Lexington, Northern Kentucky (Cincinnati metro), Bowling Green, and Owensboro.
Apply through the Kentucky Real Estate Commission portal. Kentucky requires 6 hours of post-license education in the first renewal cycle and 6 hours of CE every 2 years thereafter.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Kentucky Real Estate License Law (KRS Chapter 324), Kentucky Real Estate Commission authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account regulations, advertising rules, Kentucky attorney closing requirement and its implications, Kentucky fair housing provisions, and landlord-tenant law (KRS Chapter 383).
Kentucky's 75% passing score is higher than the 70% minimum in most states. Aim to score 80%+ consistently on practice tests before sitting for the real exam.
Kentucky is an attorney closing state -- real estate attorneys, not title companies or escrow officers, conduct closings. Know what this means for the agent's role at closing.
The state portion is 50 questions -- a large section. Budget significant study time for KY-specific law, particularly KRS Chapter 324 and agency disclosure requirements.
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You must be at least 19 years old (not 18 -- Alabama's minimum age is 19) and have a high school diploma or GED. A criminal background check including fingerprinting is required through the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC).
Complete 60 hours of AREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Alabama-specific content including the Alabama Real Estate License Law (Code of Alabama, Title 34, Chapter 27), agency relationships, and Alabama transaction practices.
The AL exam is 140 questions total (100 national, 40 state). You need 70% on each portion to pass. Administered by PSI at test centers in Birmingham, Montgomery, Mobile, Huntsville, and other locations.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Alabama qualifying broker. Alabama's markets include Birmingham's metro area, Mobile's Gulf Coast market, Huntsville's growing tech hub, and Montgomery.
Apply through the AREC online portal with exam results, background check, and qualifying broker affiliation. Alabama requires 15 hours of CE every 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Alabama Real Estate License Law (Title 34, Chapter 27), AREC authority and structure, licensure requirements (including the 19-year-old minimum age), agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, advertising rules, Alabama property disclosure law, and fair housing provisions.
Alabama's minimum age is 19, not 18 -- this is a commonly tested licensure requirement. Know it cold.
Alabama's exam is 140 questions -- larger than most states. Stamina and time management matter. Practice with full-length timed exams before test day.
The Gulf Shores and Orange Beach coastal market in South Alabama has unique vacation rental and condominium considerations that can appear in state exam questions.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Mississippi requires a background check through the Mississippi Real Estate Commission (MREC).
Complete 60 hours of MREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Mississippi-specific content including the Mississippi Real Estate License Law (Mississippi Code Section 73-35), agency relationships, and Mississippi transaction practices.
The MS exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). Mississippi's passing score is 75% -- higher than many states. Administered by PSI at test centers in Jackson, Biloxi, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Mississippi broker. MS markets include Jackson, the Gulf Coast (Biloxi, Gulfport, Ocean Springs), Hattiesburg, and rural markets throughout the state.
Apply through the MREC portal. Mississippi requires 16 hours of continuing education every 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Mississippi Real Estate License Law (Section 73-35), MREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, advertising regulations, property disclosure laws, Mississippi fair housing provisions, and landlord-tenant law.
Mississippi's 75% passing threshold means you need more cushion than a 70% state. Practice until you're consistently hitting 80%+ before exam day.
The Gulf Coast market (Biloxi, Gulfport) involves significant tourism, casino-related commercial activity, and coastal property considerations that can appear as context in state exam scenarios.
The state portion is 50 questions -- a substantial section. Study Mississippi Real Estate License Law thoroughly.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Ohio requires a criminal background check through the Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing (ODREPL).
Ohio requires 120 hours of approved pre-licensing education -- among the highest in the nation. The curriculum covers approved courses in real estate principles, Ohio real estate law (Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4735), agency relationships, property management, and Ohio-specific transaction practices.
The OH exam has 80 national questions and 40 state questions (120 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Ohio broker. Ohio's major markets include Columbus (one of the fastest-growing metros in the Midwest), Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Toledo, and Akron.
Apply through ODREPL. Ohio requires 30 hours of post-license education in the first year and 30 hours of CE every 3-year renewal cycle thereafter.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4735 (Real Estate Brokers), Ohio Division of Real Estate authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under Ohio law, trust account and record-keeping requirements, advertising regulations, Ohio property disclosure form requirements, lead paint disclosure, Ohio fair housing law, and landlord-tenant law (ORC Chapter 5321).
Ohio's 120-hour pre-license requirement is one of the highest in the country. Treat the coursework seriously -- the exam content aligns closely with what you study.
Ohio's property disclosure form is mandatory for most residential sales -- know what must be disclosed, the seller's obligations, and buyer remedies for non-disclosure.
Ohio's post-license education requirement (30 hours in year one) is higher than many states. Know this as a licensee obligation -- it's a common exam question.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Indiana requires a criminal background check through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (PLA).
Complete 90 hours of Indiana Real Estate Commission-approved pre-licensing education. The curriculum covers national principles and Indiana-specific content including the Indiana Real Estate Licensing Act (IC 25-34.1), agency relationships, and Indiana transaction practices.
The IN exam has approximately 80 national questions and 45 state questions (125 total). Indiana's passing score is 75%. Critical note: you must apply for your license within 3 months of passing the exam -- one of the shortest windows in the country. Administered by PSI at test centers in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and other locations.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Indiana broker. Major markets include Indianapolis and its suburbs, Fort Wayne, Evansville, South Bend, and the Indiana Dunes and Lake Michigan shoreline area.
