Pennsylvania · state portion

Free Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission practice questions

10 original questions with full explanations. 5 of the 40 scored state-portion questions (about 13%) come from this area.

1. 1

   How does a consumer apply for payment from the Real Estate Recovery Fund?

   • A. By filing a complaint with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission
   • B. By submitting a claim directly to the Fund
   • C. By hiring an attorney to file a lawsuit
   • D. By contacting the real estate licensee
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   Answer: A

   A consumer applies for payment from the Real Estate Recovery Fund by filing a complaint with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission.

2. 2

   A consumer has filed a complaint with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission against a real estate licensee. What is the next step in the process?

   • A. The Commission will immediately suspend the licensee's license
   • B. The Commission will ignore the complaint
   • C. The Commission will refer the complaint to the local association of realtors
   • D. The Commission will conduct an investigation to determine the validity of the complaint
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   Answer: D

   When a complaint is filed with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission, the Commission will conduct an investigation to determine the validity of the complaint and whether the licensee has violated any laws or regulations.

3. 3

   What type of conduct is grounds for disciplinary action by the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission?

   • A. Negligence in a real estate transaction
   • B. Practicing law without a license
   • C. Failure to pay licensing fees
   • D. Fraud, misrepresentation, or deceit in a real estate transaction
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   Answer: D

   The Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission can take disciplinary action against a licensee for fraud, misrepresentation, or deceit in a real estate transaction.

4. 4

   What is the result of a finding of fraud, misrepresentation, or deceit by the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission?

   • A. The licensee is required to take additional education courses
   • B. The licensee is required to pay a fine to the Commission
   • C. The licensee is exempt from future disciplinary action
   • D. The licensee is subject to disciplinary action, including possible payment from the Real Estate Recovery Fund
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   Answer: D

   A finding of fraud, misrepresentation, or deceit by the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission can result in disciplinary action, including possible payment from the Real Estate Recovery Fund to reimburse a consumer who has an unsatisfied court judgment against the licensee.

5. 5

   Who is eligible to file a complaint with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission?

   • A. Only real estate licensees
   • B. Only consumers who have been harmed by a real estate licensee
   • C. Only attorneys
   • D. Any person who has a grievance against a real estate licensee
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   Answer: D

   Any consumer who believes they have been harmed by a real estate licensee can file a complaint with the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission.

6. 6

   What is the consequence for a licensee who receives payment from the Real Estate Recovery Fund?

   • A. The licensee's license is revoked permanently
   • B. The licensee is issued a warning
   • C. The licensee is required to complete additional education
   • D. The licensee's license is suspended until the payment is repaid with interest
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   Answer: D

   A licensee who receives payment from the Fund will have their license suspended until the payment is repaid with interest.

7. 7

   How can a decision of the PA State Real Estate Commission be appealed?

   • A. By filing a complaint with the Commission
   • B. By requesting a rehearing
   • C. By contacting the Department of State
   • D. Through the court system
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   Answer: D

   A decision of the PA State Real Estate Commission can be appealed through the court system.

8. 8

   What is the purpose of the rulemaking power of the PA State Real Estate Commission?

   • A. To create new laws
   • B. To enforce existing laws
   • C. To promote real estate development
   • D. To establish standards for licensees
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   Answer: D

   The rulemaking power of the PA State Real Estate Commission is used to establish standards for licensees.

9. 9

   How often must real estate salesperson licenses be renewed in Pennsylvania?

   • A. Annually
   • B. Every 10 years
   • C. Every 5 years
   • D. Biennially
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   Answer: D

   Real estate salesperson licenses in Pennsylvania must be renewed biennially.

10. 10

    What is the eligibility requirement for a salesperson license in Pennsylvania?

    • A. Age 21+, 60 hours of education
    • B. Age 30+, 100 hours of education
    • C. Age 25+, 90 hours of education
    • D. Age 18+, 75 hours of education
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    Answer: D

    To be eligible for a real estate salesperson license in Pennsylvania, an individual must be at least 18 years old and complete 75 hours of approved pre-licensing education.