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- 40-Hour Pre-License Course
- 3 Real Estate Study Guides
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- 40-Hour Pre-License Course
- 3 Real Estate Study Guides
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- Live & Interactive Instruction
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Your Path to Becoming a Licensed Agent
Follow these 5 simple steps to start your real estate career in Massachusetts
Complete 40 hours of approved Massachusetts Pre-Licensing education.
Complete 40 hours of approved Pre-Licensing education, as required by the Massachusetts Real Estate Board.
Pass the course final exam.
After you complete all the course materials and meet the minimum time requirement, there is a course final exam consisting of 100 questions. A minimum score of 75% is required to pass this exam.
Gain approval from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons.
Before you can take the real estate licensing exam, you must first obtain three candidate endorsements from individuals unrelated to you. These individuals do not have to be Massachusetts residents. You will then mail your application to the PSI office to get pre-approved to take the licensing exam. The National portion of this exam consists of 80 questions and a 90-minute time allowance. The State portion consists of 30 questions and a 30-minute time allowance.
Pass the Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson Examination.
As you go through the process of earning your license, you’ll need to be affiliated with a Broker so you can practice when licensed. Choosing the right Broker is a key factor in becoming a successful Maryland real estate agent, which is why it is important to have the right fit You will have 150 minutes to complete the national portion and 90 minutes for the state portion Next, you will take the Massachusetts salesperson licensing exam, which is administered by PSI. The National portion of the exam consists of 80 questions to be answered within 150 minutes. The State portion consists of 40 questions to be answered within 90 minutes.
Choose a sponsoring broker.
As you go through the process of earning your license, you’ll need to be sponsored by a Massachusetts real estate broker. Choosing the right broker to work with you is a key success factor for building your new career.
Meet Our Expert Instructors
Learn from licensed brokers and educators who have trained thousands of real estate professionals since 1982.
Joseph F. Gobbett, Jr.
Licensed Broker, GRI
50+ YearsStarted his real estate career in Maryland in 1971. Training director, branch sales manager, and broker in charge of Rescom Realtors.
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Mark Davis-Cote
Licensed Broker, SFR
13+ YearsBA from URI, MBA from Webster University. Licensed salesperson since 2011, broker since 2016, SFR certified.
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Amanda Farnum
Licensed Real Estate Broker
17+ YearsAward-winning agent with experience across residential, commercial, foreclosures, and investments.
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Dale Clift
Real Estate Instructor
40+ YearsPassionate about real estate from age 20. Made it his goal to teach, train, and coach professionals across South Carolina.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our real estate courses
Can I take both online and livestream?
Each class must be completed in the format it was started to receive credit.
What is the duration of a real estate license course in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts requires 40 hours of Board-approved pre-licensing education. Your calendar time will depend on the school’s schedule and how quickly you complete the required instructor-supported sessions.
Can you take the Massachusetts real estate exam without classes?
No, you cannot take the exam without completing your real estate pre-licensing course in Massachusetts.
How long does it take to get a Massachusetts real estate license?
It varies per person on how long it takes to get a Massachusetts real estate license depending on the pace at which you complete your pre-licensing education, pass your licensing examination, the time it takes you to complete the application process, and application processing times.
What are the requirements to get a real estate license in Massachusetts?
You must be at least 18, complete 40 hours of approved education, supply your education certificate and three qualifying endorsements, and pass the Massachusetts salesperson examination.
What is on the Massachusetts real estate salesperson exam?
The state exam includes 80 general questions and 40 Massachusetts-specific questions. You have up to four hours to complete both portions and must meet the 70% passing standard.
This course is offered in affiliation with Colibri Real Estate.