NY Real Estate Exam Licensing Requirements

Question 1

What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a real estate salesperson license in New York?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

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16 years old

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21 years old

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25 years old

Question 2

How many hours of approved pre-licensing education are required to qualify for the New York Real Estate Salesperson exam?

Accepted Answer

75 hours

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40 hours

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60 hours

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90 hours

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to apply for a New York real estate salesperson license?

Accepted Answer

U.S. citizenship

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Completion of a 75-hour pre-licensing course

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Sponsorship by a licensed real estate broker

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Being at least 18 years old

Question 4

What is the purpose of the sponsoring broker in the licensing process?

Accepted Answer

To guide the applicant through real estate transactions and verify their competency

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To provide financing for the applicant

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To oversee the applicant's business operations

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To issue the real estate license

Question 5

What type of background check is conducted on applicants for a New York real estate license?

Accepted Answer

Fingerprint-based criminal background check

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Credit history check

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Drug test

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Reference check from previous employers