Tennessee
Tennessee Real Estate Exam: Complete 2026 Prep Guide
Tennessee's real estate affiliate broker exam covers national content plus TN-specific topics under the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC). The first-time pass rate is around 65%. Tennessee uses 'affiliate broker' as the entry-level title.
Tennessee Exam Requirements at a Glance
Pre-licensing education: 90 hours (60-hour course + 30-hour course)
Exam provider: PSI Services
Exam format: 120 questions — 80 national + 40 Tennessee state-specific
Time limit: 4 hours
Passing score: 70% on each portion (must pass both)
Exam fee: approximately $39
License title: affiliate broker (entry-level)
Post-licensing education: 30 hours within first license cycle
Age requirement: 18 years old
Confirm current rules with the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC).
What Makes Tennessee Different
Tennessee uses 'affiliate broker' as the entry-level title (instead of salesperson). The state requires 30 hours of post-licensing education within the first license cycle and has detailed disclosure requirements through the Tennessee Residential Property Disclosure Act.
Tennessee-Specific Topics You Must Know
These appear on the state portion and are not covered by generic national prep materials.
Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) — structure, powers, and disciplinary authority.
TN Real Estate Broker License Act — TCA Title 62, Chapter 13.
Tennessee Residential Property Disclosure Act — required disclosures for residential sales.
Trust account rules — strict requirements for handling earnest money.
Real Estate Education and Recovery Account — consumer protection fund.
Foreclosure — Tennessee is a non-judicial foreclosure state under deed of trust.
Disclosure of property defects — knowledge of material defects must be disclosed.
Continuing education — 16 hours per 2-year cycle including 6 hours of core topics.
Study Plan for the Tennessee Exam
Week 1: Diagnostic + national content. Strong on contracts, agency, finance.
Week 2: National continued — property ownership, fair housing, valuation, math. Target 70%+.
Week 3: TN law — TREC rules, Broker License Act, Residential Property Disclosure Act, deeds of trust. 40+ TN practice questions.
Week 4: Full-length timed practice exams. Review missed questions. Target 75%+.
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Tennessee Exam FAQ
What is an affiliate broker in Tennessee?
Tennessee's entry-level real estate license title. Affiliate brokers work under a sponsoring broker. With experience and additional education, you can advance to broker.
What is post-licensing education in TN?
30 hours of post-licensing courses required within the first license cycle (6 hours per topic across 5 topics). Separate from continuing education.
Is Tennessee a non-judicial foreclosure state?
Yes. Tennessee uses deeds of trust and allows non-judicial foreclosure through trustee's sale.
What is the TN Residential Property Disclosure Act?
Tennessee's required disclosure for residential sales. Sellers must complete a disclosure form covering known property defects.
Does Tennessee require fingerprinting?
Yes. Tennessee requires fingerprinting and a TBI/FBI background check before licensure.