Key Takeaways
- Maine salesperson applicants must be at least 18 years old
- Pre-license education requirement is 55 hours of approved coursework
- The exam has 110 questions total: 80 national and 30 state-specific questions
- Passing score is 70% on each portion (56/80 national, 21/30 state)
- Total exam time is 3.5 hours; exam administered by PSI/Pearson VUE
Maine License Requirements
Maine has specific requirements for salesperson and broker licenses. Understanding these requirements is essential for the state exam.
Salesperson License Requirements
1. Age and Legal Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a U.S. citizen or lawfully admitted alien
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent (recommended but not required by statute)
- Show proof of good moral character
- Pass a background check
Note: Maine's minimum age of 18 is standard among most states.
2. Education Requirements
Complete 55 hours of pre-license education from an MREC-approved school:
| Course Content | Hours |
|---|---|
| Real Estate Principles and Practices | 55 hours total |
| Topics include: Licensing law, contracts, agency, financing, property ownership |
3. Examination
| Detail | Salesperson Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 110 multiple-choice |
| National Portion | 80 questions |
| State Portion | 30 questions |
| Time Limit | 3.5 hours total |
| Passing Score | 70% on each portion |
| Exam Provider | PSI/Pearson VUE |
| Exam Fee | Approximately $85 |
Passing Score Details
| Portion | Questions | Passing Score |
|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 56 correct (70%) |
| State | 30 | 21 correct (70%) |
4. Background Check
All applicants must submit to a criminal background check:
- Fingerprints submitted through approved vendor
- State and national criminal history review
- MREC reviews results for suitability
Convictions that may affect licensure:
- Felonies involving fraud or dishonesty
- Crimes related to real estate activities
- Recent criminal activity
- Crimes involving moral turpitude
Broker License Requirements
To become a Maine real estate broker, you must meet additional requirements:
Experience Requirement
Two years of active experience as a licensed salesperson OR equivalent experience in a related field.
Education Requirements
Complete additional broker-level education:
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Original salesperson education | 55 hours |
| Additional broker courses | 45 hours |
| Total | 100 hours |
Broker Examination
| Detail | Broker Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 110 |
| National Portion | 80 questions |
| State Portion | 30 questions |
| Passing Score | 70% on each portion |
License Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $121 |
| Exam fee | $85 |
| License fee (2-year) | Included in application |
| Fingerprint fee | Varies (approximately $30-50) |
Application Process
- Complete education at MREC-approved school
- Submit application through Maine licensing portal
- Pay application fee ($121)
- Submit fingerprints for background check
- Receive examination eligibility
- Schedule and pass exam at PSI/Pearson VUE testing center
- Find designated broker (salespersons must affiliate with broker)
- Activate license through designated broker
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