Massachusetts Real Estate Broker License
Requirements, fees, and steps to upgrade to broker
Experience Requirements
Must have at least 3 years of experience working for an active Massachusetts broker at a minimum of 25 hours per week
Alternative Pathways:
Experience must be no more than 2 years old when examination is taken.
Education Requirements
Complete 40 hours of approved broker pre-licensing education from a Massachusetts-approved provider.
Required Courses:
- 40 hours of approved Pre-Licensing education
Must pass a course final exam to receive completion certificate.
Broker Examination
Exam Name
Massachusetts Real Estate Broker Examination
Provider
PSI
Format
120 questions total: General portion (80 questions, 150 min) and State portion (40 questions, 90 min)
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$106
Retake Policy
Can retake upon failure with additional fee
Fees
| Application Fee | $154 |
| Examination Fee | $106 |
| Total | $310 |
Total includes surety bond. Does not include pre-licensing course costs.
Timeline
Gain Experience
Complete 3 years working for Massachusetts broker (25+ hours/week)
3+ years
Complete Broker Education
Complete 40 hours of approved pre-licensing education
2-6 weeks
Obtain Surety Bond
Secure $5,000 surety bond
1-2 days
Pass Broker Exam
Take and pass the 120-question broker examination
1-2 weeks
Submit Application
Apply for broker license through eLIPSE platform
4-6 weeks
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$0
CE Hours Required
12 hours
Online Renewal
Available
12 hours of continuing education required before renewal. License expires on birthday every 2 years.
Reciprocity Agreements
Massachusetts has reciprocity agreements with other states.
Massachusetts requires all applicants to meet state-specific experience and education requirements.
Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons
- Official Website
- (617) 701-8600
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