Exam Topics

Core subjects tested on every state exam

These topics appear across all major state licensing exams. Each one includes detailed explanations, state-specific notes, and practice questions to build your knowledge.

11–15% of exam

Property Ownership & Land Use

Types of property ownership, estates and interests, concurrent ownership, easements, and government controls over land use.

Types of OwnershipLand Use ControlsEstates and InterestsEncumbrances and EasementsZoning and Land Use Regulations
10–13% of exam

Laws of Agency

Agency relationships, fiduciary duties, types of representation, and disclosure requirements in real estate transactions.

Agency RelationshipsDisclosure and LiabilityTypes of AgencyFiduciary DutiesTermination of Agency
10–11% of exam

Valuation & Market Analysis

Property valuation methods, the three approaches to value, comparative market analysis, and factors that influence property prices.

Approaches to ValueMarket Analysis and AppraisalComparative Market AnalysisFactors Affecting ValueAppraisal Process and StandardsIncome Approach Calculations
10–13% of exam

Financing

Mortgage types, lending regulations, loan qualification, closing costs, and the financing process for real estate transactions.

Mortgage FundamentalsLending RegulationsLoan Types and ProgramsClosing Costs and SettlementBorrower Qualification
9–12% of exam

Contracts

Contract formation, validity, performance, breach, and remedies as tested on real estate licensing exams across all states.

Formation and ValidityContract Performance and BreachOffer and AcceptanceContingencies and ConditionsRemedies for BreachDisclosures and Requirements
8–12% of exam

Transfer of Property

Deed types, title searches and insurance, recording procedures, closing processes, and transfer taxes in real property transactions.

Deeds and TitleClosing ProcessTypes of DeedsTitle Insurance and SearchesRecording and Settlement Procedures
7–9% of exam

Fair Housing & Ethics

Federal and state fair housing laws, protected classes, prohibited practices, and ethical standards for real estate professionals.

Fair Housing LawProhibited PracticesProtected ClassesAccessibility and AccommodationsEthics and Professional Standards

Some states have additional state-specific topics. Visit your state page for details on requirements unique to your exam.

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