Apply through the Indiana PLA within 3 months of passing your exam. Indiana requires 36 hours of continuing education every 3-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Indiana Real Estate Licensing Act (IC 25-34.1), Indiana Real Estate Commission authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, advertising regulations, Indiana Seller's Residential Real Estate Sales Disclosure Form requirements, and Indiana fair housing provisions.
Indiana's 3-month window to apply after passing the exam is one of the shortest in the country. Have your broker lined up and application materials ready to submit immediately after passing.
Indiana's 75% passing threshold means solid preparation is essential. Aim for 80%+ on practice exams before test day.
Indiana's property disclosure form (Seller's Residential Real Estate Sales Disclosure) is mandatory for most residential sales. Know the disclosure obligations and exemptions.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Illinois does not require a high school diploma for a real estate license. A background check is required through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
Complete 75 hours of approved pre-licensing education. Important: in Illinois, the entry-level license is called a "Broker" license (not salesperson). After 2 years as a Broker, you can upgrade to Managing Broker. The 75-hour curriculum covers national principles and Illinois-specific content including the Illinois Real Estate License Act of 2000 (225 ILCS 454).
The IL exam has 100 national questions and 40 state questions (140 total). Illinois uses Pearson VUE -- not PSI like most states. Illinois's passing score is 75%. You have 2 years from passing to apply for your license.
New Illinois Brokers must be sponsored by a licensed Managing Broker. Illinois's markets range from Chicagoland's massive metro area to Springfield, Rockford, Peoria, and rural downstate Illinois.
Apply through IDFPR online. Illinois requires 45 hours of post-license education within the first 2-year renewal cycle, and 12 hours of CE every 2 years thereafter.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Illinois Real Estate License Act of 2000 (225 ILCS 454), license classifications (Broker vs. Managing Broker -- unique to IL), IDFPR authority, agency relationships and disclosure under Illinois law, the Residential Real Property Disclosure Act, trust account requirements, advertising rules, Illinois Condominium Property Act, and fair housing provisions.
Illinois uses Pearson VUE, not PSI -- make sure you register through the correct testing provider. This trips up many Illinois exam takers who are used to other states using PSI.
Illinois calls the entry-level license a "Broker" -- not a salesperson. After 2 years as a Broker, you can upgrade to Managing Broker. Know this license structure for the exam.
Illinois's 75% passing score and 140-question exam are both more demanding than most states. Practice with full-length timed exams to build both knowledge and stamina.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Michigan requires a criminal background check. Michigan's real estate market includes both urban areas (Detroit metro, Grand Rapids, Lansing) and significant waterfront and vacation property markets.
Michigan requires only 40 hours of pre-licensing education -- lower than most states. The curriculum covers national principles and Michigan-specific content including the Michigan Occupational Code (Part 25 -- Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons), riparian water rights (critical in the Great Lakes state), and agency relationships.
The MI exam has 80 national questions and 35 state questions (115 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Traverse City, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Michigan broker. Michigan's diverse markets include metro Detroit and its suburbs, Grand Rapids, West Michigan shoreline, Traverse City and northern Michigan, and the Upper Peninsula.
Apply through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). Michigan requires 18 hours of CE per 3-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Michigan Occupational Code (Part 25), Michigan Department of Licensing authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, riparian water rights (Michigan's Great Lakes shoreline creates unique waterfront property issues), waterfront property regulations, advertising rules, Michigan property disclosure statement, and fair housing provisions.
Riparian water rights are uniquely important in Michigan. As a Great Lakes state with thousands of lakes and rivers, the exam tests riparian rights thoroughly -- understand how waterfront ownership works and how riparian rights differ from other property rights.
Michigan's waterfront and vacation property market (Traverse City, Petoskey, Charlevoix, Upper Peninsula) is a significant segment. Short-term rental regulations and second-home transactions can appear as context in exam scenarios.
Michigan's 40-hour pre-license requirement is lower than most states -- but don't underestimate the exam. Study beyond the coursework.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Wisconsin requires a criminal background check through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS).
Complete 72 hours of DSPS-approved pre-licensing education. Wisconsin's curriculum includes national principles and WI-specific content including the Wisconsin Real Estate License Law (Chapter 452, Wisconsin Statutes), agency relationships, and Wisconsin's unique Offer to Purchase contract -- a standardized document used throughout the state that differs significantly from contracts in other states.
The WI exam has 100 national questions and 40 state questions (140 total). Wisconsin's passing score is 75%. Administered by PSI at test centers in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Wisconsin broker. Major markets include Milwaukee and suburbs, Madison, Green Bay, Racine, Kenosha, and Wisconsin's northern lake country (the Northwoods vacation and recreation market).
Apply through DSPS online. Wisconsin requires 18 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Wisconsin Real Estate License Law (Chapter 452), DSPS authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure (Wisconsin uses a unique agency disclosure system), the Wisconsin Offer to Purchase contract and its specific clauses, trust account requirements, WI property disclosure requirements, and landlord-tenant law (Chapter 704).
