Louisiana real estate exam
Format, passing score, fees and what to study — compiled from the official candidate handbook and state sources, with a link and a confidence level for every fact. Last verified 2026-10-31.
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Louisiana exam format and requirements
| Fact | Value | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regulator | Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC) | Official source | Link |
| Exam provider | Pearson VUE (Pearson Professional Assessments) Candidate Handbook July 2024 (#091900). Older prep sites still say PSI; Pearson VUE is current per handbook. | Official source | Link |
| National-portion questions | 80 80 scored + ~5 pretest (national-only exam table: 80 exam questions, 5 pretest). | Official source | Link |
| State-portion questions | 55 55 scored + 5-10 pretest (state-only table lists 55 questions). | Official source | Link |
| Exam time (minutes) | 240 Combo exam (135 scored questions) 240 min; national-only 150 min; state-only 90 min. | Official source | Link |
| Passing score | Scaled score 70 on each portion (salesperson) Brokers need scaled 75. A passing exam score is good for one year. | Official source | Link |
| Exam fee (USD) | $81 Combined first attempt $81 (national-only $42, state-only $39); repeat combo $96. LREC application/authorization is a separate step before booking. | Official source | Link |
| Pre-licensing hours | 90 90 hours of LREC-approved real estate education for salesperson (incl. a 30-hour portion); 45 further post-license hours required after licensing (secondary source). | Official source | Link |
| Languages | English Handbook/bulletin describes no non-English exam version; English presumed. | Secondary source | Link |
| New licensees / year | 1672 LREC Act 483 2025 Addendum: 1,672 NEW individual licenses issued in 2025 (all individual license types, incl. brokers and out-of-state). Separately, Act 486 2025 Report: 2,052 salesperson initial-license applications … | Official source | Link |
“Official source” = read in a state agency page or the exam provider’s candidate handbook on 2026-10-31. Anything marked “Vendor claim” or “Not verified” should be confirmed before you rely on it. Fees and formats change.
What this means for your study plan
- Time per question: about 1.8 minutes each (240 minutes ÷ 135 questions). Practice at that pace.
- Both portions count: you must reach the pass mark on each portion — a strong national score does not make up for a weak Louisiana score.
- Where people lose points: math word problems, wording traps (NOT/EXCEPT), and state rules that differ from the national rule. Our formula sheet covers the math.
- Good to know: Louisiana is a civil-law (Napoleonic) state: the state portion tests unique civil-code concepts (servitudes, usufruct, redhibition, lesion beyond moiety, community property, successions). Candidate must apply to LREC first to receive test authorization (valid one year) before booking with Pearson VUE. Unlimited retakes but cannot retake a passed portion. Separate-portion booking allowed (national-only $42, state-o…
State-portion topics published for Louisiana
- Duties, Overview and Powers of the Real Estate Commission (4-6 items)
- Licensing Requirements (7-9 items)
- Statutory Requirements Governing Activities of Licensees (13-15 items)
- Louisiana Civil Law System (13-15 items): property classification, servitudes/usufruct, co-ownership/community property, donations/successions, obligations & contracts (lesion, redhibition, bond for deed), privileges/mortgages, leases
- Louisiana Law of Agency (13-15 items): designated/dual agency, vicarious liability, customer information pamphlet
Sample Louisiana practice questions
Original questions written from the law, each with an explanation and a citation. Louisiana-specific questions are coming soon; these samples come from the national portion.
Inspecting and servicing a building's boiler, roof, and other systems on a regular schedule, to confirm their condition and keep them working, is best classified as:
- Emergency maintenance
- Deferred maintenance
- Tenant improvement work
- Preventive maintenance
Answer: D. HUD's maintenance guide describes planned maintenance as the tasks performed on a regular basis to confirm the condition of, and properly maintain, the physical facilities, and it says the core of a preventive maintenance program is a system of uniformly performed inspections. Regular preventive work reduces breakdowns and costly emergency repairs.
Topic: Property Management & Specialty Areas · Source: HUD Office of Public and Indian Housing, Managing Maintenance in Public Housing: A Guide for Administrators and Supervisors (1993), ch. III, "Planned Operations and Services"
A charge levied only against properties that benefit from a local improvement, such as new sidewalks or sewers, is called a:
- General ad valorem tax
- Transfer tax
- Income tax
- Special assessment
Answer: D. A special assessment is imposed on properties that receive a particular benefit from an improvement, and the amount is usually based on frontage, area, or benefit rather than on value alone. It funds the improvement and is separate from general property taxes.
Topic: Land Use Controls & Regulations · Source: Black's Law Dictionary (12th ed. 2024), "special assessment"
In real estate practice, a 'red flag' is:
- a legal notice recorded to warn of a pending lawsuit
- a seller's written statement that the home is in excellent overall condition
- a mortgage lender's request for additional paperwork
- an observable sign of a possible problem that calls for further inspection
Answer: D. A red flag is a visible condition, such as water stains, cracks, or unusual odors, that suggests a possible defect. A licensee who sees a red flag should disclose what he or she knows and recommend that the buyer obtain a professional inspection rather than guess at the cause.
Topic: Fair Housing, Ethics & Federal Disclosures · Source: Restatement (Second) of Torts § 551 (liability for nondisclosure)
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Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the Louisiana real estate exam?
The Louisiana exam format we found is 80 national questions plus 55 Louisiana questions (135 in total) in 240 minutes. Confirm in the official handbook before exam day.
What is the passing score for the Louisiana real estate exam?
Scaled score 70 on each portion (salesperson) (Official source).
How much does the Louisiana real estate exam cost?
The exam fee we found is $81, paid to Pearson VUE (Pearson Professional Assessments). Fees change, so check the current handbook.
How many pre-licensing hours does Louisiana require?
90 hours for the entry-level license, according to the sources below. Pre-licensing education must come from a state-approved school; GablePrep is exam prep and is not an approved course.
Official sources for Louisiana
- Regulator: Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC)
- Exam provider: Pearson VUE (Pearson Professional Assessments)
- Official candidate handbook / content outline
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