How to get a Washington real estate license
Washington real estate salesperson exam requirements: hours, vendor, national vs state portions, and how to prepare for the licensing exam — from the official commission.
- Salesperson hours
- 90 (60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals + 30-hour Real Estate Practices); WA titles the entry-level license 'broker'
- Broker requirement
- Managing broker upgrade: 90 hours of approved education completed within 3 years prior to applying, plus experience requirement
- Exam vendor
- PSI
- Exam structure
- 140 questions mixed together: 105 national (100 scored) + 35 state (30 scored), scored separately
- Passing
- 70% or better on each portion
Some Washington details were ambiguous on the official site when we researched this (July 2026) — double-check specifics with the commission before you rely on them.
Preparing for the Washington exam
PrepTempo's Salesperson and Broker courses cover the national portion — property, contracts, financing, agency, and practice — which is the same in Washington and the larger share of the exam. Study your Washington state-law portion from the commission on top of the core.
Washington real estate license FAQ
How many hours are required for a Washington real estate license?
90 (60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals + 30-hour Real Estate Practices); WA titles the entry-level license 'broker'
What does the Washington real estate salesperson exam cover?
140 questions mixed together: 105 national (100 scored) + 35 state (30 scored), scored separately
How do I become a realtor in Washington?
Complete required pre-license education (90 (60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals + 30-hour Real Estate Practices); WA titles the entry-level license 'broker'), pass the licensing exam (PSI; 140 questions mixed together: 105 national (100 scored) + 35 state (30 scored), scored separately), meet any broker affiliation rules, and apply through the Washington real estate commission. PrepTempo covers the national exam portion with free sample questions and free Chapter 1.
Official sources
Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal or licensing advice. Requirements change; confirm with the Washington real-estate commission. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state commission or exam vendor.