Ontario Real Estate Exams: Ontario Practice
Free practice questions and study resources for the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) real estate education and examination path. Independent practice is not approved education or licensing approval.
Practise, then review
Ontario and Humber real estate exam study route: provider choice, course stages and original scenarios
Identify the current Ontario education/examination path, select the existing Course1–4 resource matching your task, and practise original residential/commercial scenarios.
4 original scenarios · No account needed · Answers explained
Humber is one of the RECO-approved education providers, not the only one. Course1–4 pages below do not cover the entire pre-registration assessment sequence: two simulation sessions have their own exams and Course5 has no exam. Independent samples are not approved education, simulation attendance or RECO registration; supplied calculations are not transaction or investment advice.
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An Ontario learner passed the four course theory exams but has not completed either simulation assessment or Course5. What can be concluded about the full pre-registration pathway?
- All program stages are automatically complete
- The remaining simulation and Course5 requirements still need completion under the approved program
- An EstatePass score issues RECO registration
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Use the existing essentials exam page for Ontario profession, regulatory and property concepts. It is one stage, not the complete registration process.
Continue on the selected routeThis selects a destination, not a filter or a code-edition validation of the question bank.
Study sequence
- Confirm a current RECO-approved education provider. RECO currently lists Algonquin College, Career College Group, Fleming College and Humber Polytechnic. Provider tuition and the exam administrator are different fields.
- Follow the complete sequence: Course1/Exam1, Course2/Exam2, Course3/Exam3, residential simulation/exam, Course4/Exam4, commercial simulation/exam, then Course5. Four course exams alone do not complete the pathway.
- Use RECO’s current exam page/handbook for booking and assessment requirements. Meazure Learning is the shared administrator for approved-provider learners; do not describe old Humber-only delivery as the current universal process.
- Budget provider tuition, examinations/retakes, registration, insurance and brokerage costs separately. Complete education then apply for registration under actual requirements; do not infer registration from an independent practice score.
Revision terms
- Education provider
- The institution delivering approved education; not the same role as the shared exam administrator.
- Simulation assessment
- A required stage separate from the four course theory exams; an independent case exercise does not substitute.
- Study versus registration
- Completing practice is not completing approved education or being registered to trade.
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Sources and applicability
- RECO current pre-registration program
Reviewed 2026-10-13. Provider choices and complete course/simulation sequence; fees must be confirmed with providers.
- RECO examinations and administrator
Reviewed 2026-10-13. Meazure Learning transition and current exam-policy/handbook links, not independent prep approval.
- RECO Learner Exam Handbook
Reviewed 2026-10-13. Current linked version1.2 December2025; assessment format/requirements must be checked for the actual exam. Website samples are not official items.
Practice by Exam
These four existing course-exam routes are only part of Ontario’s full program. The two simulation assessments and Course5 are also required stages. Humber is one of several approved education providers; exams use the shared administrator. Check the sourced pathway above.
Humber Course 1 Exam
Exam 1: Real Estate Essentials
Exam length / questions: 2 hours / 75 multiple-choice questions · Exam administrator: Meazure Learning — in-person or online-proctored booking
Humber Course 2 Exam
Exam 2: Residential Real Estate Transactions
Exam length / questions: 3 hours / 115 multiple-choice questions · Exam administrator: Meazure Learning — in-person or online-proctored booking
Humber Course 3 Exam
Exam 3: Additional Residential Real Estate Transactions
Exam length / questions: 3 hours / 115 multiple-choice questions · Exam administrator: Meazure Learning — in-person or online-proctored booking
Humber Course 4 Exam
Exam 4: Commercial Real Estate Transactions
Exam length / questions: 3 hours / 115 multiple-choice questions · Exam administrator: Meazure Learning — in-person or online-proctored booking
Ontario Licensing at a Glance
| Regulatory Body | Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) |
| Exam Provider | RECO-approved education providers |
| License Types | Salesperson, Broker |
| Pre-License Education | Five courses and two simulation sessions through a RECO-approved provider |
| Exam Format | Four theory exams plus two simulation-session exams; confirm current fees with your provider |
| Key Legislation | Trust in Real Estate Services Act (TRESA) |
Exam Topics for Ontario
Master these key areas to pass your RECO real estate exam. These independent study topics are not an exhaustive official outline. Confirm the requirements for your province and education provider.
Land registration systems (Torrens, Land Titles), estates and interests in land, condominiums, and cooperative ownership.
Agreement of Purchase and Sale, listing agreements, conditions, waivers, and contract law fundamentals.
Duties to clients and customers, disclosure obligations, conflicts of interest, and codes of ethics.
Mortgage types, qualification, amortization, interest calculations, and lending regulations.
Zoning, municipal planning, building codes, environmental regulations, and development approvals.
Appraisal methods (comparison, cost, income), market analysis, and factors affecting property value.
Property tax, land transfer tax, GST/HST on real estate, capital gains, and tax planning.
Provincial licensing requirements, trust accounts, FINTRAC anti-money laundering, and consumer protection.
Residential property types, buyer/seller representation, offer process, and closing procedures.
Commercial property types, leasing, investment analysis, and commercial transaction processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get my real estate licence in Ontario?
Complete RECO’s pre-registration program through an approved provider: five courses and two simulation sessions, with exams except for Course 5. Current providers include Algonquin College, Career College Group, Fleming College and Humber Polytechnic. Then apply to register with RECO.
What is TRESA and how does it affect Ontario real estate?
TRESA governs Ontario real estate trading. Use RECO’s current TRESA guidance and applicable regulations for the actual representation/disclosure task; an independent practice explanation is not legal advice or proof that every bank item reflects the current rules.
How much does it cost to become a real estate agent in Ontario?
Tuition and examination fees vary by approved provider and can change. Check the provider’s published fees and RECO’s current fee schedule, then include insurance and brokerage-related costs in your own budget.
What topics are covered on the Ontario real estate exam?
The exams cover real property law, contracts and agreements, land registration, mortgage financing, property valuation, ethics, and Ontario-specific regulations under TRESA.
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