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Connecticut Real Estate Exam: Complete 2026 Prep Guide

Connecticut's real estate salesperson exam covers national content plus CT-specific topics under the Connecticut Real Estate Commission. The first-time pass rate is around 65%.

Connecticut Exam Requirements at a Glance

Pre-licensing education: 60 hours

Exam provider: PSI Services

Exam format: 110 questions — 80 national + 30 Connecticut state-specific

Time limit: 3.5 hours

Passing score: 70% on each portion (must pass both)

Exam fee: approximately $59

License title: salesperson (under sponsoring broker)

Age requirement: 18 years old

Confirm current rules with the Connecticut Real Estate Commission.

What Makes Connecticut Different

Connecticut requires both pre-licensing education and a sponsoring broker before exam approval. The state has detailed disclosure requirements through the Residential Property Condition Disclosure Report and is a judicial foreclosure state. Connecticut also has unique radon disclosure rules and Title 5 septic requirements similar to Massachusetts.

Connecticut-Specific Topics You Must Know

These appear on the state portion and are not covered by generic national prep materials.

Connecticut Real Estate Commission — structure, powers, and disciplinary authority.

Connecticut General Statutes Chapter 392 — real estate licensing law.

Residential Property Condition Disclosure Report — required for most residential sales.

Radon Disclosure — required disclosure of radon test results.

Lead Paint Disclosure — federal requirement applies to pre-1978 properties.

Foreclosure — Connecticut is primarily a judicial foreclosure state.

Connecticut Fair Housing Act — broader anti-discrimination than federal Fair Housing.

Continuing education — 12 hours per 2-year cycle.

Study Plan for the Connecticut Exam

Week 1: Diagnostic + national content. Strong on contracts, finance, agency.

Week 2: National continued — property ownership, fair housing, valuation, math. Target 70%+.

Week 3: CT law — Commission rules, Chapter 392, Property Condition Disclosure, radon. 30+ CT practice questions.

Week 4: Full-length timed practice exams. Review missed questions. Target 75%+.

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Connecticut Exam FAQ

What is the Residential Property Condition Disclosure Report?

Connecticut's required residential disclosure form. Sellers must complete it covering known property defects.

Is Connecticut a judicial foreclosure state?

Yes. Connecticut requires foreclosures to be processed through the court system, primarily through 'strict foreclosure' or 'foreclosure by sale.'

What is the CT Fair Housing Act?

Connecticut's anti-discrimination law that expands federal Fair Housing protections (covers additional protected classes).

Does Connecticut require radon disclosure?

Yes. Sellers must disclose any known radon test results and provide a radon information pamphlet.

Does Connecticut require fingerprinting?

Yes. Connecticut requires fingerprinting and a state/FBI background check.