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Key Facts: MA RE Broker Exam

~60%

First-Time Pass Rate

PSI

National + State

Exam Format

Two-part exam

70%

Passing Score

Each portion

40 hrs

Pre-License Education

Board of Registration

1 yr

Salesperson Experience

Board of Registration

$85

Exam Fee

PSI

Massachusetts requires 40 hours of approved broker pre-license education and 1 year of active salesperson experience. The exam is administered by PSI with national + state portions, requiring 70% to pass each. Massachusetts-specific topics include the MA lead paint law, wetlands protection, first right of refusal, condo conversion rules, and Chapter 93A consumer protection.

About the MA RE Broker Exam

The Massachusetts real estate broker exam is a two-part national + state exam administered by PSI for the Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons under the Division of Occupational Licensure. It covers brokerage management, trust accounts, Massachusetts real estate law, contracts, finance, property valuation, agency relationships, and state-specific regulations under MGL Chapter 112.

Questions

120 scored questions

Time Limit

4 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$85 (PSI (for DOLS/BOR))

MA RE Broker Exam Content Outline

20%

Brokerage Management & Operations

Office supervision, branch offices, Board of Registration audits, advertising rules, broker-associate agreements, independent contractor vs employee

20%

Trust Accounts & Funds

Escrow account handling, earnest money deposits, commingling, conversion, Board of Registration requirements, broker account management

20%

MA Real Estate Law

MGL Chapter 112, lead paint disclosure (Chapter 111), wetlands protection, condo conversion, Chapter 93A consumer protection, rent control

15%

Finance & Economics

Mortgage instruments, MassHousing programs, usury, truth-in-lending, RESPA, economic principles, market analysis

15%

Property Valuation & Appraisal

Appraisal methods (sales comparison, cost, income), capitalization rate, gross rent multiplier, depreciation, USPAP

10%

Agency, Ethics & Contracts

Agency disclosure, dual agency, fiduciary duties, listing agreements, purchase and sale agreements, closing procedures

How to Pass the MA RE Broker Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 120 questions
  • Time limit: 4 hours
  • Exam fee: $85

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

MA RE Broker Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master Massachusetts escrow account rules: deposit deadlines, reconciliation procedures, and commingling vs conversion penalties
2Know broker supervision duties: review of contracts, advertising compliance, branch office management, and associate oversight
3Study MGL Chapter 112 and Board of Registration rules — the state portion heavily tests Massachusetts-specific statutes
4Understand the MA lead paint law (Chapter 111) and its impact on property transfers, especially for pre-1978 buildings
5Learn Chapter 93A consumer protection: unfair and deceptive trade practices as applied to real estate transactions

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the Massachusetts real estate broker exam?

The MA broker exam is moderately challenging with a ~60% first-time pass rate. It has national and state portions, requires 70% to pass each, and covers broker-level topics like trust account management, brokerage supervision, and Massachusetts-specific laws including lead paint disclosure, wetlands protection, and Chapter 93A consumer protection.

How many questions are on the MA broker exam?

The Massachusetts real estate broker exam has national and state portions with multiple-choice questions. Both portions must be passed independently with a minimum score of 70%. The exam is administered by PSI at testing centers throughout Massachusetts.

What are the prerequisites for a Massachusetts broker license?

You need 40 hours of approved broker pre-license education, plus 1 year of active licensed salesperson experience. You must also pass a CORI background check and submit a broker license application to the Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons.

What is the most tested topic on the MA broker exam?

Trust account handling, brokerage management, and Massachusetts-specific statutes are the most heavily tested broker-level topics. You must know escrow account rules, lead paint disclosure requirements (Chapter 111), consumer protection under Chapter 93A, and Board of Registration regulations.