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Free Real Estate Practice Test

Take our free real estate practice test with 20 questions covering principles, contracts, agency, and finance. Instant scoring with answer explanations.

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This free real estate practice test includes 20 multiple-choice questions drawn from the subject areas covered on national real estate licensing exams for salesperson and broker candidates. Topics include property ownership, legal descriptions, fair housing law, appraisal basics, contracts, agency relationships, and real estate finance.

After you submit, you will see your score, the correct answer for each question, and a plain-English explanation. Use missed questions to identify the topics you need to study before your state licensing exam.

These questions are for study practice only and are not official exam questions. ExamsLib is not an official licensing authority or affiliated with any state real estate commission or exam provider. Passing this practice test does not guarantee a passing score on your state licensing exam.

These questions are for study practice only and are not official exam questions.

Question 1

A property owner has the right to use her land, sell it, lease it, or give it away. Together, these rights are commonly called the:

Question 2

Under the Fair Housing Act of 1968, which of the following is NOT a protected class at the federal level?

Question 3

A fee simple estate is BEST described as:

Question 4

Which type of legal description uses compass bearings and distances to describe a parcel of land?

Question 5

A deed transfers title from the grantor to the grantee. Which of the following must a valid deed contain?

Question 6

Steering -- directing buyers toward or away from neighborhoods based on race -- is illegal under the Fair Housing Act. Which of the following scenarios is an example of steering?

Question 7

Which type of deed offers the GREATEST protection to the grantee?

Question 8

A life estate grants ownership rights that last for:

Question 9

An easement appurtenant benefits:

Question 10

The government's right to take private property for public use with just compensation is called:

Question 11

Two siblings inherit a property and each holds an undivided interest with no right of survivorship. This form of co-ownership is called:

Question 12

A property owner claims title by adverse possession. Which condition is NOT typically required for a successful adverse possession claim?

Question 13

Under the rectangular survey system, a standard township contains how many sections?

Question 14

A developer's property is subject to a deed restriction prohibiting commercial use. The government later zones the area commercial. Which control takes precedence?

Question 15

A real estate agent has just signed a listing agreement with a seller. The agent's PRIMARY fiduciary duty runs to:

Question 16

Earnest money deposited by a buyer is typically held by:

Question 17

Which listing agreement gives ONE broker the exclusive right to sell, meaning the broker earns a commission even if the owner finds the buyer personally?

Question 18

For a real estate sales contract to be legally enforceable, it must be in writing under which law?

Question 19

A buyer's agent is legally obligated to disclose to the buyer that a house they are considering is located in a flood zone. This is an example of the agent's duty of:

Question 20

A seller accepts a buyer's offer but changes the sales price before signing and initials the change. The buyer has not agreed to the price change. What has the seller created?

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Frequently asked questions

What topics does this real estate practice test cover?

The practice test covers real estate principles (property ownership, legal descriptions, fair housing, appraisal), contracts and agency (contract elements, agency duties, fiduciary obligations, purchase agreements), and real estate finance (mortgage types, federal lending laws, LTV, and amortization basics).

Is this the same as the real estate salesperson or broker exam?

No. These questions are for study practice only and are not official exam questions from any state real estate commission or exam provider. ExamsLib is not an official licensing authority. This practice test is a study tool to help you prepare.

How many questions are on the free practice test?

This free practice test contains 20 multiple-choice questions. A passing practice score is 70 percent or better (14 out of 20 correct).

Does this test cover state-specific real estate law?

The questions focus primarily on national real estate principles and practices rather than one specific state's laws. For state-specific content, review your state's licensing statutes and the state portion of your approved pre-licensing course materials.

Can I retake the practice test?

Yes. You can take the practice test as many times as you need. A different set of questions may be assembled on each attempt.