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Key Facts: SRES Exam

50

Exam Questions

Multiple-choice

80%

Passing Score

NAR

2 hrs

Exam Duration

NAR

$299

Course + Exam Fee

All-inclusive

20%

Housing Options

Largest domain

8 domains

Content Areas

NAR SRES program

The SRES exam has 50 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours with an 80% passing score. Eight domains: Senior Housing Options (20%), Financing Options/HECM (16%), Generations & Demographics (12%), Life Stages (12%), Aging in Place (12%), Tax & Legal (10%), Marketing (8%), and 21st Century Retirement (10%). Requires active real estate license + 2-day SRES course. $299 all-inclusive.

About the SRES Exam

The SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) exam validates expertise in serving the 50+ real estate market including generational demographics, senior housing options, aging in place, reverse mortgages, Medicare/Medicaid, tax and legal matters, and sensitivity in communication with senior clients and their families.

Questions

50 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

80%

Exam Fee

$299 (course + exam) (National Association of REALTORS (NAR))

SRES Exam Content Outline

12%

Generations and Demographics

Baby Boomers, Silent Generation, Gen X; 50+ market characteristics and communication preferences

10%

21st Century Retirement

Retirement planning concepts, housing choices, phased retirement, financial considerations

12%

Life Stages

Go-Go Years, Slow-Go Years, No-Go Years; FORD interview technique; housing transitions

20%

Senior Housing Options

Active adult communities, CCRCs, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, HOPA

12%

Aging in Place

Universal Design, home modifications, visitability, technology for seniors

16%

Financing Options

Reverse mortgages (HECM), Medicare/Medicaid, veterans benefits, long-term care insurance

10%

Tax and Legal Matters

Capital gains exclusion, 1031 exchanges, step-up in basis, trusts, powers of attorney, probate

8%

Marketing and Client Service

Marketing to 50+ clients, sensitivity training, family dynamics, professional team building

How to Pass the SRES Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 80%
  • Exam length: 50 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours
  • Exam fee: $299 (course + exam)

Keys to Passing

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

SRES Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus on Senior Housing Options (20%) — know the differences between active adult, CCRC, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing
2Master reverse mortgage (HECM) details: eligibility (62+), loan types, counseling requirements, and repayment triggers
3Understand HOPA (Housing for Older Persons Act) requirements for age-restricted communities
4Study the three life stages: Go-Go, Slow-Go, and No-Go Years and appropriate housing for each
5Know Universal Design principles and common home modifications for aging in place
6Review tax implications: capital gains exclusion ($250K/$500K), step-up in basis, and 1031 exchanges

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SRES designation?

SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) is a NAR designation that validates expertise in serving the 50+ real estate market. It covers senior housing options, reverse mortgages, aging in place, Medicare/Medicaid, and sensitivity in working with older adults and their families.

How many questions are on the SRES exam?

The SRES exam has 50 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours. You need 80% (40 correct answers) to pass. The exam is taken after completing the 2-day SRES course or online equivalent.

What are the prerequisites for the SRES exam?

You must hold an active real estate license and complete the SRES designation course (2-day classroom or online equivalent). Maintain active REALTOR membership and biennial continuing education for designation maintenance.

What are the life stages in SRES?

SRES identifies three life stages for the 50+ market: Go-Go Years (active, healthy, interested in lifestyle communities), Slow-Go Years (beginning health issues, may need modifications), and No-Go Years (significant care needs, may need assisted living or skilled nursing).

How should I prepare for the SRES exam?

Plan for 15-25 hours of study over 2-4 weeks. Focus on Senior Housing Options (20%) and Financing Options (16%) — together the two largest domains. Master reverse mortgage (HECM) details and understand the continuum of care from active adult to skilled nursing.