The Wisconsin Offer to Purchase is a standardized statewide contract form -- unique to Wisconsin -- and is heavily tested on the state exam. Understand its specific clauses, contingencies, and how it differs from purchase agreements in other states.
Wisconsin's 75% passing threshold is higher than many states. Practice until you're hitting 80%+ consistently before exam day.
Wisconsin's Northwoods vacation and lake property market (Minocqua, Eagle River, Lake Geneva) is a significant market segment with unique seasonal and short-term rental considerations.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Minnesota requires a background check through the Minnesota Department of Commerce.
Complete 90 hours of Minnesota Department of Commerce-approved pre-licensing education. The curriculum covers national principles and MN-specific content including the Minnesota Statutes Chapter 82 (Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons), agency relationships, and Minnesota-specific topics including well and septic disclosure -- a uniquely important topic in rural MN -- and shoreland regulations around Minnesota's thousands of lakes.
The MN exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). Minnesota's passing score is 75%. Administered by PSI at test centers in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Minnesota broker. Major markets include the Twin Cities metro (Minneapolis-St. Paul), Rochester, Duluth, and Minnesota's lake country (Brainerd Lakes, Boundary Waters area).
Apply through the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Minnesota requires 30 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle, including mandatory fair housing and agency courses.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Minnesota Statutes Chapter 82, Department of Commerce authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and dual agency disclosure under MN law, trust account requirements, well and septic system disclosure (required when property has a private well or septic -- a major topic in MN), shoreland and lakeshore regulations, Minnesota Residential Property Disclosure Act, and fair housing provisions.
Well and septic disclosure is a uniquely Minnesota topic that's heavily tested. When a property has a private well or septic system, specific disclosure requirements apply -- know what must be disclosed, when, and the seller's obligations under the Well Disclosure Certificate requirements.
Minnesota's shoreland and lakeshore regulations are extensive -- the state has strict rules about building setbacks, lot sizes, and land use near its 11,000+ lakes. These can appear on the state exam.
Minnesota's 75% passing threshold and 50-question state portion mean comprehensive knowledge of MN-specific law is essential.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Iowa requires a background check through the Iowa Real Estate Commission (IREC).
Complete 60 hours of IREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Iowa-specific content including the Iowa Real Estate License Law (Iowa Code Chapter 543B), agency relationships, and Iowa transaction practices including agricultural and farmland real estate -- a significant segment of Iowa's market.
The IA exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and other Iowa locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Iowa broker. Iowa's markets include Des Moines (fast-growing), Cedar Rapids, Davenport (Quad Cities), and Iowa's extensive rural and agricultural markets.
Apply through IREC. Iowa requires 36 hours of continuing education per 3-year renewal cycle, including mandatory fair housing and ethics courses.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Iowa Real Estate License Law (Chapter 543B), IREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under Iowa law, trust account requirements, advertising rules, Iowa Residential Property Seller Disclosure law, agricultural land transaction considerations, and Iowa fair housing provisions.
Agricultural and farmland real estate is a significant part of Iowa's market and can appear in exam questions. Understand the basics of farmland transactions, agricultural leases, and how Iowa's rural market differs from urban residential transactions.
Iowa's state portion is 50 questions -- study Iowa Real Estate License Law (Chapter 543B) thoroughly. Agency disclosure requirements and trust account rules are heavily tested.
Iowa is one of the most affordable housing markets in the country, which drives strong first-time buyer activity. FHA, USDA rural loans, and first-time buyer programs are common transaction types in Iowa.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Missouri requires a background check through the Missouri Real Estate Commission (MREC).
Complete 72 hours of MREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Missouri-specific content including the Missouri Real Estate Practice Act (Chapter 339 RSMo), agency relationships, and Missouri transaction practices.
The MO exam has 100 national questions and 40 state questions (140 total). You need 70% on each portion. Important note: Missouri's deadline to apply for your license is only 6 months from passing -- shorter than most states' 1-year window. Administered by PSI at test centers in Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Missouri broker. Major markets include Kansas City metro, St. Louis metro, Springfield, Columbia, and rural markets including Lake of the Ozarks (a major vacation and recreation market).
Apply through MREC within 6 months of your exam pass date. Missouri requires 12 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Missouri Real Estate Practice Act (Chapter 339 RSMo), MREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account regulations, advertising rules, Missouri Seller's Disclosure Statement requirements, and Missouri fair housing provisions.
Missouri's 6-month deadline to apply after passing is shorter than most states' 1-year window. Have your broker lined up before you sit for the exam so you're ready to apply immediately after passing.
Lake of the Ozarks is one of the largest man-made lakes in the country and a major vacation and recreation real estate market. Leasehold interests (Corps of Engineer lots) and dock permits are unique aspects of Ozarks property transactions.
Missouri's exam is 140 questions -- one of the larger exams. Build stamina by practicing with full-length timed exams.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. North Dakota requires a background check through the North Dakota Real Estate Commission (NDREC).
Complete 45 hours of NDREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and North Dakota-specific content including the North Dakota Century Code Chapter 43-23, agency relationships, and uniquely North Dakota topics including oil and gas rights -- the Bakken oil field makes mineral rights knowledge essential in ND transactions.
The ND exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Bismarck, Fargo, Grand Forks, Minot, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed North Dakota broker. Markets include Fargo (largest city), Bismarck (capital), Grand Forks, Minot, and the oil patch communities of western North Dakota.
