Real Estate Exam in College Station, Texas and How to Prepare

1 – TIPS FOR THE DAY OF THE EXAM – How do you prepare?

While your real estate exam tests your ability to memorize some information and think through scenarios, it also tests your ability to perform under pressure. You can do this so let’s prepare!

2 – FOCUS ON WHAT YOU’VE LEARNED

On the final day, you need to be well-rested and calm and know you are prepared. Don’t go back and stress over your notes.  Last minute reviewing of your notes and causing more pressure will cause more harm than good.

3 – USE FLASHCARDS OR SHORT NOTES

Notecards are one of the best tools for quick, rapid-fire studying leading up to an exam. And remember – only study the RIGHT ANSWERS rather than going through multiple choice questions and reading the wrong answers too.

Don’t freak out if you miss a couple of definitions here and there while reviewing your note cards. Just keep them in a pile and look them over before your exam. The goal of the notecards isn’t to study but to get you in a rhythm to take your real estate exam.

4 – BREATHE & RELAX

Test-taking is much easier when you are confident and comfortable. Before you go in the exam room, take some time to stretch out and release your body from any tension or knots it may have. Breathe!

This will make you feel better while clearing your mind before taking your real estate exam. Music can also help loosen the mood and ease tension before an exam.

If you need to go to the bathroom, go beforehand. While bathroom breaks are allowed during the real estate exam, they break up momentum and distract you from the task.

5 – READ  CAREFULLY

One of the most common real estate exam mistakes that aspiring agents make is rushing through the exam and not taking the time to read each question. This is understandable, given the time constraints on each exam section, but it’s still vital to ensure you fully understand the question before providing an answer.

Too often, many test-takers think they understand what a question is getting at, select an answer, and move on. But often, this tactic results in wrong answers because the question isn’t as straightforward as they had expected.

When taking the exam, read and re-read each question before answering. Missing simple, small words like ‘all’ or ‘some’ or mixing up terms can change the whole meaning of the question, and the people that create the real estate license exam often put answers deliberately to throw you off.

Avoid such misinterpretations by taking your time and reading the question carefully.

6 – DON’T FOCUS ALL YOUR ATTENTION ON ONE QUESTION

Among the most critical real estate exam tips is not to get too caught up on a single question. Too often, on tests, individuals spend minutes on one question. This can be harmful to your performance, especially on timed exams.

Remember, you must get a 75 out of 100, which is not a perfect score. A helpful tactic is to note questions that gave you trouble and move on. Once you’ve answered all other questions confidently, go back and answer the tougher ones. And know that the goal is PASSING – not perfection!

This way, you don’t have to worry about spending too much time on the question and missing out on the rest. Other questions further down the exam may jog your memory and help you remember the answer to the question that initially left you perplexed.

1. First, without hesitation, respond to those obvious questions.
2. Reread the questions and respond to those that need little reflection or thought.
3. Resolve the remaining questions that seem to be brain-damaging by going back and working on them.

7 – MAKE SURE YOU FILL IN THE RIGHT ANSWER

This may seem simple, but test-takers often accidentally fill in the wrong box to a question. Small mistakes like this can be extremely costly, and it could be too late when you notice the error.

To avoid this human error, take your time on each question to ensure you select the answer you want. If you have some time left at the end of the exam, go back and double-check that your answers match up with the question.

8 – KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE

Lastly, stay positive. A positive attitude can significantly impact your performance in the real estate exam. Take a minute break if you feel like the exam load is getting to you at any time. Drop your pen, close your eyes, and take some deep breaths.

Staying relaxed will allow your mind to think clearly and dig deeper to remember what you learned. Following these real estate exam tips can help you attempt the exam relatively quickly and increase your chances of passing with flying colors.

9 – AFTER THE EXAM

After passing, call me and let me know you passed and let’s get started on your new career in Aggieland!

Susan Hilton

CENTURY 21 Beal

979-764-2100