Free Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Practice Exam 2025

Georgia Real Estate Practice Exam

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1. A mortgage lender uses a third-party service to obtain contact details of buyers who recently applied for pre-approval. The lender then sends them unsolicited loan offers. What is this practice called?

A. Direct lending

B. Referral marketing

C. Mortgage trigger leads

D. Reverse prospecting

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2. What is the primary purpose of the Brokerage Relationships in Real Estate Transactions Act (BRRETA) in Georgia?

A. To regulate commission rates among competing brokers

B. To eliminate the need for written agency agreements

C. To clarify the duties of licensees when representing clients or customers

D. To allow dual agency without disclosure

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3. In Georgia, how long does a landlord have to provide a written itemized list of damages when retaining a portion of a security deposit?

A. 3 days after lease termination

B. 7 days after tenant notice

C. 30 days after tenant vacates

D. 60 days from the end of the lease

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4. Which of the following actions by a licensee in Georgia would be considered a violation of license law?

A. Holding an open house without the seller's written consent

B. Depositing earnest money into a personal checking account

C. Disclosing dual agency in writing before signing the agreement

D. Providing a copy of a signed offer to all parties involved

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5. How soon must a Georgia broker review and sign an offer or contract prepared by a licensee under their supervision?

A. Within 24 hours

B. Within 3 business days

C. Immediately after submission

D. No specific time limit is required

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6. What must be included on all real estate advertising by a licensee in Georgia?

A. The agent’s license number

B. The name of the brokerage firm

C. The personal website of the licensee

D. The broker’s email address

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7. In Georgia, what is the maximum fine the Real Estate Commission may impose for a single violation?

A. $500

B. $1,000

C. $5,000

D. $10,000

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8. When must an affiliated licensee in Georgia deliver a signed listing agreement to the broker?

A. Within 5 calendar days

B. Immediately upon execution

C. After the first showing

D. Within 72 hours of execution

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9. If a broker in Georgia decides to close their firm, what must they do regarding the trust account?

A. Withdraw all funds and return to clients

B. Leave the account active indefinitely

C. Notify the Commission and reconcile all funds

D. Transfer all funds to the state

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10. Which of the following is required for an unlicensed assistant in Georgia?

A. They may negotiate lease terms

B. They may show properties independently

C. They may prepare advertising under supervision

D. They may sign contracts on behalf of clients

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11. In Georgia, a brokerage agreement must include which of the following?

A. A specific commission split with the agent

B. A termination date

C. A copy of the property deed

D. The buyer’s mortgage pre-approval

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12. Which type of listing agreement provides the broker with the exclusive right to market and sell the property in Georgia?

A. Net listing

B. Open listing

C. Exclusive agency listing

D. Exclusive right-to-sell listing

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13. Which of the following is a violation of the CAN-SPAM Act?

A. Including an unsubscribe link in promotional emails

B. Sending email to someone after they opt out

C. Identifying the email as an advertisement

D. Providing the sender’s valid physical address

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14. According to Georgia law, how must licensees identify themselves in advertising?

A. Only with initials

B. With full legal name and license number

C. With the name of the brokerage firm

D. Only on printed materials

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15. Which of the following is an example of illegal steering under Fair Housing laws?

A. Showing only homes under $300,000

B. Steering buyers to neighborhoods based on their race

C. Recommending properties based on price range

D. Declining to show properties with code violations

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16. Which of the following is the property manager responsible for?

A. Granting loans to tenants

B. Providing legal advice to landlords

C. Maintaining the property in habitable condition

D. Creating tax returns for the property owner

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17. What is the legal obligation of a property manager when handling security deposits?

A. Deposit funds into the manager’s personal account

B. Invest the funds for a return

C. Keep the funds in a designated trust account

D. Return the funds within 90 days of lease termination

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18. In Georgia, which document outlines the duties and responsibilities of a property manager?

A. Lease agreement

B. Property management agreement

C. Tenant handbook

D. Operating budget

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19. Which method of valuation is best suited for a single-family residential home?

A. Cost approach

B. Income approach

C. Sales comparison approach

D. Replacement cost method

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20. What is the purpose of a deed?

A. To guarantee marketable title

B. To serve as a lien against the property

C. To provide evidence of a legal will

D. To transfer ownership from one party to another

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21. Which legal method of land description uses distances and directions from a point of beginning?

A. Lot and block

B. Rectangular survey

C. Metes and bounds

D. Government lot

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22. Which type of ownership allows unequal shares among co-owners and no survivorship rights?

A. Tenancy by the entirety

B. Joint tenancy

C. Tenancy in common

D. Community property

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23. Which of the following is an example of a voluntary lien on a property?

