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Who is eligible to take the Maine Real Estate Salesperson license exam?
To qualify for the Maine Real Estate Salesperson exam, candidates must meet several requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must provide proof of completion of required pre-license education.
- Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Must log in to apply or complete the official application form.
What’s on the Maine Real Estate Salesperson exam?
The Maine Real Estate Salesperson exam features 120 multiple-choice questions—80 for the national portion and 40 for the Maine law portion. Each section evaluates your understanding of core real estate concepts, federal regulations, and Maine-specific laws. National topics include property characteristics, contracts, financing, and math, while the state portion covers Maine real estate law, licensing, and practice requirements.
Maine Real Estate exam topics
Below are two tables that break down the exam topics, subtopics for both the national and state sections.
National Section (80 questions)
| Topic Area | Subtopics | Number of Questions |
| Real Property Characteristics, Legal Descriptions, and Property Use | Fixtures, property types, legal descriptions, land use controls | 11 |
| Forms of Ownership, Transfer, and Recording of Title | Types of ownership, deeds, title transfer, recording | 9 |
| Property Value and Appraisal | Market value, appraisal, methods, BPO, CMA | 11 |
| Real Estate Contracts and Agency | Contract elements, performance, agency types, licensee obligations | 16 |
| Real Estate Practice | Broker responsibilities, brokerage agreements, Fair Housing, risk management | 10 |
| Property Disclosures and Environmental Issues | Disclosure requirements, hazardous materials, liability | 9 |
| Financing and Settlement | Financing types, lender requirements, federal regulations, settlement | 7 |
| Real Estate Math Calculations | Area, value, commission, financing, closing costs, investment, management | 7 |
Maine Law (State Section - 40 questions)
| Topic Area | Subtopics | Number of Questions |
| Maine Real Estate Commission | Powers, investigations, hearings, sanctions | 2 |
| Maine Laws and Rules Governing Activities of Licensees | Licensing, brokerage, contracts, handling monies, disclosures, commissions | 15 |
| Law of Agency/Brokerage | Types of agency, contracts, client obligations, disclosures | 10 |
| Maine-Specific Principles and Practices | Ownership, transfers, landlord-tenant law, condominiums, closings | 8 |
| Maine Land-Use Law | Subdivisions, shoreland zoning, site development, environmental protections | 5 |
What is the exam passing score?
A passing score of 75 is required for both sections of the Maine Real Estate Salesperson exam. Scores are reported on a scale from 0 to 100 and do not directly reflect the percentage or number of questions answered correctly. Any score below 75 indicates how close the candidate was to passing.
What 2025 Maine Real Estate Laws should you know for the Salesperson exam?
The most significant 2025 changes in Maine real estate laws include the requirement for separate negotiation of buyer and seller agent commissions, the introduction of a new mandatory core continuing education course, and clarifications to property management and landlord-tenant regulations. These updates are reflected in exam topics such as commission practices, agency relationships, licensing, and landlord-tenant law.
Below is a summary of the key 2025 laws:
| Name of Law/Act | Brief Description | 2025 Status (Changes) | Exam Relevance / Reflected In Exam Topic |
| Commission Negotiation Law | Requires buyers and sellers to negotiate and pay their agent's commission separately. | New for 2025: Commissions are no longer pooled in listing prices. | Under Commission Practices and Agency Law |
| Reasonable Care and Diligence CE Requirement | Mandatory core continuing education course for license renewal. | New core CE course effective April 1, 2025, replacing previous core topics. | Applies to post-licensure CE, not exam |
| Security Deposit and Landlord-Tenant Law | Governs security deposit limits, refund timelines, and habitability standards. | Clarifications and enforcement rules reiterated in 2025. | Under Landlord-Tenant Law and Disclosures |
| Sales Tax on Leases and Rentals | Leased/rented property is now subject to sales tax on each payment. | New for 2025: Lessors must collect sales tax on every payment instead of upfront. | Tax regulations are not covered on exam |
| Licensing and Disclosure Requirements | Sets standards for licensees and required disclosures to clients. | Ongoing, with minor updates in 2025 to align with new commission and CE rules. | Under License Requirements and Disclosures |
How to prepare for the exam?
Improving your pass rate depends on understanding exam structure, using the right study resources, and building a targeted study plan.
Understanding Maine Salesperson exam details
Maine Real Estate exam structure and requirements are essential for effective preparation. Here is information you need to know:
- Time allotted: 2.5 hours for the national section, 90 minutes for the state section
- Exam fee: $85
- Exam format: Computer-based exam
- Licensing authority: Pearson VUE
- Where to take the exam: Bangor, Presque Isle, Westbrook (ME), Boston, Concord, Woburn (MA)
Learning from prep resources
Use trusted study guides and platforms that align with Maine’s exam outline. Quality resources include:
Prep books
- Maine Real Estate Exam Prep: The Complete Guide to Passing by Genevieve Marchand: Comprehensive guide covering Maine-specific laws and core real estate concepts, including four full-length practice tests aligned with the Pearson VUE exam format.
- Maine Real Estate License Exam Prep by Gavin Bill, PhD: In-depth study manual offering targeted topic reviews, practice questions that closely mirror the real test, and strategies for mastering exam content.
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 Maine 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
Tips for Maine exam - anything special to focus on?
There are some topics to focus on: Maine’s specific laws, agency, trust account handling, and environmental disclosures. It’s wise to review these intensively.
Is there a fast-track process to get a Maine real estate license through reciprocity
No, there isn't. Maine doesn't offer reciprocity for new applicants. You must complete Maine’s full pre-license education and exam, no shortcuts through out-of-state licensing.
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.