Kansas Real Estate Practice Exam
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The Kansas real estate exam is administered by the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) and focuses on KREC's specific requirements for brokerage relationships and the Kansas Brokerage Relationships in Real Estate Transactions Act (BRRETA). Kansas is unique in that it allows brokers to operate without a supervising broker in some situations. The state portion tests Kansas's specific disclosure obligations, including lead-based paint, radon, and mold disclosure requirements under Kansas law.
Administered by: Kansas Real Estate Commission · 110 questions · Passing score: 70%
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Test your knowledge with these Kansas real estate practice questions. Each question is based on topics from the Kansas Real Estate Commission exam and includes detailed explanations.
Q1. Which state agency regulates real estate licenses in Kansas?
Explanation
The Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) is the state agency responsible for licensing and regulating real estate brokers and salespersons in Kansas.
Q2. In Kansas, which type of agency relationship allows a licensee to represent both buyer and seller in the same transaction with written consent?
Explanation
Dual agency allows a licensee to represent both the buyer and seller in the same transaction, but only with the informed written consent of both parties.
Q3. Under Kansas contract law, which of the following is NOT a required element for a valid real estate contract?
Explanation
Notarization is not required for a valid real estate contract in Kansas. Required elements include offer and acceptance, consideration, legal capacity, and lawful purpose.
Q4. A mortgage in which the interest rate can change periodically based on an index is called a(n):
Explanation
An adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) has an interest rate that adjusts periodically based on a financial index, which can cause monthly payments to increase or decrease.
Q5. Which form of co-ownership in Kansas includes the right of survivorship?
Explanation
Joint tenancy includes the right of survivorship, meaning when one joint tenant dies, their interest passes automatically to the surviving joint tenants.
Q6. Which approach to value is most commonly used to appraise single-family residential properties?
Explanation
The sales comparison approach is most commonly used for single-family residential properties because it compares the subject property to recently sold comparable properties.
Q7. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on which of the following protected classes?
Explanation
The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on seven protected classes: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability.
Q8. Which type of deed provides the greatest protection to the buyer?
Explanation
A general warranty deed provides the greatest protection to the buyer, as the grantor warrants title against all defects — both those arising during and before the grantor's ownership.
Q9. A Kansas property sells for $275,000. The broker charges a 6% commission. What is the total commission amount?
Explanation
Total commission = Sales price × Commission rate = $275,000 × 0.06 = $16,500. To solve this, multiply the relevant values: $275,000 at 6%.. The correct answer is $16,500.. This is a common calculation on the Kansas real estate exam.
Q10. Which federal law requires disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards in homes built before 1978?
Explanation
The Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act (Title X) requires sellers and landlords of pre-1978 housing to disclose known lead-based paint hazards.
Q11. A variance in Kansas zoning law is:
Explanation
A variance is official permission granted by the zoning board of appeals to allow a property owner to deviate from specific dimensional or use requirements due to unique hardship.
Q12. A Kansas property manager who collects rent and manages maintenance on behalf of an owner is acting as:
Explanation
A property manager acts as an agent of the property owner, owing fiduciary duties including loyalty, accounting, and reasonable care in managing the property.
Q13. How many hours of pre-license education are required to sit for the Kansas real estate salesperson exam?
Explanation
Kansas requires 30 hours of pre-license education before a candidate may sit for the salesperson licensing exam.
Q14. A Kansas real estate agent who owes fiduciary duties to a seller is considered to be in what type of relationship?
Explanation
A seller's agent owes fiduciary duties — including loyalty, obedience, disclosure, confidentiality, accounting, and reasonable care — to the seller.
Q15. In Kansas, a real estate contract for the sale of real property must be:
Explanation
Under Kansas's Statute of Frauds, contracts for the sale of real property must be in writing and signed by the parties to be enforceable.
Q16. In Kansas, what federal law requires lenders to disclose the annual percentage rate (APR) to borrowers?
Explanation
The Truth in Lending Act (TILA) requires lenders to disclose the APR and total cost of credit so borrowers can make informed decisions.
