Real Estate Broker License in Vermont
Quick Answer
Vermont requires FINRA exams (Series 7 + Series 63/66), broker-dealer sponsorship, and registration through the Department of Financial Regulation's Securities Division.
- Exam
- FINRA Series 7 + Series 63
- Total Cost
- $500 (est.)
- Timeline
- 2-4 months
- Background Check
- Required
- Renewal
- Every Annually (December 31)
Requirements
Real Estate Broker license in Vermont
Estimated Costs Est.
- Exam Fee
- $305
- Total Estimated Cost
- $500
Cost Breakdown
Estimated costs for getting your Real Estate Broker license in Vermont. Values marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions.
Enter the cost of your pre-licensing education program
Fees marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions and may not reflect current pricing. Verify with the Vermont licensing board.
Real Estate Broker Salary in Vermont
Entry Level
$51,210
Median
$80,260
Experienced
$158,520
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.
How to Get Licensed
Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Real Estate Broker in Vermont.
- 1
Complete Education Requirements
Specific course required
- 2
Submit Background Check
Specific type of conviction prohibited
- 3
Pass the Required Exam
Both state and third-party exams required — FINRA Series 7 + Series 63
- 4
Submit Your Application
File your application with the licensing agency.
- 5
Receive Your License
Processing typically takes 2-4 months.
Real Estate Broker Licensing in Vermont: What to Know
Vermont registers broker-dealer agents through the Department of Financial Regulation, Securities Division. The COS data describes broker-dealer agents as those who buy and sell securities in investment and trading firms for the account of others or for their own account. All agents must be sponsored by a FINRA-member broker-dealer, pass the Series 7 and either the Series 63 or Series 66 exam, and register through the CRD system under Vermont's Securities Act (9 V.S.A. Chapter 150).
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a Real Estate Broker license cost in Vermont?
- The estimated total cost is $500, including application fees, exam fees ($305), and education costs.
- How long does it take to get a Real Estate Broker license in Vermont?
- The process typically takes 2-4 months, depending on education completion and exam scheduling.
- What exam do I need for a Real Estate Broker license in Vermont?
- You need to pass the FINRA Series 7 + Series 63. Both state and third-party exams required
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