Illinois vs New York

The Illinois exam has 150 questions with a 70% passing score, while New York has 75 questions with a 70% passing score. New York typically has a higher pass rate.

License reciprocity varies. Some states offer partial reciprocity where you may only need to take the state-specific portion of the exam. Check with both the IDFPR and DOS for current reciprocity agreements.

Illinois real estate agents earn an average of $59,000 annually, while New York agents average $72,000. However, consider cost of living and market conditions in your decision.