A. Tax lien

B. Judgment lien

C. Mortgage

D. Mechanic’s lien

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24. Which type of estate grants the tenant the right to occupy property for a fixed period with a specific end date?

A. Estate at will

B. Estate at sufferance

C. Periodic tenancy

D. Estate for years

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25. Which of the following best describes a joint tenancy with right of survivorship in Georgia?

A. Each owner may sell their interest without notifying others

B. Ownership interest passes to heirs upon death

C. All owners must be related by blood or marriage

D. Ownership automatically transfers to the remaining owners upon death

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26. A broker is reviewing a new purchase agreement signed in 2025. The buyer wants to claim a verbal promise made by the seller’s agent regarding repairs, which was not included in the contract. How should the broker proceed?

A. Enforce the promise since it was agreed orally

B. Add the verbal promise to the contract retroactively

C. Explain that only written terms in the contract are enforceable

D. File a complaint with the real estate commission

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27. What is the penalty for practicing real estate in Georgia without a valid license?

A. A warning letter

B. A civil citation only

C. Criminal misdemeanor charges

D. Suspension of driving privileges

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28. A buyer wants to enforce a verbal repair promise not in the 2025 contract. What should the broker do?

A. Enforce the promise since it was agreed orally

B. Add the verbal promise to the contract retroactively

C. Explain that only written terms in the contract are enforceable

D. File a complaint with the real estate commission

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29. A homeowner attempts to record a deed transfer online but refuses to provide a copy of his ID. What is the likely outcome?

A. The filing is accepted but flagged for later review

B. The deed is immediately recorded with a disclaimer

C. The filing is rejected due to missing identity verification

D. The homeowner may complete it in person without ID

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30. What does the acronym BRRETA stand for in Georgia real estate law?

A. 30 Days

B. 60 Days

C. One Year

D. Two Years

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31. Which document must Georgia licensees provide to all unrepresented consumers at first substantive contact?

A. Purchase and Sale Agreement

B. Agency Disclosure Form

C. Earnest Money Agreement

D. Fair Housing Act Pamphlet

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32. A lender finds a fraud alert on a borrower’s credit and asks for ID. What is the correct next step?

A. Decline the loan without notice

B. Approve the loan conditionally

C. Request identity verification before proceeding

D. Charge extra interest to offset the risk

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33. A lender sends unsolicited mortgage offers to buyers based on their pre-approval activity. This is known as:

A. Direct lending

B. Referral marketing

C. Mortgage trigger leads

D. Reverse prospecting

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34. Under Georgia law lenders are required under the Truth-in-Lending Act (Regulation Z) to furnish an applicant for a real estate loan with a copy of a/an:

A. Finance statement

B. Disclosure statement

C. Amortization statement

D. Debt Authority statement

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35. An agent is helping a buyer using an FHA loan. What should the agent ensure during the financing contingency period?

A. That the buyer waives the right to inspection

B. That the seller covers the entire appraisal gap

C. That the property meets FHA condition standards

D. That the buyer switches to conventional financing

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36. In Georgia, at closing a lender may require a borrower to pay a hazard insurance premium in advance for how long?

A. 30 Days

B. 60 Days

C. One Year

D. Two Years

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37. The Georgia Real Estate Commission established and maintains a real estate education, research, and recovery fund. What is one of the primary purposes of the fund?

A. For sellers to recover lost money on sales agreements.

B. For widows to gain money if their spouses passed away.

C. For people to get recourse of uncollected judgement against licensees.

D. For sellers to recover escrow money that banks have handled improperly.

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38. Within how many days must someone apply for compensation from the Georgia Real Estate Recovery Fund?

A. At the time of closing.

B. The office manager needs a broker's license.

C. As soon as practicable, but no later than the end of the next business day.

D. Only upon request by the parties.

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39. In Georgia, what must happen if a licensee receives a referral fee from an out-of-state broker?

A. It must be returned immediately

B. It must be approved by the client

C. It must go through the Georgia licensee’s broker

D. It can be deposited into the licensee’s personal account

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40. Should the commission pay from the real estate education, research, and recovery fund any amount in settlement of a claim or toward satisfaction of a judgment against a licensee, the license of such licensee shall be automatically:

A. Revoked

B. Suspended

C. Terminated

D. Cancelled

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41. Within how many days must someone apply for compensation from the Georgia Real Estate Recovery Fund?

A. 7

B. 30

C. 60

D. 120

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42. Which action can the Georgia Real Estate Commission legally perform?

A. Revoking a license.

B. Granting a license to someone based on merit.

C. Transferring an applicable license to another state.

D. Launching an investigation of fraud for an escrow firm.

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43. When can a broker in Georgia pay an unlicensed assistant a commission for helping with a residential transaction?

