Embarking on a career in real estate is an exciting journey, but before you can help clients find their dream homes, you’ll need to conquer the Missouri Real Estate Exam. This pivotal step on your path to becoming a licensed agent can be challenging, but fear not. From learning how to schedule your exam to practice questions, this comprehensive guide is here to tell you everything you need to know to prepare for the big test.
Becoming a Real Estate Agent in Missouri
With an average real estate salary starting around $70,307 in Missouri, it is no wonder why real estate has become such a popular career choice.
To become a real estate agent in Missouri and represent buyers and sellers in the real estate transaction process, a candidate must complete the following steps:
- Complete 72 Hours of Approved Education
- Pass the Course Final Exam
- Pass the Missouri Real Estate Exam
- Submit Fingerprints and a Background Check
- Complete the Licensing Application
Learn more about how to get a real estate license in Missouri.
Before Registering for the Exam
Before a candidate can register to take their Missouri Real Estate Exam, they must complete 72 hours of pre-licensing education. This education splits into two sections: the 48-hour salesperson pre-examination course and the 24-hour Missouri real estate practice (MREP) course. Take the 24-hour course any time before the real estate application is submitted.
After you finish your Missouri real estate pre-licensing education, you need to take a course final exam. Candidates must then submit their fingerprints and file a real estate salesperson application with the Missouri Real Estate Commission (MREC).
What Are the Requirements for Getting Your Broker’s Real Estate License in Missouri?
Here are the general requirements and steps to obtain a broker's real estate license in Missouri:
1. Experience:
- For at least 24 of the last 30 months, you must have an active Missouri salesperson license before applying for a broker's license.
2. Education:
- Complete a 48-hour broker pre-examination course from an accredited Missouri real estate school.
3. Examination:
- After completing the required education, you'll need to pass the Missouri broker licensing exam.
- Schedule and take the broker's examination through the state's designated testing agency. The exam will test you on both national and state-specific real estate knowledge.
- Successfully pass both the general and state portions of the broker exam.
4. Background Check:
- You must submit fingerprints through the state's approved vendor for a background check by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the FBI.
- The background check must not reveal any criminal history that would disqualify you from obtaining a broker's license.
5. Application:
- Submit a completed broker's license application to the Missouri Real Estate Commission. This should include proof of completing the required education and successfully passing the broker's exam.
- Pay any associated application and licensing fees.
How Do You Schedule Your Exam?
Candidates register for the exam online by following the steps through PSI Candidate Services.
Schedule your exam by phone by calling PSI at 888-818-5829. Their offices take phone calls from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Central Time) Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, and 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Exams are scheduled within seven days of contacting PSI but on a first-come, first-served basis.
Have this information available when you register for the exam:
- Social Security Number
- Full Given Name
- Mailing Address
- Physical Address, if different than mailing address
- Home Telephone Number/Business Telephone Number
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- School Name
- Examination you are taking
How Much Does it Cost to Take the Missouri Real Estate Exam?
The candidate must pay a $62 for a salesperson examination fee. If scheduling your appointment online, you must pay the total amount via credit card when scheduling the exam.
If you call to schedule your appointment, you have the option of paying by credit card at the time of the call. You can choose to pay by personal check, cashier's check, or money order at the testing center. The testing center does not accept cash or card.
What Fees Are Paid to Get a Real Estate License in Missouri?
The expenses associated with becoming a real estate agent in Missouri can change based on school fees and the specific educational program chosen by the student. However, on average, aspiring agents should anticipate spending between $350.00 and $800.00 to obtain their license. This includes the cost of taking the state exam, submitting a real estate license application, and getting a background check.
Where Do You Take the Missouri Real Estate Exam?
Students must take their MREC salesperson exams at a designated testing center. The list of test locations is below.
Kansas City
18000 W 105th Street
Olathe, KS 66061
Jefferson City
2410 Hyde Park Road
Suite C
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Kirksville - Kirksville Area Technical Center
1103 S Cottage Grove
Kirksville, MO 63501
Springfield
3003 East Chestnut Expressway
RDI Building, Suite 400
Springfield, MO 65802
St. Louis
11100 Mueller Road
Suite 7 & 8 (room B)
St. Louis, MO 63123
West Plains - Lybyer Technology Center
605 W Main Street , Room 108
West Plains, MO 62775
What Is on the Missouri Real Estate Exam?
