Key Takeaways
- Maryland salesperson applicants must be at least 18 years old and demonstrate good character
- Pre-license education requirement is 60 hours of approved coursework
- The salesperson exam has 110 questions: 80 national and 30 state-specific questions
- Passing score is 70% on each portion (56/80 national, 21/30 state)
- Exam eligibility is valid for 1 year from course completion; license application fee is \$90
Maryland License Requirements
Maryland has specific requirements for salesperson, associate broker, and broker licenses. Understanding these requirements is essential for the state exam.
Salesperson License Requirements
1. Basic Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Demonstrate good character and reputation
- Complete 60 hours of approved pre-license education
- Pass the state licensing examination
2. Education Requirements
Complete 60 hours of pre-license education from an MREC-approved school:
| Course Content | Hours |
|---|---|
| Real Estate Principles and Practices | 60 hours total |
| Topics include: Real estate law, ownership types, legal descriptions, appraisal, finance, closings, ethics | |
| Course final exam | Must pass with 75% or higher |
Note: Pre-license education can be completed online or in person from an approved, state-certified real estate school.
3. Examination
| Detail | Salesperson Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 110 multiple-choice |
| National Portion | 80 questions (90 minutes) |
| State Portion | 30 questions (30 minutes) |
| Total Points | 135 points |
| Passing Score | 70% on each portion |
| National Passing | 56 correct |
| State Passing | 21 correct |
| Exam Provider | PSI (Pearson VUE) |
| Exam Fee | $44 |
4. Application Process
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 (includes $20 Guaranty Fund payment) |
| Exam eligibility | Valid for 1 year from course completion |
| License application deadline | 1 year from exam passing date |
| Processing time | 5-7 business days after exam |
Associate Broker License Requirements
An associate broker is a broker who chooses to work under another broker rather than operating independently.
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 135 hours (same as broker) |
| Experience | 3 years active as licensed salesperson |
| Examination | Broker exam (115 questions, 75% passing) |
Broker License Requirements
To become a Maryland real estate broker, you must meet additional requirements:
Experience Requirement
Three consecutive years of active experience as a licensed salesperson immediately prior to applying:
- No breaks in licensure during this period
- No inactive status or suspensions
- Must demonstrate regular and lawful practice
Education Requirements
Complete 135 hours of MREC-approved pre-license education:
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Broker pre-license courses | 135 hours |
| Ethics course | At least 3 hours included |
Note: 135 hours is equivalent to 9 semester credit hours (minimum 15 hours of instruction per credit hour).
Broker Examination
| Detail | Broker Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 115 |
| Time Limit | 2 hours |
| Passing Score | 75% on both portions |
| Application fee | $190 |
Waivers and Reciprocity
| Situation | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Licensed Maryland attorney | Education and experience requirements waived |
| Pennsylvania license | Reciprocal agreement |
| Oklahoma license | Reciprocal agreement |
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