Massachusetts Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Massachusetts
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete 40 hours of pre-licensure salesperson education from a Board-approved real estate school covering property, contracts, finance, and legal topics.
Required Courses (40 hours total):
- • Real Estate Principles and Practices (40 hours)
Education completion certificate is required to register for the exam.
State Examination
Exam Name
Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
PSI (transitioning to eLIPSE platform June 2025)
Format
Multiple-choice computer-based exam covering national and state topics
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$85
Retake Policy: Subsequent attempts cost $54 each
Background Check
Type: CORI background check
Sponsoring Broker
Must affiliate with a licensed Massachusetts broker to activate your license
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $85 |
| Application Fee | $31 |
| License Fee | $150 |
| Total Fees | $278 |
License fee ranges $103-$150 depending on timing relative to birthday. $12 issuance fee for printing the license. Total includes $31 application + $85 exam + $150 max license + $12 issuance.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$103
CE Required
12 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
12 hours of continuing education from a qualified real estate school each renewal period
License Reciprocity
Massachusetts has reciprocity with Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Iowa, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Oklahoma (2 years licensed). Out-of-state licensees from these states do not need to take the exam.
Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons
- Official Website
- (617) 701-8661
- Apply Online
Helpful Tools
Upgrade to Broker
Requires 3 years as salesperson (25+ hours/week), 40 additional hours of broker education, passing the broker exam, and a $5,000 surety bond
- • 3 years experience required
- • 40 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12