Apply through the NDREC. North Dakota requires 9 hours of CE per year (18 hours per 2-year cycle).
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
North Dakota Century Code Chapter 43-23, NDREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, oil and gas rights and mineral rights severance implications (Bakken region), agricultural land transaction considerations, ND fair housing provisions, and landlord-tenant law.
Oil and gas rights are a uniquely North Dakota topic that's heavily tested. The Bakken oil formation in western ND means mineral rights are often severed from surface rights. Know how this affects property transactions, title searches, and buyer disclosures.
North Dakota's agricultural land market is a major economic driver. Agricultural leases, farmland valuation, and USDA programs are relevant knowledge areas for ND real estate agents.
North Dakota has one of the smallest real estate agent populations in the country -- which means less competition for candidates who do get licensed.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. South Dakota requires a background check through the South Dakota Real Estate Commission (SDREC).
South Dakota requires 116 hours of pre-licensing education -- one of the higher requirements in the Midwest. The curriculum covers national principles and SD-specific content including SDCL Title 36 (Professions and Occupations -- Real Estate), agency relationships, and South Dakota transaction practices.
The SD exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed South Dakota broker. SD's markets include Sioux Falls (the largest and fastest-growing city), Rapid City (Black Hills area), and rural markets across the state.
Apply through SDREC. South Dakota requires 24 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle. Note: South Dakota has no state income tax -- a selling point for buyers relocating from high-tax states.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
SDCL Title 36 (Real Estate licensing law), SDREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under SD law, trust account requirements, advertising rules, SD property disclosure requirements, and fair housing provisions.
South Dakota's 116-hour requirement is substantial. Take the coursework seriously -- it covers a wide range of topics that directly appear on the 130-question exam.
The Black Hills and Rapid City market (Mount Rushmore area) is a significant tourism and vacation property market. Vacation rental and recreational property transactions have unique considerations worth understanding.
South Dakota has no state income tax -- know this fact as it's a common buyer relocation motivator and occasionally appears in exam context questions about agent knowledge.
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You must be at least 19 years old (Nebraska's minimum age is 19, not 18) and have a high school diploma or GED. A background check is required through the Nebraska Real Estate Commission (NREC).
Complete 66 hours of NREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Nebraska-specific content including the Nebraska Real Estate License Act (Neb. Rev. Stat. Sections 81-885.01 et seq.), agency relationships, and Nebraska transaction practices.
The NE exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Omaha, Lincoln, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Nebraska broker. Major markets include Omaha (the largest city and a fast-growing metro), Lincoln, and agricultural communities throughout the state.
Apply through NREC. Nebraska requires 18 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle including mandatory fair housing and agency topics.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Nebraska Real Estate License Act, NREC authority and structure, licensure requirements (including 19-year-old minimum age), agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, advertising regulations, Nebraska property disclosure laws, agricultural land considerations, and fair housing provisions.
Nebraska's minimum age is 19 -- not 18. This is a testable licensure requirement. Know it.
Omaha has been one of the more affordable major metros in the country, driving strong first-time buyer and investor activity. FHA loans, conventional financing, and investment property considerations are common transaction types.
Agricultural land is a major market segment in Nebraska -- farmland valuation, agricultural leases, and USDA rural programs are worth understanding even for residential-focused agents.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Kansas requires a background check through the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC).
Complete 60 hours of KREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Kansas-specific content including the Kansas Real Estate License Act (K.S.A. 58-3034 et seq.), agency relationships, and Kansas transaction practices.
The KS exam is 150 questions total -- one of the longest exams in the country (100 national, 50 state). The time limit is typically 4 hours. You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Wichita, Overland Park, Topeka, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Kansas broker. Markets include Wichita, the Kansas City (KS/MO) metro area, Overland Park (Johnson County), Topeka, and Lawrence, plus extensive agricultural markets.
Apply through KREC. Kansas requires 12 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle including mandatory fair housing coursework.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Kansas Real Estate License Act (K.S.A. 58-3034), KREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under KS law, trust account requirements, advertising regulations, Kansas residential property disclosure, agricultural land transaction considerations, and fair housing provisions.
Kansas has one of the longest real estate exams at 150 questions. Build stamina by practicing with full-length timed exams. The 4-hour time window is sufficient if you pace yourself at about 90 seconds per question.
The Kansas City metro straddles the KS/MO state line -- agents in this market often get licensed in both states. Understanding how KS and MO laws differ is valuable knowledge.
Kansas's agricultural market is vast -- farmland, grain storage facilities, and agricultural easements can appear in exam scenarios. Even residential-focused agents benefit from basic agricultural property knowledge.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Oklahoma requires a background check including fingerprinting through the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission (OREC).
Complete 90 hours of OREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Oklahoma-specific content including the Oklahoma Real Estate License Code and Rules (Title 59 OS), agency relationships, and Oklahoma-specific topics including oil and gas surface rights -- Oklahoma's energy economy makes mineral rights and surface use agreements a relevant real estate topic.
The OK exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Oklahoma broker. Major markets include Oklahoma City and its suburbs (Edmond, Norman, Yukon, Midwest City), Tulsa and surrounding communities, and smaller markets statewide.