The Missouri Real Estate Salesperson Examination consists of both a national portion and a state portion. The total time allowed for both parts of the examination is four (4) hours. The questions will not appear in separate sections and are intermixed throughout the test.
How Hard Is the Missouri Real Estate Exam?
The exam can be challenging, but VanEd has created an effective Missouri real estate exam prep course to help students pass their first time!
Missouri Real Estate Exam Practice Questions
1. Baird bought two rectangular lots, each of which measures 244' x 250'. Approximately how many total acres will be in the two lots combined?
A. 2.8
B. 3.2
C. 5.6
D. 7.0
2. A person has been using a property for a long time. That person's rights have been determined to supersede those of the fee simple owner. This is called which of the following?
A. escheat
B. homestead
C. eminent domain
D. adverse possession
3. A property has been condemned by the city so that the land can be used to build a better approach to the municipal hospital's emergency entrance. Which of the following powers is the city exercising?
A. power of attorney
B. police power
C. eminent domain
D. escheat
4. A salesperson deliberately shows a buyer homes in only one subdivision where many people of the buyer's religious faith live. Has the salesperson violated any law?
A. Yes, because a salesperson must show a prospective buyer homes in at least three different areas.
B. Yes, because a salesperson cannot discriminate on the basis of religion when showing property to a buyer.
C. No, because the salesperson's broker is responsible for any violations of law.
D. No, because there was no intent to discriminate on the basis of race or national origin.
5. A licensee who works for ABC Realty obtains a listing. Two days later, the licensee begins working for XYZ Realty. Which of the following is true regarding this listing?
A. The listing is transferred to XYZ Realty.
B. The licensee is entitled to compensation when she begins working for XYZ Realty.
C. The listing remains with ABC Realty.
D. The listing is automatically terminated.
ANSWERS
- A
- D
- C
- B
- C
What Should You Expect on the Day of Your Test?
On the exam day, candidates should report to the test center thirty (30) minutes before the examination and check in with the test center administrator. The candidate is required to show two forms of identification. The primary form must be government-issued, current, and include a name, signature, and photograph. You will also be required to sign a roster for verification of your identity.
Your examination is given by computer at a PSI Test Center. You do not need computer experience or typing skills to take your exam.
All personal belongings must go in a locker for the duration of the test. Each candidate receives a pencil. Candidates can use a simple calculator.
Don't forget these calculations!
These calculations are not available at the test center and should be memorized.
Candidates may use the following information in making mathematical calculations on the real estate examinations unless otherwise stated in the text of the question:
43,560 square feet/acre
5,280 feet/mile
Round off calculations (where applicable)
How to Pass Your Exam
At VanEd Real Estate School, we make passing your exam simple with our Missouri Real Estate Exam Prep Course Program, which contains a full review of your pre-license courses and various practice questions that you will find on the exam.
How Long Do I Have to Apply for a Real Estate License After Passing Exam Missouri?
Once you've satisfied the necessary criteria and successfully passed the test, you can proceed to apply for your real estate salesperson's or broker's license. It's crucial to send your license application to the Missouri Real Estate Commission within six months from the date you complete the 48-hour pre-examination course.
Test Results
Report to the testing supervisor to receive your report after completing the exam. If you do not pass the National portion of the exam, you will only receive diagnostic scoring information. You would not receive a diagnostic scoring if you failed the state portion of your exam.
The passing score for the national portion of the exam is 70/100 or 70%. The passing score for the state portion is 30/40 or 70%. It is required to pass both parts of the exam before you receive your Missouri salesperson license.
After passing the exam and meeting eligibility requirements, you may apply for your salesperson license with the MREC. Submit your application for a license to the Missouri Real Estate Commission within six months of the date of your pre-examination course completion.
All applicants for a Missouri real estate license must be fingerprinted for a Missouri and federal criminal history background check. Therefore, you must contact IDEMIA (IdentoGO) for fingerprinting before applying for your license.
