1.2 Maine License Requirements
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 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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