Apply through OREC. Oklahoma requires 21 hours of continuing education per 3-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Oklahoma Real Estate License Code and Rules (Title 59 OS), OREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account regulations, advertising rules, oil and gas surface rights and their impact on residential and commercial real estate, Oklahoma property disclosure requirements, and fair housing provisions.
Oil and gas surface rights are uniquely important in Oklahoma. Surface use agreements, pipeline easements, and the relationship between surface and mineral ownership can appear in exam questions -- especially for properties in oil-producing areas.
Oklahoma's state portion is 50 questions. Study OREC rules and agency disclosure requirements thoroughly -- these are consistently the most-tested state topics.
Oklahoma City has been one of the more affordable major metros for residential real estate investment. Understanding rental property dynamics and investor transactions is valuable in this market.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Arkansas requires a background check including fingerprinting through the Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC).
Complete 60 hours of AREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Arkansas-specific content including the Arkansas Real Estate License Law (Arkansas Code Section 17-42), agency relationships, and Arkansas transaction practices.
The AR exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Arkansas broker. Major markets include Little Rock and its suburbs, the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro (Northwest Arkansas -- one of the fastest-growing regions in the South), Fort Smith, and Jonesboro.
Apply through AREC. Arkansas requires 7 hours of CE per year including mandatory fair housing and agency topics.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Arkansas Real Estate License Law (Section 17-42), AREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under AR law, trust account requirements, advertising rules, AR property disclosure requirements, and fair housing provisions under Arkansas law.
Northwest Arkansas (Fayetteville, Rogers, Bentonville) is one of the fastest-growing real estate markets in the entire country, driven by Walmart's headquarters and corporate relocations. Understanding rapid-growth market dynamics is valuable knowledge for AR agents.
The state portion is 50 questions -- study AREC rules and Arkansas Real Estate License Law carefully. Agency disclosure and trust account requirements are consistently tested.
Arkansas has extensive lake and recreational property markets (Lake Ouachita, Bull Shoals, Beaver Lake). Vacation and second-home transactions are a significant segment of the AR market.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Louisiana requires a background check through the Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC). Louisiana has civil law roots derived from the Napoleonic Code -- making it the most legally distinctive state for real estate in the country.
Complete 90 hours of LREC-approved pre-licensing education. Louisiana's curriculum is unique because it addresses the state's civil law system -- unlike all other 49 states which use common law. Key topics include Louisiana's unique property ownership concepts, community property law, and the Louisiana Real Estate License Law (Louisiana RS 37:1430 et seq.).
The LA exam has 80 national questions and 55 state questions (135 total) -- the state section is larger than most states, reflecting Louisiana's unique legal environment. You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, and other locations.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Louisiana broker. Markets include New Orleans (historic and tourism-driven), Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette (Acadiana), and Lake Charles.
Apply through LREC. Louisiana requires 12 hours of CE per year including mandatory fair housing and agency topics. Note: Louisiana is an attorney closing state in many parishes -- attorneys often handle the "act of sale."
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Louisiana Real Estate License Law (RS 37:1430), LREC authority and structure, Louisiana's civil law system and how it differs from common law, community property ownership (Louisiana is a community property state), Louisiana's unique property concepts (usufruct, servitudes), the "act of sale" closing process, trust account requirements, advertising rules, and fair housing provisions under Louisiana law.
Louisiana is the only US state that uses civil law (Napoleonic Code) rather than common law. This creates unique property concepts -- usufruct (the right to use and enjoy property owned by another), servitudes (similar to easements but with civil law nuances), and community property. These are heavily tested and unlike anything in other state exams.
Community property law means spouses generally own equal shares of property acquired during marriage. Know how this affects title, disclosures, and transaction signatures differently from common law states.
Louisiana's state section is 55 questions -- the largest state section you'll find. Invest serious study time in Louisiana-specific law before exam day.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Colorado does not require a high school diploma for licensure. A background check is required through the Colorado Division of Real Estate (DRE).
Colorado has one of the highest pre-license requirements in the country at 168 hours. The curriculum covers approved courses in real estate law, contracts, trust accounts, and Colorado-specific content including Colorado statutes, standardized real estate contracts (Colorado uses state-specific standard forms), water rights under Colorado's prior appropriation doctrine, and HOA/common interest community law.
The CO exam is 154 questions -- one of the largest exams in the country (80 national, 74 state). Colorado's passing score is 75%. Administered by PSI at test centers in Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Colorado employing broker. Major markets include Denver metro, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Boulder, Vail, Aspen, Telluride, and mountain resort communities.
Apply through the Colorado DRE. Colorado requires 24 hours of CE per 3-year renewal cycle including mandatory annual update courses.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Colorado Real Estate Commission rules, Colorado statute (CRS Title 12), standardized contract forms (Colorado uses state-specific standard forms -- heavily tested), trust account requirements, agency and licensee duties under CO law, water rights under Colorado's prior appropriation doctrine, oil and gas rights, HOA and common interest community disclosures (CCIOA), Colorado property disclosure requirements, and fair housing provisions.
Colorado's state exam section is 74 questions -- by far the largest state section in the country. Most of your study time should be focused on Colorado-specific law, contracts, and rules rather than national content.
Colorado uses standardized contract forms for most transactions. These forms are proprietary to Colorado and their specific clauses, deadlines, and provisions are heavily tested on the state exam. Know the Colorado Contract to Buy and Sell Real Estate inside and out.
