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Take the National Exam →This free Louisiana Real Estate Salesperson Practice Exam prepares you for the 2025 licensing test. This page includes a 135-question practice test, a complete breakdown of eligibility, detailed exam structure, 2025 law changes, and expert study tips. Assess your level and start your practice exam below.
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Who is eligible to take the Louisiana Real Estate Salesperson license exam?
To qualify for the Louisiana Salesperson license exam, candidates must meet specific educational, legal, and procedural requirements:
- Complete the official application form.
- Hold a high school diploma or GED equivalency certificate.
- Finish 90 hours of approved real estate education.
- Submit a criminal background check.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Obtain sponsorship from a licensed real estate broker.
- Provide proof of errors and omissions insurance before license issuance.
What’s on the Louisiana Real Estate Salesperson exam?
The Louisiana Real Estate Salesperson exam includes 135 multiple-choice questions: 80 questions for the national section and 55 questions for the state portion. Each part measures your understanding of real estate concepts, Louisiana laws, and legal responsibilities. The national section covers agency relationships, property ownership, contracts, math, and federal law. The state portion focuses on Louisiana-specific topics such as civil law, licensing requirements, and state agency regulations.
Louisiana Real Estate exam topics
The table below are major licensing topics you’ll need to study:
National Section
| Topic | Subtopics | Questions |
| Real Property, Legal Descriptions, Use | Property types, fixtures, legal descriptions, land use controls | 11 |
| Forms of Ownership, Transfer, Recording Title | Ownership forms, estates, deeds, title transfer, recording | 9 |
| Property Value and Appraisal | Value concepts, appraisal process, CMA, BPO | 11 |
| Real Estate Contracts and Agency | Contract types, validity, performance, sales contracts, agency creation/termination | 16 |
| Real Estate Practice | Broker responsibilities, listing agreements, fair housing, risk management | 10 |
| Property Disclosures & Environmental Issues | Hazardous substances, disclosures, liability | 9 |
| Financing and Settlement | Financing concepts, loan types, federal regulations, closing | 7 |
| Real Estate Math Calculations | Area, value, commissions, loans, investment, property management calculations | 7 |
State Section
| Topic | Subtopics | Questions |
| Duties & Powers of Commission | Powers, records, investigations, sanctions | 4–6 |
| Licensing Requirements | Activities requiring license, eligibility, education, renewals | 7–9 |
| Statutory Requirements for Licensees | Advertising, broker/salesperson relations, disclosures, conflict of interest, handling money | 13–15 |
| Louisiana Civil Law System | Property types, ownership, transfer, obligations, contracts, sales, leases, mortgages | 13–15 |
| Louisiana Law of Agency | Agency terms, client relationships, dual agency, vicarious liability, customer pamphlet | 13–15 |
What is the exam passing score?
The passing score for the Louisiana Real Estate Salesperson exam is 70% for both sections. You need at least 56 correct answers out of 80 on the national portion and 40 correct out of 55 on the state portion. Results are displayed immediately on your computer screen after you finish the exam.
What 2025 Louisiana Real Estate Laws should you know for the Salesperson exam?
In 2025, Louisiana updated real estate laws that affect the Salesperson exam. Key changes include revised license renewal procedures, expanded disclosure requirements, and updated civil law topics. Most legal updates appear in exam sections such as licensing requirements, agency law, and property transfer.
| Name of the Law | Brief Description | 2025 Status/Changes | Exam Relevance |
| Act 690 (Buyer Representation) | Requires all buyer-broker relationships for 1–4 unit properties to have a written agreement. | New in 2025: Written agreements now mandatory. | Reflected under Agency Law, Brokerage Operations |
| Act 363 (Service Agreements) | Prohibits recording certain personal service agreements (NTRAPS) against real property. | New in 2025: Recording is banned and a violation. | Reflected under Contract Law, Unfair Practices |
| Planned Community Act | Establishes statewide rules for planned communities, developer disclosures, and HOA governance. | Effective Jan 1, 2025: New statewide framework. | Reflected under Property Ownership, Disclosures |
| HB 256 (Commissioner Terms) | Doubles maximum allowable service for LREC commissioners from one to two six-year terms. | New in 2025: Term limit expanded. | Reflected under Licensing Law, LREC Governance |
How to prepare for the exam?
