Key Takeaways
- New Hampshire salesperson applicants must be at least 18 years old
- Pre-license education requirement is 40 hours, with at least 32 hours in classroom (max 8 hours online)
- The exam has 120 questions total: 80 national and 40 state-specific questions
- Passing score is 70% on each portion (56/80 national, 28/40 state)
- Total exam time is 4 hours; exam fee is approximately $67
New Hampshire License Requirements
New Hampshire 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 present alien
- Show proof of good reputation for honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity
- No record of unprofessional conduct
- Pass background check
2. Education Requirements
Complete 40 hours of pre-license education from a Commission-approved school:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Total hours | 40 hours minimum |
| Classroom hours | At least 32 hours |
| Distance education | Maximum 8 hours (within 6 months of exam) |
Important: Under RSA 331-A:10,I(b), no more than 8 hours can be completed via distance education within the six months immediately prior to your examination date.
3. Examination
| Detail | Salesperson Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 120 multiple-choice |
| National Portion | 80 questions (150 minutes) |
| State Portion | 40 questions (90 minutes) |
| Time Limit | 4 hours total (240 minutes) |
| Passing Score | 70% on each portion |
| Exam Provider | PSI |
| Exam Fee | Approximately $67 |
| Testing Locations | Concord, Nashua, Portsmouth |
Passing Score Breakdown
| Portion | Questions | Passing Score | Minimum Correct |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 70% | 56 |
| State | 40 | 70% | 28 |
| Total | 120 | 84 |
4. Background Check
All applicants must submit to a criminal background check:
- Fee: Approximately $25
- Review by Commission for suitability
- Must demonstrate good reputation for honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity
Broker License Requirements
To become a New Hampshire real estate broker, you must meet additional requirements:
Experience Requirement
One of the following:
| Option | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Full-time | Employed full-time by an active principal broker for at least 1 year within 5 years of application |
| Part-time | At least 2,000 part-time hours as a licensed salesperson within 5 years of application |
| Equivalent | Equivalent experience as determined by the Commission |
Education Requirements
Complete 60 hours of broker-level pre-license education:
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Broker pre-license education | 60 hours |
Broker Types
| Type | Role |
|---|---|
| Principal broker | Individual broker responsible for actions of all licensees assigned to them |
| Managing broker | Broker who manages a branch office |
Surety Bond Requirement
Principal brokers and managing brokers must maintain:
| Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|
| Surety bond | Not less than $25,000 |
| Term | Concurrent with license dates |
License Fees
| Fee Type | Salesperson | Broker |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | Varies | Varies |
| Exam fee | $67 | $67 |
| License renewal (2 years) | $90 | $110 |
| Background check | $25 | $25 |
Application Process
- Complete education at Commission-approved school
- Apply for exam through PSI
- Pass background check ($25 fee)
- Schedule and pass exam at PSI testing center
- Find sponsoring broker (salespersons must affiliate with principal broker)
- Submit license application to OPLC
- Receive license and begin practice
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