Free Rhode Island Real Estate Practice Exam
Rhode Island real estate salesperson practice exam. 130 questions covering national content and Rhode Island state law.
Rhode Island Real Estate Exam
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Real Estate Principles
Property ownership, contracts, agency, deeds, fair housing, and appraisal. Core national content.
Real Estate Finance
Mortgages, loan types, RESPA, TILA, title insurance, and closing costs.
Rhode Island State Law
RI DBR/REC rules, Transaction Facilitator default, DCR, MRD form, E&O insurance, lead hazard mitigation, conveyance tax, and RI-specific regulations.
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Full RI Real Estate Practice Exam
National and Rhode Island-specific questions combined to match the real Rhode Island salesperson exam structure.
About the Rhode Island Real Estate Exam
The Rhode Island real estate salesperson licensing exam is administered by Pearson VUE on behalf of the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation (DBR), Division of Commercial Licensing, Real Estate Commission. Before sitting for the exam, candidates must complete 45 hours of DBR-approved pre-license education plus a mandatory 3-hour Lead Poisoning/Lead Hazard Mitigation course. All active licensees must carry mandatory E&O insurance. Online proctoring is available through Pearson VUE's OnVUE service.
The exam has 130 scored questions: 80 national (150 minutes) and 50 Rhode Island-specific (90 minutes). Rhode Island uses a scaled scoring system — a scaled score of 70 is required on each section. Rhode Island has one of the most distinctive agency frameworks of any state: the default agency relationship is Transaction Facilitator (not agent), requiring a signed Mandatory Relationship Disclosure (MRD) form at first substantive contact to create any client relationship. The Designated Client Representative (DCR) provides full fiduciary duties. Rhode Island's conveyance tax is $2.30 per $500 of sale price.
Rhode Island Real Estate Exam Topic Breakdown
| Section | Questions | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Property Ownership | 8 | Real vs. personal property, ownership types, legal descriptions |
| Land Use Controls | 5 | Zoning, eminent domain, deed restrictions |
| Valuation & Market Analysis | 7 | CMA, appraisal approaches, market value, depreciation |
| Financing | 10 | Mortgages, FHA/VA/conventional, RESPA, TILA, closing costs |
| Agency & Contracts | 27 | Agency relationships, fiduciary duties, purchase agreements |
| Practice / Calculations | 23 | License law, fair housing, trust accounts, advertising, math |
| RI — DBR/REC & License Law | 12 | RIGL § 5-20.5, license types, E&O insurance, Recovery Account, 24 hrs CE/2 yrs |
| RI — Agency: Transaction Facilitator & DCR | 14 | Default Transaction Facilitator (RIGL § 5-20.6), DCR full fiduciary, MRD form, Neutral Dual Facilitator |
| RI — Property Disclosures & Transactions | 12 | Lead hazard disclosure (3-hr course), property condition, conveyance tax ($2.30/$500) |
| RI — Fair Housing & Landlord-Tenant | 12 | RI fair housing (sexual orientation/gender identity/source of income), 1-month deposit cap, 20-day return |
Study Tips for the Rhode Island Real Estate Exam
Rhode Island's most distinctive and most-tested features: the default Transaction Facilitator relationship (unlike any other state's default) — a licensee who has not signed an MRD form is a facilitator with no fiduciary duties to either party. The MRD (Mandatory Relationship Disclosure) form must be signed to create any client relationship. The DCR (Designated Client Representative) provides full fiduciary duties. Also master the mandatory 3-hour Lead Hazard Mitigation course, the conveyance tax ($2.30/$500), the expanded RI fair housing protections (adds sexual orientation, gender identity, and lawful source of income including Section 8 vouchers), and the 20-day security deposit return deadline.
Licensing nearby? See the Massachusetts practice exam or the Connecticut practice exam. National content is in our national real estate practice exam.
How to Get Your Rhode Island Real Estate License
There are four steps to get your Rhode Island real estate salesperson license. Most people finish in two to five months.
Steps to Get Your Rhode Island Real Estate License
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1. Pre-License Education | Complete 45 hours at a state-approved school. Topics include principles, contracts, finance, and Rhode Island law. |
| 2. Licensing Exam | Take the 120-question exam through PSI. It covers national concepts and Rhode Island state law. You need 70% to pass. |
| 3. Submit Application | Send your results, background check, and fees to the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation. |
| 4. Activate with a Broker | Attach your license to a sponsoring broker. You cannot work with clients or earn commissions until you do. |
What to Focus On for the Rhode Island State Exam
The Rhode Island state exam pays close attention to Rhode Island Residential Property Disclosure Act and agency. Know these rules well. They appear on the exam and come up in daily practice.
Our free Rhode Island real estate practice exam covers both national and state content. You can also try the national real estate practice exam or the real estate exam study guide.
Interested in where this license leads? See our guide to real estate careers — including salary ranges, how to break in, and what the career looks like day to day.
Frequently Asked Questions — Rhode Island Real Estate Exam
How many questions are on the Rhode Island real estate exam?
The RI exam has 130 scored questions: 80 national (150 min) and 50 RI-specific (90 min), totaling 4 hours. Pearson VUE administers using scaled scoring — a scaled score of 70 is required on each section. Online proctoring available.
What is Rhode Island's Transaction Facilitator?
Rhode Island's default brokerage relationship under RIGL § 5-20.6 is the Transaction Facilitator — a licensee who assists clients without advocating for either party and owes no fiduciary duties. This is the default unless a signed Mandatory Relationship Disclosure (MRD) form creates a client relationship. No other state uses this as the default relationship.
What is the MRD form in Rhode Island?
The Mandatory Relationship Disclosure (MRD) form is a Rhode Island-required disclosure form that must be signed at first substantive contact to establish a client relationship (either as a Designated Client Representative or Neutral Dual Facilitator). Without a signed MRD, the licensee remains a Transaction Facilitator with no fiduciary duties.
What is Rhode Island's conveyance tax?
Rhode Island's real estate conveyance tax is $2.30 per $500 of the consideration (or fraction thereof). The tax applies to most real estate transfers and is typically paid by the seller. Rhode Island records real estate transfers at the city or town clerk's office (not a county recorder, as Rhode Island has no counties).
Rhode Island Real Estate License Requirements at a Glance
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pre-License Education | 45 hours (Rhode Island-approved school) |
| Exam Questions | 120 questions (national + state sections) |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Exam Provider | PSI |
| License Type | Real Estate Salesperson |
| Licensing Authority | Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation |
Key Rhode Island-Specific Topic to Know
Beyond national real estate principles, the Rhode Island exam places particular emphasis on Rhode Island Residential Property Disclosure Act and agency. Understanding your state's specific requirements in this area is essential for both passing the exam and practicing real estate effectively in Rhode Island.
Our free Rhode Island real estate practice exam covers both the national and state-specific content you need to pass. For a broader review of general principles, see the national real estate practice exam and the real estate exam study guide.
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