Water rights under prior appropriation are critical in Colorado. "First in time, first in right" governs water use, and water rights can be bought and sold separately from land. This is a uniquely western topic that's heavily tested in CO.
168 hours of pre-license education is a serious commitment. Plan 3-6 months for coursework before even sitting for the exam.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Utah requires a background check through the Utah Division of Real Estate (UDRE).
Complete 120 hours of UDRE-approved pre-licensing education. Utah's curriculum covers national principles and UT-specific content including the Utah Real Estate Agent Licensing Act (Utah Code Section 61-2f), agency relationships, and Utah-specific topics including water rights under prior appropriation doctrine -- water is the most critical resource issue in this arid state.
The UT exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Salt Lake City, Provo, Ogden, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Utah principal broker. Major markets include the Wasatch Front (Salt Lake City, Provo, Ogden), Park City and ski resort communities, St. George (fast-growing retirement market), and Cedar City.
Apply through UDRE. Utah requires 18 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Utah Real Estate Agent Licensing Act (Section 61-2f), UDRE authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under UT law, trust account requirements, advertising rules, water rights under prior appropriation doctrine (critical in Utah -- water rights are often the most valuable property right in arid regions), Utah property disclosure requirements, and fair housing provisions.
Water rights under prior appropriation are heavily tested in Utah. Water is the scarcest resource in this arid state -- understand how water rights are allocated, transferred, and can be separate from land ownership. "First in time, first in right" is the governing principle.
Utah has been one of the fastest-growing states for years, particularly along the Wasatch Front. Understanding new construction transactions, builder contracts, and HOA communities is practically important and can appear in exam scenarios.
Park City and ski resort real estate involve significant fractional ownership, timeshare, and high-end property considerations that can appear on the state exam.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Nevada requires a background check including fingerprinting through the Nevada Real Estate Division (NRED).
Complete 120 hours of NRED-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Nevada-specific content including the Nevada Real Estate Practice Act (NRS Chapter 645), community property law (Nevada is a community property state), non-judicial foreclosure procedures (Nevada uses deeds of trust and trustees' sales), and agency relationships.
The NV exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). Nevada's passing score is 75%. Administered by PSI at test centers in Las Vegas, Reno, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Nevada broker. Nevada's real estate market is dominated by Las Vegas (one of the country's most dynamic markets) and the Reno-Tahoe region. Understanding investor transactions, short sales, and vacation property is practically essential.
Apply through NRED. Nevada requires 36 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle, including mandatory courses on agency, contracts, ethics, and Nevada law updates.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Nevada Real Estate Practice Act (NRS Chapter 645), NRED authority and structure, licensure requirements, community property (Nevada is a community property state -- spouses own equal shares of marital property), non-judicial foreclosure (Nevada uses deeds of trust; trustees' sales replace judicial foreclosure), agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, advertising rules, and fair housing provisions.
Community property law is essential in Nevada -- spouses have equal ownership rights in property acquired during marriage. Know how this affects title, deed requirements, and spousal consent in transactions.
Nevada uses non-judicial foreclosure (trustees' sales) rather than court-supervised foreclosure. Understand the deed of trust structure, trustee's role, and the foreclosure timeline -- it's a common state exam topic.
Nevada's 75% passing threshold and 120-hour pre-license requirement reflect the state's high transaction volume and complex market. Aim for 80%+ on practice exams before sitting for the real exam.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. New Mexico requires a background check through the New Mexico Real Estate Commission (NMREC).
Complete 90 hours of NMREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and NM-specific content including the New Mexico Real Estate License Law (NMSA 1978 Section 61-29), community property law (New Mexico is a community property state), water rights including acequia (traditional community irrigation ditches -- a uniquely New Mexico topic), and agency relationships.
The NM exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). New Mexico's passing score is 75%. Administered by PSI at test centers in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed New Mexico qualifying broker. Markets include Albuquerque, Santa Fe (a unique luxury and arts market), Las Cruces, Taos, and Roswell.
Apply through NMREC. New Mexico requires 36 hours of CE per 3-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
New Mexico Real Estate License Law (Section 61-29), NMREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, community property (NM is a community property state), acequia water rights and traditional irrigation systems (a uniquely NM topic), prior appropriation water doctrine, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, advertising rules, pueblo land grant considerations, and fair housing provisions.
Acequia water rights are uniquely New Mexican -- acequias are centuries-old community-managed irrigation ditches, and their water rights are among the most complex in the country. Properties with acequia water rights have special disclosure and transfer considerations that appear on the NM state exam.
Community property law affects title, deed requirements, and spousal consent. Know how New Mexico's community property rules affect real estate transactions differently from common law states.
New Mexico's 75% passing score and 50-question state section mean significant study of NM-specific law is essential.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Idaho requires a background check through the Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC).
Complete 90 hours of IREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Idaho-specific content including the Idaho Real Estate License Law (Idaho Code Section 54-2001 et seq.), agency relationships, water rights under Idaho's prior appropriation doctrine, and Idaho's rapidly growing real estate markets driven by migration from more expensive western states.
The ID exam has 100 national questions and 40 state questions (140 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Boise, Idaho Falls, Coeur d'Alene, Twin Falls, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Idaho broker. Major markets include the Treasure Valley (Boise, Nampa, Meridian -- one of the fastest-growing metros in the country), Coeur d'Alene (North Idaho lake and resort market), Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, and Sun Valley.
