Vermont Real Estate Broker License
Requirements, fees, and steps to upgrade to broker
Experience Requirements
At least 2 years experience as a licensed salesperson in Vermont
Alternative Pathways:
Must have active and valid Vermont salesperson license in good standing.
Education Requirements
Complete 40 hours of state-approved broker pre-licensing education with a final exam score of at least 75%.
Required Courses:
- 40-hour state-approved Broker pre-licensing course
Must have active Vermont salesperson license before beginning broker education.
Broker Examination
Exam Name
Vermont Real Estate Broker Examination
Provider
PSI
Format
10 simulation problems (national) and 40 multiple-choice questions (state), 4 hours
Passing Score
75%
Exam Fee
$115
Retake Policy
National and state exams must be passed within 2 years preceding application
Fees
| Application Fee | $50 |
| Examination Fee | $115 |
| Background Check | $35 |
| Total | $200 |
Does not include pre-licensing course costs.
Timeline
Gain Experience
Complete 2 years as licensed salesperson
2+ years
Complete Broker Education
Complete 40 hours of broker pre-licensing
1-2 weeks
Pass Broker Exam
Pass simulation and multiple-choice exams
1-2 weeks
Submit Application
Apply with experience verification
2-4 weeks
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$220
CE Hours Required
24 hours
Online Renewal
Available
24 hours of continuing education (4 mandatory, 20 elective) every 2 years
Reciprocity Agreements
Vermont does not have reciprocity agreements with other states.
Vermont does not have reciprocity agreements with any other state, but education waivers may be available.
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