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How to Get a Real Estate License in Massachusetts or Rhode Island

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Ready to become a real estate agent? Zander Academy makes it easier to understand the licensing process in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Learn the education requirements, prepare for your real estate exam, get licensed, and discover the training and mentorship available to help you launch your real estate career. 

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How to Get Your Real Estate License: Step-by-Step

The real estate industry rewards those who pursue excellence with unwavering dedication. With Zander Realty Group's elite guidance and comprehensive support, you can build an extraordinary career helping discerning clients achieve their luxury property dreams.

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Step 1: Complete Your Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course
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Step 2: Pass Your State Real Estate Licensing Exam
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Step 3: Choose a Real Estate Brokerage and Begin Training
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Step 4: Start Your Career as a Real Estate Agent

Step 1: Complete Your Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course


Massachusetts: Complete a 40-hour state-approved real estate salesperson pre-licensing course.

Rhode Island: Complete a 45-hour state-approved real estate salesperson pre-licensing course.

Courses can be taken in person, online, or hybrid. We recommend taking an exam prep course to help you pass both the State and National portions of the licensing exam.

Learning Tip: Choose a course format that fits your schedule and learning style. Consistent study, exam preparation, practice questions, and understanding state-specific real estate law are key to preparing for the licensing exam.

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Step 2: Pass Your State Real Estate Licensing Exam


Once you've completed your pre-licensing education:

Massachusetts: Schedule your State & National exams through PSI Exams.

Rhode Island: Schedule your State & National exams through Pearson VUE.

You must pass both portions to receive your license.

Exam Costs: MA – $85 | RI – $70

Bring all required documents to your exam appointment (photo ID, course completion certificate, and any state-specific forms).

Step 3: Choose a Real Estate Brokerage and Begin Training


Once you're licensed, you'll enter our structured onboarding, coaching, and mentorship program to help you hit the ground running:

  • One-on-One Mentorship – You'll be paired with an experienced agent to guide you through your first deals.
  • New Agent Bootcamp – Our intensive program covers contracts, lead generation, negotiation skills, and compliance.
  • Weekly Group Coaching – Learn proven strategies in a collaborative setting.
  • On-Demand Resources – Access scripts, templates, and training videos anytime.
  • Accountability & Goal Setting – We'll help you stay on track and measure progress.

At Zander, our goal is to ensure you don't just get licensed—you get profitable quickly.

Step 4: Start Your Career as a Real Estate Agent


With your license and our support system, you're ready to:

  • Represent buyers and sellers in real estate transactions
  • Build lasting relationships and a referral-based business
  • Grow a career that gives you both freedom and financial opportunity

This isn't just a job—it's a relationship-based business where your success is fueled by mentorship, systems, and drive.

Real Estate Licensing Requirements

Requirement Massachusetts Rhode Island
Pre-Licensing Hours 40 Hours 45 Hours
Approved Education Providers State-approved real estate schools State-approved real estate schools
Exam Provider PSI Exams Pearson VUE
Exam Cost $85 $70
Exam Structure State & National sections State & National sections
Passing Score 70% or higher 70% or higher
Application Process Submit at PSI testing center after passing exam Submit to RI Department of Business Regulation (DBR) after passing exam
Continuing Education Requirement 12 Hours every 2 years 24 Hours every 2 years
Post-License Training at Zander Mentorship, Bootcamp, Weekly Coaching Mentorship, Bootcamp, Weekly Coaching
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Massachusetts Real Estate Classes with Zander Academy

Zander Academy is the real estate education and career-development platform of Zander Realty Group, an independent real estate brokerage serving Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Zander Academy helps aspiring agents complete their required pre-licensing education, prepare for the real estate licensing exam, and transition from newly licensed salesperson to practicing real estate professional through mentorship, coaching, and brokerage training.

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(617) 470-7717

Email

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Address

530 Washington Street Suite #3 Stoughton, MA 02072

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