Apply through IREC. Idaho requires 12 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice (fair housing, antitrust), and math.
Idaho Real Estate License Law (Section 54-2001), IREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under Idaho law, trust account requirements, advertising regulations, water rights under prior appropriation doctrine (Idaho is an arid state -- water rights are critical), irrigation district considerations, property disclosure requirements, and fair housing provisions.
Idaho's Treasure Valley (Boise metro) has been one of the fastest-growing real estate markets in the entire country. New construction, subdivision development, and migration-driven demand are defining characteristics that can appear in exam scenarios.
Water rights under prior appropriation are important in arid southern Idaho. Irrigation districts, water delivery systems, and how agricultural water rights attach to land are testable topics.
Coeur d'Alene and North Idaho's lake and mountain resort market involves vacation property, short-term rentals, and out-of-state buyer dynamics -- a significant part of Idaho real estate practice.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Wyoming requires a background check through the Wyoming Real Estate Commission (WREC).
Complete 54 hours of WREC-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Wyoming-specific content including the Wyoming Real Estate License Act (Wyo. Stat. Section 33-28), agency relationships, mineral rights severance (very common in Wyoming), and the state's significant ranch and recreational land market.
The WY exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Administered by PSI at test centers in Cheyenne, Casper, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Wyoming broker. Wyoming's markets include Cheyenne, Casper, Sheridan, the Jackson Hole area (one of the most expensive real estate markets in the country), and rural ranch markets across the state.
Apply through WREC. Wyoming requires 45 hours of CE over 3-year cycles, including mandatory agency and law update courses. Note: Wyoming has no state income tax -- a significant selling point for high-net-worth buyers relocating to Jackson Hole and other WY markets.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Wyoming Real Estate License Act (Section 33-28), WREC authority and structure, licensure requirements, mineral rights severance (coal, oil, gas -- very common in Wyoming where surface and subsurface rights are frequently split), ranch and agricultural land transaction considerations, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, and fair housing provisions.
Mineral rights severance is essential knowledge in Wyoming. The state has vast coal, oil, and natural gas reserves -- surface and subsurface rights are routinely owned separately. Know how this affects title, disclosure, and buyer due diligence.
Jackson Hole is one of the most expensive real estate markets in the entire country, driven by no income tax, proximity to Grand Teton and Yellowstone, and ultra-wealthy buyer demand. Luxury and ranch transactions define Wyoming's high-profile market.
Wyoming's state portion is 50 questions -- study WY-specific law thoroughly. Mineral rights, agency requirements, and the Wyoming Real Estate License Act are the core study areas.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Oregon does not require a high school diploma for licensure. A background check is required through the Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA).
Oregon requires 150 hours of pre-licensing education -- among the highest in the country. The curriculum covers national principles and Oregon-specific content including the Oregon Real Estate License Law (ORS Chapter 696), agency relationships, Oregon's urban growth boundary (UGB) -- a unique land use planning tool that defines the limits of urban development -- and Oregon's highly regulated statewide land use planning system.
The OR exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). Oregon's passing score is 75%. You have 2 years from passing to apply for your license. Administered by PSI at test centers in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Bend, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Oregon principal broker. Oregon's diverse markets include the Portland metro, Salem, Eugene, Bend (one of the fastest-growing markets in the Pacific Northwest), the Oregon Coast, and southern Oregon.
Apply through OREA. Oregon requires 30 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle including mandatory agency law and law and rule required topics.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Oregon Real Estate License Law (ORS Chapter 696), OREA authority and structure, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure under Oregon law, trust account requirements, Oregon's urban growth boundary (UGB) and its impact on property values and development, Oregon's statewide land use planning system (LCDC), property tax assessment (Measure 50), property disclosure requirements, and fair housing provisions.
Oregon's urban growth boundary (UGB) is a uniquely Oregon concept that's heavily tested. The UGB defines where urban development can occur -- properties inside vs. outside the UGB have dramatically different development potential and value. Understand how UGBs are established, modified, and how they affect buyers and sellers.
Oregon's statewide land use planning system is among the most comprehensive in the country. Land use designations (residential, agricultural, forestland) restrict what can be built and where -- this is a major topic in Oregon real estate transactions.
Oregon's 150-hour pre-license requirement and 75% passing score reflect the complexity of Oregon real estate law. Plan significant preparation time.
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You must be at least 18 years old. Washington does not require a high school diploma for licensure. A background check is required through the Washington Department of Licensing (DOL).
Complete 90 hours of Washington DOL-approved pre-licensing education. The curriculum covers national principles and Washington-specific content including the Washington Real Estate License Law (RCW Chapter 18.85), agency relationships (Washington has specific agency disclosure requirements including a required pamphlet), community property law (Washington is a community property state), and significant Native American tribal land considerations.
The WA exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. Note: Washington's $138 exam fee includes the first year of license activation -- one combined fee. Administered by PSI at test centers in Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, Yakima, and other locations, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Washington managing broker. Washington's markets range from the highly competitive Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metro and Eastside (driven by tech industry) to Spokane, Tri-Cities, Yakima, and the Olympic Peninsula.