A. Whenever applicable as long as its under a fee of 3%.

B. Only when the buyer and seller and broker sign the commission check.

C. Never because its residential, if it was commercial it would be okay.

D. Never, under no circumstances are unlicensed assistants allowed to be paid commissions.

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44. Under agency law in Georgia dual agency is

A. illegal.

B. legal with the consent of one party.

C. legal with the consent of the broker.

D. legal with the consent of all parties.

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45. In Georgia, brokerage agreements are classified as:

A. Implied Contracts

B. Express Contracts

C. Voidable Contracts

D. Unenforced Contracts

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46. A licensee advertises a listing on social media without disclosing their brokerage name. Which is the likely consequence?

A. None, since social media is personal

B. A fine or disciplinary action for violating advertising rules

C. The listing becomes invalid

D. The seller must sign a waiver

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47. Georgia contract law requires that a tenant's security deposit must be returned by the landlord within how many days?

A. 30 Days

B. 60 Days

C. One Year

D. Two Years

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48. In Georgia the amount a broker may charge for a commission is

A. 6.00%

B. Up to 6%

C. Up to 7%

D. Negotiable in the listing contract

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49. According to license law in Georgia when must a broker deposit transactional funds into a trust account?

A. After 3 business days.

B. After 5 business days.

C. As soon as possible unless the contract states otherwise.

D. After the signature of all parties are received and the broker sends the paperwork to the commission.

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50. Georgia law requires that all real estate contracts must be in writing to be enforceable but there are two exceptions to this law. Which one of the options below is an exception?

A. Double Net

B. Closed Listing

C. Leases for one year or less

D. Leases for two years or less

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51. If a real estate agent is found guilty of misrepresenting their client and is forced to pay back $10,000 that came from the Georgia Real Estate Education, Research, and Recovery Fund. Can they practice Real Estate again?

A. No, once an agent is found guilty of misrepresenting their client by law they can never practice real estate again.

B. No, because the amount taken was higher than the minimum recovery fund withdrawal threshold.

C. Yes, when the amount is paid back in full not including interest.

D. Yes, when the amount is paid back in full as well as the interest.

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52. What is TRUE about an Associate Broker in Georgia?

A. An Associate Broker is the same as a salesperson.

B. An Associate Broker typically makes less than other real estate agents.

C. An Associate Broker has to be commissioned directly by the acting commissioner.

D. An Associate Broker may perform any real estate brokerage act that requires a license.

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This practice test helps you prepare for the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson exam. The content includes a 152-question practice test, a breakdown of exam topics, updated 2025 laws and exam preparation tips. Take the practice test below to check your readiness for the Georgia Salesperson exam.

Who is eligible to take the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson license exam?

To qualify for the Georgia Salesperson license exam, candidates must meet specific educational, legal, and procedural requirements. Each requirement ensures readiness and compliance with Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC) standards.

Eligibility criteria include:

Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Must complete 75 hours of approved real estate coursework.
Submit the official Exam Registration Form available in the Georgia Candidate Handbook.
Bring a valid Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) Report to the PSI/AMP testing center.

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What’s on the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson exam?

The Georgia Real Estate Salesperson exam includes 152 scored questions, divided into 100 national questions and 52 state-specific questions. Each portion evaluates your knowledge of real estate concepts, legal responsibilities, and Georgia-specific licensing regulations.

The national section covers foundational topics such as agency relationships, property ownership, contracts, and real estate math. The state portion focuses on Georgia laws, brokerage practices, and closing procedures.

Georgia Real Estate exam topics

The table below are major licensing topics you’ll need to study:

National Portion (100 Questions)

Topic	# of Questions
Property Ownership	8
Land Use Controls & Regulations	5
Valuation & Market Analysis	7
Financing	10
General Principles of Agency	13
Property Disclosures	6
Contracts	17
Leasing & Property Management	3
Transfer of Title	8
Practice of Real Estate	13
Real Estate Calculations	10

Georgia State-Specific Portion (52 Questions)

Topic	# of Questions
State Laws and Rules	16
Real Estate Practice in Georgia	21
Finance and Closing	15

What is the exam passing score?

To pass the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson exam, candidates must score at least 75% on both sections of the test. That means:

For the national section, you must correctly answer 75 out of 100 questions.
For the Georgia state-specific section, you must get 39 out of 52 questions right.

What 2025 Georgia Real Estate Laws should you know for the Salesperson exam?

Georgia’s real estate legal framework remains mostly unchanged in 2025 for salesperson candidates. Most laws tested on the exam are derived directly from the Georgia Real Estate Commission’s Rulebook, especially Chapters 520‑1 and 520‑2, and focus on core practice standards such as licensing procedures, agency duties, and trust account regulations.

