What is the New Hampshire real estate exam passing score?

The New Hampshire real estate salesperson exam requires a 70% passing score on each portion separately: at least 56 of 80 on the national portion and at least 28 of 40 on the state portion. The exam has 80 national questions and 40 state questions for 120 total. PSI Services LLC administers the exam with 240 minutes total allowed (150 minutes national + 90 minutes state).

How many questions are on the New Hampshire real estate exam?

The New Hampshire salesperson exam consists of 80 national questions (150 minutes) and 40 state-specific questions (90 minutes), totaling 120 scored questions over 240 minutes. Each portion must be passed independently at 70% (56/80 national; 28/40 state). New Hampshire's state portion covers topics like transfer taxes, shoreland protection, and current use taxation.

What pre-licensing education is required for New Hampshire real estate?

New Hampshire requires 40 hours of approved pre-licensing education from a Commission-approved provider, with at least 32 hours of classroom instruction and no more than 8 hours of distance education (RSA 331-A:10). Courses cover real estate fundamentals, contracts, agency, and New Hampshire-specific laws and regulations. You must take the exam within 6 months of starting the 40-hour course.

How much does a New Hampshire real estate license cost?

Current PSI examination fees are $66 for both salesperson portions together, $34 for national only, and $32 for state only. Separate OPLC application, records-check, and education costs should be confirmed on their current official pages.

Does New Hampshire have real estate license reciprocity?

New Hampshire offers reciprocity with all 50 states (per the PSI candidate bulletin). Out-of-state licensees may waive pre-licensing education and the national portion. You must pass the NH state portion, complete the application, and hold an active license in good standing.

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Master NH License Law & NHREC RegulationsYou are here

Study the Commission and licensing rules, the 40-hour course requirement (at least 32 classroom; no more than 8 distance), the six-month window measured from course start, the eight-attempt/new-course trigger, trust-account rules, advertising, discipline, supervision, and renewal.

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Study NH Agency Law & Disclosure Requirements

Learn brokerage disclosure, seller and buyer agency, designated and dual agency, and the facilitator duties in RSA 331-A:25-f, plus current property-disclosure requirements.

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Learn NH Property Law & Conveyances

Master RSA 477 (deeds and recording), race-notice recording system, Statute of Frauds (RSA 477:1), tenancy by the entirety (RSA 477:18-a — both spouses must sign), homestead exemption ($120,000 RSA 480:1), adverse possession (20 years RSA 508:2), Current Use taxation (RSA 79-A), Shoreland Water Quality Protection Act (RSA 483-B — 250-foot buffer), wetlands (RSA 482-A), non-judicial foreclosure (RSA 479), and mechanic liens (RSA 447).

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Review Contracts, Financing & NH Taxes

Study the Real Estate Transfer Tax (RSA 78-B — $1.50 per $100, split equally $0.75 each party), NH property taxes (semi-annual July/December), NH Housing Finance Authority (NHHFA) programs, TRID Closing Disclosure (3-business-day rule), proration calculations, NH landlord-tenant law (RSA 540/540-A — 30-day notice to quit, 30-day security deposit return), and RSA 354-A fair housing (adds marital status, age, sexual orientation).

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Review National Real Estate Principles

Cover property ownership, contracts, financing, valuation, fair housing (7 federal protected classes), agency law, closing procedures, RESPA, TILA, and federal regulations tested on the national portion of the exam.

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Simulate the 4-hour (240-minute) exam with full 120-question practice sets. Target 70% on each section independently — national (80 questions, 150 minutes) and state (40 questions, 90 minutes).

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At least 18 years old

Education

40 approved hours: at least 32 classroom hours and no more than 8 distance-education hours within 6 months before the exam

Background Check

Background check required

Fingerprinting

Not required for initial application

Additional Requirements

•Take the examination within 6 months from the start of the 40-hour pre-licensing course
•Take the examination within 3 months after the exam registration is received
•Pass both national and state portions
•After eight attempts, or if both portions are not passed within 6 months of the original examination, complete a new accredited pre-licensing course
•Current PSI fees: $66 combo, $34 national, or $32 state
•Complete the required criminal records check before the license application
•Apply for the license within the applicable current deadline and affiliate with a principal broker to practise actively

