Real Estate Products
Mortgage Education Products
Mortgage Resources
Appraisal Resources
Home Inspection Products
Company
Partners & Programs
Account
Support
Questions, Answered
We're here to help with any questions about getting started in real estate. Getting licensed in Massachusetts is a big step, so we've gathered and answered the most common ones below.
The amount of time to get your Massachusetts real estate license is dependent on a number of factors, though most complete the requirements within a few months. There are a number of steps to complete which include education, passing the exam, and sponsorship by an actively licensed Massachusetts real estate broker.
Every agent must renew their license every two years based on their license date. Prior to the renewal date one must complete the applicable 12 hours of Continuing Education requirements and pay the renewal fee.
To get a Massachusetts real estate salesperson license you must complete the following steps as required by the Massachusetts Real Estate Board:
Complete 40 hours of approved Massachusetts Pre-Licensing education
Pass the course final exam
Take the Massachusetts Real Estate Exam with PSI. Effective 3/4/2019, PSI will no longer schedule exams without approval from the MA Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons. Candidates must mail their application to the PSI office in Las Vegas to get pre-approved to take the licensing exam.
Receive your license
Choose a sponsoring broker
The exam is composed of 120 questions. Four hours are allotted to take the exam.
In order to become a licensed real estate agent in Massachusetts, candidates must have at least a high school diploma or GED.
The Massachusetts Real Estate Board will determine if the applicant for licensure possessess good moral character at the time of application. Due to this review by the RE Board, it is difficult to give a definitive list of criminal acts that would preclude someone from getting a license. RE Board staff strongly suggests students review RE Board's Policy and Guidelines on Good Moral Character.
Individuals with a criminal record can receive a real estate license in Massachusetts. The candidate's criminal record will need to be reviewed and approved prior to licensure. Certain criminal backgrounds may not be approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons.
Massachusetts residents can take their real estate Pre-Licensing education online as long as the provider is approved by the Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons.
It's difficult to determine the "average salary" of a real estate agent in Massachusetts, seeing as there is so much variance. According to Indeed.com, full-time Massachusetts agents average about $83k per year.
To become a real estate agent in Massachusetts, applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Students will need to enroll for the Massachusetts real estate examination through the PSI website, where they can learn additional details about cost and scheduling.
Students will need to complete one 40-hour course for their Massachusetts Pre-Licensing education. This course will cover essential real estate topics to educate future agents on how to work in the industry.
Every two years, Massachusetts real estate agents are required to complete 12 hours of Continuing Education.
In order to get a real estate license in Massachusetts, you'll need to factor in the cost of the application and the cost of Pre-Licensing education. Pre-Licensing education can range anywhere between $200-600. Application fees are typically much less, making the investment to become a real estate agent more cost-effective than enrolling in a standard college.
Massachusetts has reciprocity agreements with Connecticut, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Nebraska, Iowa, Tennessee, Mississippi, Colorado, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and New Mexico. Reciprocity applicants are required to apply for licensing with the state and pay any related fees. Agents should learn as much as they can about reciprocity to streamline the application process.
More Questions?
Answers to the most common licensing questions.
Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM CT
Sat 9 AM–3:30 PM CT
Reach the support team directly, 7 days a week.
Real Estate Products
Mortgage Education Products
Mortgage Resources
Appraisal Resources
Home Inspection Products
Company
Partners & Programs
Account
Support