What Address Do I Send My Fingerprints for Missouri Real Estate License?
To submit your fingerprints, you generally wouldn't send your fingerprints directly to any address. Instead, Missouri uses electronic fingerprinting services provided by third-party vendors.
Here's a general overview of the process:
1. Register for Fingerprinting: Register with the state's approved fingerprinting service provider. Missouri's Real Estate Commission used a vendor called "IdentoGO" by IDEMIA for electronic fingerprinting services.
2. Visit a Fingerprinting Location: Once registered, visit an electronic fingerprinting location where your fingerprints will be taken digitally.
3. Background Check: The electronic fingerprinting service provider will then send your fingerprints to the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the FBI for the background check.
4. Results Sent to the Commission: The results of your background check will be sent electronically directly to the Missouri Real Estate Commission.
According to the Missouri Real Estate Commission, to contact IDEMIA (IdentoGO) for fingerprinting, you first need to sign up with the Missouri Automated Criminal History Site (MACHS) at www.machs.mo.gov. To ensure the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the FBI forward the results to the Missouri Real Estate Commission, input the MREC's four-digit registration number, 0004.
After registering, you'll be guided to a directory of available fingerprinting locations across the state. Some of these locations offer evening and weekend hours. When you visit a fingerprinting site, make sure to carry a Photo ID with you. Valid forms of ID include a driver's license, military ID, or passport. Although services at each site are on a first-come, first-served basis, the fingerprinting procedure typically lasts about 10 minutes.
What States Have Reciprocity With Missouri Real Estate License?
Missouri has full real estate license reciprocity agreements, meaning it has reciprocity with all states. Real estate agents wanting reciprocity for a real estate license in Missouri are required to:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Provide evidence of fingerprinting through the approved statewide vendor
Specific reciprocity guidelines depend on the license type you’re seeking
How Long Does It Take To Get Real Estate License in Missouri?
Typically, obtaining a real estate license in Missouri takes between 3-5 months.
However, the duration can differ for each individual, depending on how quickly they finish the 72 hours of pre-licensing courses, pass the licensing examination, and navigate through the application process. Factors like application and background check processing times also play a role in determining the total time.
How to Get a Real Estate License in Missouri
Here's a general guide to obtaining a salesperson's real estate license in Missouri:
1. Age and Other Preliminary Requirements:
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- Be of good moral character with honesty, integrity, and fair dealing.
2. Pre-Licensing Education:
- Complete a 48-hour pre-examination course from an accredited Missouri real estate school.
- Obtain a certificate of course completion, which will be required when you schedule your exam.
- Completing the 48-hour Salesperson Pre-Examination course must be done before you can apply to take the state licensing exam.
3. Post-License Education:
- After passing the licensing exam, complete a 24-hour Missouri Real Estate Practice (MREP) course.
- Completing the 24-hour course must be done before you apply for your Missouri real estate salesperson license.
4. Course Final Exam:
- After completing the 72 hours of coursework, you must meet MREC's requirement of passing the course final exam with a score of 75% or higher.
5. State Licensing Exam:
- After passing your course exams, schedule your state licensing exam through the designated testing service.
- Pass both the national and state-specific portions of the exam.
6. Fingerprinting and Background Check:
- Before sitting for the licensing exam, you'll need to be fingerprinted for a background check.
- Schedule and complete fingerprinting through the state's approved vendor. The results will be sent directly to the Missouri Real Estate Commission.
7. License Application:
- Once you've met the education requirements and passed the exam, you can apply for your salesperson's license.
- Submit the application to the Missouri Real Estate Commission with all required documentation, including proof of course completion, exam scores, and background check.
- Pay the appropriate licensing fee.
Important Points of Contact
Missouri Real Estate Commission
3605 Missouri Boulevard
P.O. Box 1339
Jefferson City, MO 65102-1339
Phone: 573-751-2628
Fax: 573-751-2777
TTY:800-735-2966
Fax:800-735-2466 Voice Relay
Email: REALESTATE@PR.MO.GOV
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