Apply through Washington DOL. Washington requires 30 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle including mandatory clock hours on agency law and Washington law updates.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Washington Real Estate License Law (RCW Chapter 18.85), Washington DOL authority, licensure requirements, agency relationships and disclosure (WA uses specific pamphlets and timing requirements for agency disclosure), community property (Washington is a community property state), trust account requirements, advertising rules, Washington's seller disclosure law, and fair housing provisions under the Washington Law Against Discrimination.
Community property law is essential in Washington -- spouses have equal ownership rights in property acquired during marriage. Know how this affects title, deed requirements, and spousal consent differently from common law states.
Washington's agency disclosure requirements are specific -- agents must present the pamphlet "The Law of Real Estate Agency" at the first substantive contact. Know when and how agency disclosure must happen -- it's a common state exam topic.
The Seattle tech market (Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing) creates unique buyer dynamics including cash offers, relocation buyers, and high-income professionals. Understanding financing in competitive markets can appear in exam scenarios.
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You must be at least 19 years old (Alaska's minimum age is 19, not 18). Alaska requires a background check through the Alaska Real Estate Commission. Alaska has some of the most unique real estate considerations in the country -- vast federal land, remote properties accessible only by air or water, and permafrost issues affecting building foundations.
Complete 40 hours of Alaska Real Estate Commission-approved pre-licensing education covering national principles and Alaska-specific content including the Alaska Real Estate License Act (AS 08.88), agency relationships, and uniquely Alaskan property considerations including remote property access, federal land classifications, subsistence rights, and permafrost disclosure issues.
The AK exam has 80 national questions and 40 state questions (120 total). You need 70% on each portion. Alaska's exam fee of $200 is higher than most states. Administered by PSI -- online proctoring is particularly important for AK candidates given the limited test center locations.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Alaska broker. Markets include Anchorage (the dominant market), Fairbanks, the Kenai Peninsula (Soldotna, Homer, Kenai), Juneau, and remote community markets unique to Alaska.
Apply through the Alaska Real Estate Commission. Alaska requires 20 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Alaska Real Estate License Act (AS 08.88), Alaska Real Estate Commission authority, licensure requirements (including 19-year-old minimum), agency relationships and disclosure under Alaska law, trust account requirements, federal land classifications (BLM, USFS, National Parks -- much of Alaska is federal land), remote property access considerations, Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) land considerations, and Alaska fair housing provisions.
Alaska's minimum age is 19 -- not 18. Know this licensure requirement.
Federal land classifications are critical knowledge in Alaska -- the federal government owns approximately 60% of Alaska's land area. Know the difference between BLM land, National Forests, National Parks, and Wildlife Refuges, and how these affect adjacent private property transactions.
The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) created regional and village corporations that own significant land in Alaska. Transactions involving ANCSA lands have unique title and transfer considerations that can appear on the state exam.
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You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Hawaii requires a background check through the Hawaii Real Estate Commission, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA). Hawaii real estate is among the most unique in the country due to leasehold ownership, foreign buyer activity, and island-specific property considerations.
Complete 60 hours of Hawaii Real Estate Commission-approved pre-licensing education. The curriculum covers national principles and Hawaii-specific content including the Hawaii Real Estate License Law (HRS Chapter 467), agency relationships, and uniquely Hawaiian topics including leasehold vs. fee simple ownership (a major distinction in Hawaii -- many properties are leasehold, where you own the building but lease the land from a landowner), condominium property regimes (HRS Chapter 514B), and foreign buyer regulations.
The HI exam has 80 national questions and 50 state questions (130 total). You need 70% on each portion. You have 2 years from passing to apply for your license. Administered by PSI at test centers in Honolulu, Hilo, and Maui, or via online proctoring.
Your license must be affiliated with a licensed Hawaii broker. Markets vary significantly by island: Oahu (Honolulu -- by far the largest market), Maui (luxury and resort-driven), Big Island (diverse from Kona to Hilo), and Kauai (high-end and agricultural).
Apply through the Hawaii DCCA. Hawaii requires 20 hours of CE per 2-year renewal cycle including mandatory courses on Hawaii real estate law and ethics.
Property ownership and rights, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing principles, agency relationships, property disclosures, contracts, leasing, transfer of title, real estate practice, and math.
Hawaii Real Estate License Law (HRS Chapter 467), Hawaii Real Estate Commission authority, licensure requirements, leasehold vs. fee simple ownership (the most uniquely Hawaiian concept -- heavily tested), condominium property regimes (HRS Chapter 514B), Hawaii Land Use Law and Conservation Districts, agency relationships and disclosure, trust account requirements, Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) implications, timeshare regulations, and fair housing provisions under Hawaii law.
Leasehold vs. fee simple is the most uniquely Hawaii topic and is heavily tested. In leasehold ownership, the buyer owns the structure but leases the land from a landowner (historically including large estates). Know how leasehold affects financing, buyer disclosures, lease expiration risk, and value differently from fee simple ownership.
Hawaii's condominium regime (HRS Chapter 514B) is extensively tested -- Hawaii has one of the highest concentrations of condos in the country due to limited land. Know the disclosure requirements, association governance, and buyer rights under Hawaii condo law.
Foreign buyer activity is significant in Hawaii, particularly on Maui and Kauai. FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act) withholding requirements and its implications for transactions with foreign sellers can appear on the state exam.
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