Improving your pass rate depends on understanding the exam structure, and using proven prep resources and following a targeted study plan.
Understanding Louisiana Salesperson exam details
Louisiana Real Estate exam structure and requirements is essential for effective preparation. Here is information you need to know:
- Time allotted: 180 minutes (3 hours), including 105 minutes for national section and 85 minutes for state section.
- Exam fee: $85.
- Exam format: on a computer.
- Licensing authority: Pearson VUE.
- Where to take the exam: Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Metairie, New Orleans, Shreveport.
Learning from prep resources
Use trusted study guides and platforms that align with Louisiana’s exam outline. Quality resources include:
Prep books
- Louisiana Real Estate License Exam Prep (LA-RELEP): Comprehensive guide by Stephen Mettling & team, featuring Louisiana-specific law review, 500 national + 125 state practice questions, and a 100-question state sample exam.
- Louisiana Real Estate Exam Prep: The Complete Guide to Passing by Michael Pearson: Focused study resource with four full-length Louisiana practice tests designed to mirror the Pearson VUE exam format and reflect recent law changes.
Free practice test platforms
- Realtylicenseprep practice tests: offer national and 50-state exam simulations that mirror real test conditions and question types.
Other resources
- Video tutorials: explain complex topics step-by-step.
- Flashcards: effective for memorizing key terms and legal definitions.
- Joining a study group: provides discussion-based learning.
Follow study strategy
A structured study plan improves content retention and builds confidence under real exam timing. You can begin with core topics, then refine your approach based on past performance. The table below is a sample of 8‑week study plan:
| Week | Focus | Activities |
| 1 - 2 | Ownership & agency | Read outline, watch topic videos, flashcards |
| 3 - 4 | Valuation, financing, contracts | Practice questions + review wrong answers |
| 5 | Disclosures & ethics | Deep dive into cases & laws |
| 6 | Practice exams | Timed mock tests |
| 7 | Review weak areas | Re-study low-scoring sections |
| 8 | Final exam simulation | Full test practice under timed conditions |
Weak area analysis
- Review your score breakdown weekly.
- Focus additional study on areas below 70%.
- Review incorrect answers to understand mistakes deeply.
Mastering Real Estate math
There will be about 7math questions in the national section of the Louisiana Real Estate Salesperson exam. These questions focus on practical real estate calculations such as loan-to-value ratios, down payments, and other common financial metrics relevant to property transactions.
Candidates are permitted to use the following standard conversion data during the exam, unless a specific question indicates otherwise:
- 43,560 square feet/acre
- 5,280 feet/mile
- Round off calculations (where applicable)
For questions that involve prorated amounts, the exam will clearly state:
- Whether the calculation should be based on a 360-day or 365-day year, and
- Whether the day of closing is assigned to the buyer or seller
Since math questions can affect your result, focused practice is essential after reviewing the main topics. To prepare:
- Review formulas for commission, loan-to-value ratio, and property tax calculations.
- Solve sample problems with our practice tests.
- Use flashcards or guided quizzes to reinforce conversions and amortization steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I fail one part of the Louisiana exam?
You only need to retake the failed portion; you do not have to retake the entire test.
What real estate math is tested on the Louisiana exam?
Expect questions on area, commissions, taxes, prorations, and mortgage calculations. Practicing sample math questions is recommended.
How long should I study before the Louisiana real estate exam?
Most candidates report studying 2–4 weeks with focused daily review is sufficient.
How should I pace my exam approach?
Use a two-pass method: quickly answer confident questions, flag the rest, then review flagged items. Take your time to read carefully, eliminate wrong choices, and ensure math accuracy.
How do I overcome test anxiety and second-guessing?
Label questions based on confidence (A – sure, B – unsure, C – math), complete the A group first, skip B and C, then return for review. Look for clues in later questions, you may find hidden answers.