1.1 Massachusetts Board of Registration
Key Takeaways
- The Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons regulates licensees
- The Board operates under the Division of Professional Licensure (DPL)
- Massachusetts requires only 40 hours of pre-license education (one of the lowest requirements nationally)
- The licensing exam is administered by PSI/Pearson VUE with 80 national and 40 state questions
- Passing score is 70% on each portion (national and state) separately
Last updated: January 2026
The Massachusetts Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons regulates real estate licensees in the Commonwealth.
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Board Structure
Division of Professional Licensure (DPL)
| Function | Description |
|---|---|
| Oversight | DPL oversees multiple licensing boards |
| Board | Real Estate Board handles RE-specific matters |
| Licensing | Process applications, issue licenses |
| Discipline | Investigate complaints, impose penalties |
The Board of Registration
The Board of Registration of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons:
- Consists of 5 members appointed by the Governor
- Includes 3 brokers, 1 salesperson, and 1 public member
- Sets licensing standards and requirements
- Conducts hearings on complaints and violations
- Can revoke, suspend, or fine licensees
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 112
Chapter 112, Sections 87PP-87DDD governs real estate licensing:
| Coverage | Description |
|---|---|
| License requirements | Who must be licensed |
| Exemptions | Who is exempt from licensing |
| Prohibited conduct | Violations leading to discipline |
| Penalties | Fines, suspension, revocation |
Board Powers
| Power | Details |
|---|---|
| Investigation | Investigate complaints |
| Hearing | Conduct administrative hearings |
| Fine | Impose monetary penalties up to $1,000 per violation |
| Suspend | Temporary license removal |
| Revoke | Permanent license removal |
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