The NY real estate salesperson exam is passable — but plenty of people fail it. Here is what to expect and how to be fully prepared.
NY Real Estate Exam Basics
- Format: 75 multiple-choice questions
- Time limit: 1.5 hours
- Passing score: 70% (53 out of 75)
- Cost per attempt: $15 (through PSI Exams)
Topics Covered on the Exam
- NY license law and Real Property Law
- Law of agency and fiduciary duties
- Real estate contracts
- Financing and mortgages
- Land use regulations and zoning
- Human rights and fair housing
- Real estate math and calculations
- Closings and settlement procedures
Where Most Candidates Struggle
- Real estate math — commission calculations, prorations, mortgage math. Do not skip this.
- Agency law nuances — buyer agency, dual agency, disclosure requirements
- Fair housing protected classes — know them cold
- NY-specific law — NY DOS rules and license law require specific state knowledge
How Main St Success Prepares You
Exam prep is built into our curriculum from day one — not added as an afterthought. Our instructors are licensed NY real estate professionals who know the exam inside out. We teach you how to think through exam questions, not just memorize content.
Exam Day Tips
- Read every question carefully — scenario-based questions require precise reading
- Eliminate obviously wrong answers first
- Manage time: 1.5 hours / 75 questions = 1.2 minutes each
- Do not skip math questions — they are predictable and can be practiced
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