The table below is a breakdown of the key laws and updates for 2025:

Law / Rule	Description	2025 Status	Exam Relevance
License Law & Rules (Chapter 520-1)	Governs licensing procedures, license maintenance, trust account management, and prohibited conduct (e.g., unlicensed activity, earnest money handling)	Ongoing – no changes in 2025	Tested under State Laws and Rules (16 questions)
BRRETA (Brokerage Relationships in Real Estate Transactions Act)	Regulates agency relationships, disclosure duties, and types of brokerage agreements	Ongoing	Included under Real Estate Practice in Georgia (21 questions)
Fair Housing & Unfair Trade Practices Act	Covers anti-discrimination regulations and advertising laws per state and federal requirements	Ongoing	Included under State Laws and Rules and Practice of Real Estate
Contract Formation Laws (Georgia-specific)	Covers leases, contract enforcement, offer/acceptance, and types of listing agreements	Ongoing	Tested under Contracts in both national and Georgia sections
Continuing Education (CE) Requirements	Licensees must complete 36 hours of CE every 4 years, including 3 hours of License Law	Unchanged for Salespersons	Not tested directly, but helps reinforce license maintenance knowledge

How to prepare for the exam?

Improving your pass rate depends on understanding exam details, using proven study resources, and following a targeted study plan.

Understanding Georgia Salesperson exam details

Georgia Real Estate exam structure and requirements is essential for effective preparation. Here is information you need to know:

Time allotted: 4 hours.
Exam fee: $121, payable by credit or debit card at the time of reservation.
Exam format: on a computer.
Licensing authority: PSI.
Where to take the exam: Atlanta, Decatur, Duluth, Fayetteville, Macon, Savannah.

Learning from prep resources

Use trusted study guides and platforms that align with Georgia’s exam outline. Quality resources include:

Prep books

Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Exam: Licensing Practice Test – practice questions simulating the PSI exam.
Georgia Real Estate Exam Prep: The Complete Guide to Passing the Georgia AMP Salesperson License Exam: full-length tests and key topic reviews.
Georgia Real Estate License Exam Prep (Stephen Mettling et al.): Latest edition features hundreds of national and Georgia-specific practice questions.

Free practice test platforms

Realtylicenseprep practice tests: offer national and 50-state exam simulations that mirror real test conditions and question types.

Other resources

Video tutorials: explain complex topics step-by-step.
Flashcards: effective for memorizing key terms and legal definitions.
Joining a study group: provides discussion-based learning.

Follow study strategy

A structured study plan improves content retention and builds confidence under real exam timing. You can begin with core topics, then refine your approach based on past performance. The table below is a sample of 8‑week study plan:

Week	Focus	Activities
1 – 2	Ownership & agency	Read outline, watch topic videos, flashcards
3 – 4	Valuation, financing, contracts	Practice questions + review wrong answers
5	Disclosures & ethics	Deep dive into cases & laws
6	Practice exams	Timed mock tests
7	Review weak areas	Re-study low-scoring sections
8	Final exam simulation	Full test practice under timed conditions

Weak area analysis

Review your score breakdown weekly.
Focus additional study on areas below 70%.
Review incorrect answers to understand mistakes deeply.

Mastering Real Estate math

There will be a few math questions in the national section of the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson exam. These questions focus on practical real estate calculations such as loan-to-value ratios, down payments, and other common financial metrics relevant to property transactions.

Since math questions can affect your result, focused practice is essential after reviewing the main topics. To prepare:

Review formulas for commission, loan-to-value ratio, and property tax calculations.
Solve sample problems with our practice tests.
Use flashcards or guided quizzes to reinforce conversions and amortization steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon after passing can I get my Georgia license?

If you pass and have all documents ready (background check, broker sponsorship), you can receive your license at the testing center immediately after passing.

How hard is the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson exam?

Most candidates find the Georgia exam challenging, especially the state section. Many recommend taking multiple practice exams and focusing on Georgia-specific law questions.

What happens if I fail the Georgia Salesperson exam?

You may retake the test, but must pay the fee again. It’s common for first-timers to retake at least one section, especially the state portion. Study areas you missed and review explanations.

How should I pace my exam approach?

Use a two-pass method: quickly answer confident questions, flag the rest, then review flagged items. Take your time to read carefully, eliminate wrong choices, and ensure math accuracy.

How do I overcome test anxiety and second-guessing?

Label questions based on confidence (A – sure, B – unsure, C – math), complete the A group first, skip B and C, then return for review. Look for clues in later questions, you may find hidden answers.