How do I get a Pennsylvania real estate license?
To become a licensed real estate Salesperson in Pennsylvania includes completing the following:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Successfully complete 75 hours of approved real estate education
- Complete a background check
- Successfully pass the Pennsylvania Salesperson Real Estate Exam
- Be sponsored by an actively licensed real estate broker
- Submit the licensing application and required fee to the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission
How much does the Pennsylvania real estate license exam cost?
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Real Estate Salesperson Exam cost $54 for both the state and national sections of the test. This is a two-part exam (national and state) totaling 110 questions and the time allotted is 3 hours. The PA specific section is comprised of 30 questions and you are given 60 minutes to complete it. The national section of the test is comprised of 80 questions and 120 minutes are allotted to complete this section.
What are the rules for reciprocity for PA real estate licenses?
Currently Pennsylvania has reciprocity agreements with the following states: Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, and West Virginia. Check with the state you are interested in working with to see what specific requirements must be met to receive and maintain a reciprocal license.
What are the continuing education requirements after getting my real estate license?
The state of Pennsylvania requires 14 hours of Continuing Education every 2 years by 5/31 on even-numbered years. You can view our Continuing Education courses for PA real estate agents here. You can view our full offering for PA real education here.
CONTACT US
