New Hampshire Real Estate License – Frequently Asked Questions

To get a New Hampshire real estate license:1. Complete a 40-hour pre-licensing course2. Pass the state exam3. Apply with the NH Real Estate CommissionFor a step-by-step breakdown, visit our Licensing Process page.

No. New Hampshire does not require a high school diploma or GED for a real estate license.The qualifications for a New Hampshire real estate salesperson license are established by NH RSA 331-A:10, and a high school diploma or GED is not listed as a qualification for licensure.For a complete explanation of the New Hampshire licensing requirements, visit our Licensing Process page.

Signing up is easy! You can view our flexible schedule and register online at our Pre-License Course Registration page.

Many students complete the process in approximately 2 to 6 weeks, depending on their schedule and how quickly they complete the required steps. Important: New Hampshire state law requires you to take your licensing examination within 6 months of your pre-licensing course start date.

Yes! We offer live Zoom classes with flexible scheduling. Check our Online Pre-License Course Schedule to find a time that works for you.

The total cost is $490. This includes your $300 pre-licensing course, the $66 exam fee, the $25 background check, and the $99 state application fee.

The exam is challenging and covers both national real estate concepts and New Hampshire-specific laws and regulations. We provide structured exam preparation and 1-on-1 support to help students prepare.

The exam consists of 120 total questions (80 national and 40 state-specific). You must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on both sections to pass.

A criminal record does not automatically prevent you from obtaining a New Hampshire real estate license. The NH Real Estate Commission reviews criminal record information as part of the licensing process. Annulled offenses are treated differently under New Hampshire law and generally are not considered in the same manner as non-annulled offenses.

After passing, you apply for your license and affiliate with a licensed New Hampshire broker to begin practicing.

Yes, you must be sponsored by a licensed broker before your license can be activated and you can begin working.

When the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission issues your real estate license, you are a licensed real estate agent. A REALTOR® is a licensed real estate professional who has also joined the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) through a REALTOR® association and agrees to follow the NAR Code of Ethics.REALTOR® membership can provide access to professional resources, education, networking, MLS services where applicable, and other member benefits. There is a difference between the two terms, although people often use “real estate agent” and “REALTOR®” interchangeably in everyday conversation.

Income varies significantly among New Hampshire real estate agents. Real estate sales agents generally earn commission-based income rather than a fixed salary, and earnings depend on factors such as sales volume, experience, market conditions, brokerage arrangements, and expenses. According to current U.S. Department of Labor data, the 2025 median annual wage for New Hampshire real estate sales agents was $57,620, while the highest 10% earned $97,780 or more.

Yes, many agents start part-time while transitioning from another career into real estate.

Yes! At NH Real Estate School, we provide Free Optional Job Placement Assistance to help you find the right brokerage.

The fastest way is to enroll in the required 40-hour course, complete the education as quickly as your schedule allows, and register for the examination through PSI as soon as you are eligible.

Yes, all our courses are fully accredited by the NH Real Estate Commission.

Yes, our flex-scheduling allows you to start anytime convenient for you. Check our Pre-license FLEX Schedule Calendar.

Topics include real estate law, contracts, agency relationships, financing, NH-specific statutes, and more.

Yes, we provide all required CE credits for CE License Renewal.

Yes, we offer a dedicated online NH Broker Pre-License Course for experienced agents.

NH offers recognition reciprocity with other states. Learn more on our NH Reciprocity Guide.

We offer accredited, affordable, live online flexible schedule instruction, designed and presented by Ann Flanagan, an expert local Instructor with 20+ years experience as Investigator for the NH Real Estate Commission, and 10+ years as a real estate Instructor.We provide personal assistance for all your real estate license needs, and a commitment to your success long after you pass the exam.