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Time to Get Licensed

5-8 weeks for most candidates

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Retake Policy

A failed portion may be retaken by registering and paying that portion fee. A new accredited pre-licensing course is required after eight examination attempts or if both portions are not passed within 6 months from the original examination.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$66 combo; $34 national portion; $32 state portion

Application Fee$90 NHREC initial license application fee

Total Estimated Cost~$200-350 total (exam + application + background check), before pre-license course tuition

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15 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

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Introduction: New Hampshire Real Estate Exam Overview

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National Portion: Chapter 1: Real Property Characteristics, Legal Descriptions & Property Use

4 sections

National Portion: Chapter 2: Forms of Ownership, Transfer & Recording of Title

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National Portion: Chapter 3: Property Value & Appraisal

3 sections

National Portion: Chapter 4: Real Estate Contracts & Agency

4 sections

National Portion: Chapter 5: Real Estate Practice (Brokerage, Fair Housing, Risk)

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National Portion: Chapter 6: Property Disclosures & Environmental Issues

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National Portion: Chapter 7: Financing & Settlement

4 sections

National Portion: Chapter 8: Real Estate Math Calculations

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Chapter 1: New Hampshire Real Estate Commission & Licensing

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Chapter 2: Agency & Disclosure Requirements

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Chapter 3: Contracts & Property Law

4 sections

Chapter 4: Escrow Accounts & License Violations

2 sections

Chapter 5: Property Management & Brokerage Operations

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NH RE Salesperson-Specific Topics Covered

NH Real Estate Commission operates under the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC) under RSA 331-A40 approved hours: at least 32 classroom hours and no more than 8 distance-education hoursPSI exam: 120 scored questions (80 national + 40 state), 240 minutes total; $66 combo; new course required after eight attempts or six months from the original examPassing score: 70% on each section separately (56/80 national; 28/40 state)Agency disclosure at first substantive contact (oral or written) is required before any substantive real estate discussionFacilitator role (RSA 331-A:25-f): assists both parties without representing either — no fiduciary duty to either partyDual agency requires prior written informed consent from all partiesProperty Condition Disclosure (RSA 477:4-d): seller must complete before contract executionTrust accounts (NH Rea 702): may be interest-bearing, timely deposit, monthly reconciliation, no comminglingReal Estate Transfer Tax (RSA 78-B): $1.50 per $100 consideration — split equally ($0.75 each buyer and seller)New Hampshire has NO state income tax and NO general sales tax — property taxes are the primary local revenue sourceNH property taxes are due semi-annually (July and December); towns assess at full market valueRSA 354-A (NH Civil Rights Act) protects age, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity in housing in addition to the federal classesComplaints filed with NH Commission for Human Rights (CHR) or HUDHomestead exemption: $120,000 (RSA 480:1) — protects owner-occupied primary residence from creditorsAdverse possession: 20 years of open, notorious, hostile, continuous, actual possession required (RSA 508:2)Tenancy by the entirety (RSA 477:18-a): both spouses must sign deed; automatic right of survivorship; protection from individual creditorsRace-notice recording system: first to record with notice wins priorityNon-judicial foreclosure (power of sale) under RSA 479: no court approval needed; strict notice requirementsShoreland Water Quality Protection Act (RSA 483-B): 250-foot protected buffer from qualifying water bodies; must disclose to buyersCurrent Use taxation (RSA 79-A): lower property tax assessment for qualifying agricultural, forest, or open space landWetlands (RSA 482-A): DES permit required for dredge/fill activities in or adjacent to wetlandsCondominium Act (RSA 356-B): governs condo creation, declaration, unit owner rights, association powersAdverse possession easement (easement by prescription): 20 years of continuous useNHHFA (NH Housing Finance Authority): provides below-market rate mortgages for first-time homebuyersLicense renewal: every 2 years, 15 CE hours required; license expires every 2 years

NH RE Salesperson Exam Details

New Hampshire Real Estate Salesperson Licensing Exam

Administered by NH Real Estate Commission (under OPLC) / PSI Services LLC

Official Source

70% each portion (56/80 national; 28/40 state)

Passing Score

120

Questions

240

Minutes

$66 for both salesperson portions together; $34 national only or $32 state only.

Exam Fee

Study time: 60-90 hours

Prerequisites: Complete 40 approved hours with at least 32 classroom hours and no more than 8 distance-education hours; take the exam within 6 months from the course start; minimum age 18.