Tennessee Real Estate Exam Guide & Study Resources

The Tennessee real estate exam has a first-time pass rate of approximately 58%. The salesperson exam consists of 150 questions, and you need 70% to pass. With EstatePass practice tests, our students achieve a 94% pass rate.

The Tennessee salesperson exam has 150 questions with 195 minutes to complete (about 1.3 minutes per question). The broker exam has 200 questions with 240 minutes. You need 70% to pass.

Most Tennessee candidates complete the licensing process in 2-4 months. This includes completing required pre-license education, passing the state exam administered by TREC, and submitting your license application.

Tennessee real estate license costs include: exam fee ($56), pre-license courses ($200-$500), license application fee ($100-$300), and background check ($50-$100). Total budget: approximately $400-$1,000.

Tennessee real estate licenses must be renewed every 4 years. You'll need to complete 45 hours of continuing education (CE) before renewal. Check with Tennessee Real Estate Commission for specific CE requirements.

The Tennessee salesperson exam is 195 minutes (3.3 hours) for 150 questions. The broker exam allows 240 minutes for 200 questions. Plan to arrive 30 minutes early for check-in.

Tennessee real estate exams are typically administered at approved testing centers by PSI or Pearson VUE. Some states allow remote proctored exams. Check with TREC for current online testing options and requirements.

The Tennessee real estate exam covers both national and state-specific topics. National topics include property ownership, contracts, financing, agency law, valuation, transfer of title, and real estate math. The TN-specific section covers Tennessee license law, regulations from TREC, and state-specific disclosure requirements.

There is no limit on retakes for the Tennessee real estate exam, but you must pay the $56 exam fee for each attempt and typically wait at least 24-48 hours before rescheduling. Your pre-license education completion is usually valid for 1-2 years, so you should pass within that window.

The most effective study strategy for the Tennessee exam includes: (1) completing your pre-license education with active note-taking, (2) practicing with Tennessee-specific practice exams, (3) focusing on your weak topics identified through practice tests, (4) taking timed mock exams to build test stamina, and (5) reviewing TN-specific laws and regulations from TREC.

You need a score of 70% or higher to pass the Tennessee salesperson real estate exam. That means correctly answering at least 105 out of 150 questions. The state average first-time pass rate is 58%, so thorough preparation is essential.

Yes, the Tennessee real estate exam is entirely multiple choice with four answer options per question. The salesperson exam has 150 questions and the broker exam has 200 questions. There are no essay, fill-in-the-blank, or practical components.