The Texas real estate exam has a first-time pass rate of approximately 58%. The salesperson exam consists of 125 questions, and you need 70% to pass. With EstatePass practice tests, our students achieve a 94% pass rate.
The Texas salesperson exam has 125 questions with 150 minutes to complete (about 1.2 minutes per question). The broker exam has 145 questions with 180 minutes. You need 70% to pass.
Most Texas 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.
Texas real estate license costs include: exam fee ($54), pre-license courses ($200-$500), license application fee ($100-$300), and background check ($50-$100). Total budget: approximately $400-$1,000.
Texas real estate licenses must be renewed every 2 years. You'll need to complete 18 hours of continuing education (CE) before renewal. Check with Texas Real Estate Commission for specific CE requirements.
The Texas salesperson exam is 150 minutes (2.5 hours) for 125 questions. The broker exam allows 180 minutes for 145 questions. Plan to arrive 30 minutes early for check-in.
Texas 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 Texas 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 TX-specific section covers Texas license law, regulations from TREC, and state-specific disclosure requirements.
There is no limit on retakes for the Texas real estate exam, but you must pay the $54 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 Texas exam includes: (1) completing your pre-license education with active note-taking, (2) practicing with Texas-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 TX-specific laws and regulations from TREC.
You need a score of 70% or higher to pass the Texas salesperson real estate exam. That means correctly answering at least 88 out of 125 questions. The state average first-time pass rate is 58%, so thorough preparation is essential.
Yes, the Texas real estate exam is entirely multiple choice with four answer options per question. The salesperson exam has 125 questions and the broker exam has 145 questions. There are no essay, fill-in-the-blank, or practical components.