Q17. A fee simple defeasible estate is best described as:
Explanation
A fee simple defeasible estate is a form of ownership that can be lost or defeated if a stated condition is violated, unlike an absolute fee simple.
Q18. The principle of substitution states that a buyer will pay no more than:
Explanation
The principle of substitution holds that a buyer will pay no more for a property than the cost of acquiring an equally desirable substitute — the foundation of the sales comparison and cost approaches.
Q19. Steering is best defined as:
Explanation
Steering is the illegal practice of directing buyers or renters toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on their race, religion, national origin, or other protected class characteristics.
Q20. Title insurance protects the insured against:
Explanation
Title insurance protects the insured against losses arising from defects in title that existed before the policy was issued, such as undiscovered liens, errors in public records, or forged documents.
Q21. A property is assessed at 11.5% of its $320,000 market value. The tax rate is 120 mills. What are the annual property taxes?
Explanation
Assessed value = $320,000 × 0.115 = $36,800. Mill rate conversion: 120 mills = $0.120 per dollar. Annual tax = $36,800 × 0.120 = $4,416.
Q22. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that enters homes primarily through:
Explanation
Radon enters homes primarily through cracks and openings in the foundation, floor, and walls from the soil beneath the structure.
Q23. A nonconforming use in Kansas is:
Explanation
A nonconforming use (grandfathered use) is one that was lawfully established before current zoning regulations took effect but does not conform to the current zoning requirements.
Q24. In Kansas, security deposits collected by a property manager must be:
Explanation
Security deposits must be held in a separate trust (escrow) account, segregated from the property manager's personal and operating funds.
Q25. The Kansas real estate salesperson licensing exam consists of how many questions?
Explanation
The Kansas real estate salesperson exam consists of 140 questions — a national portion and a state-specific portion.
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What Is On The Kansas Real Estate Exam?
The Kansas real estate salesperson exam is administered by the Kansas Real Estate Commission and tests both national real estate principles and Kansas-specific laws and regulations. The exam contains 110 multiple-choice questions, and you must score at least 70% to pass.
The national portion covers topics that apply in every state: property ownership, land use controls, valuation and market analysis, financing, agency law, contracts, leasing and property management, transfer of title, fair housing laws, and real estate calculations. The state portion tests knowledge specific to Kansas — including regulations set by the Kansas Real Estate Commission, Kansas agency disclosure requirements, and state-specific contract and closing practices.
Topics covered on the Kansas exam include: Property Ownership, Agency Law, Contracts, Finance, Kansas License Law. Candidates who struggle on the KS exam typically underestimate the state-specific portion — the national content is well-covered by most study materials, but Kansas law questions require targeted preparation.
Official Kansas Exam Content Areas
Source: Kansas Real Estate Commission · Updated June 2026
| Content Area | Questions |
|---|---|
| National Section (9 topic areas, Pearson VUE common outline) | 80 scored |
| Kansas State Section (KREC duties, licensing requirements, licensee activities, prohibited acts, brokerage relationships) | 30 scored |
- ▸Administered by Pearson VUE; national and state sections scored independently — both must be passed
- ▸Passing score is a scaled score of 70 on a 0–100 scale (not a raw percentage) for both sections
- ▸Kansas state section covers Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC) duties and powers, licensing requirements, prohibited acts, and brokerage relationship disclosures
- ▸Source: Pearson VUE Kansas Candidate Handbook (April 2025, pub. #091700) and KREC (krec.ks.gov)
Practice Kansas questions by topic — start with Kansas License Law, Agency, and Contracts to build your foundation, then work through remaining topics.
How Many Questions Are On The Kansas Exam?
The Kansas real estate salesperson exam has 110 multiple-choice questions. The exam is divided into a national section covering general real estate principles and a state section covering Kansas-specific laws administered by the Kansas Real Estate Commission. You have 4 hours to complete the exam.
Kansas Real Estate Exam Passing Score
You need a 70% to pass the Kansas real estate exam. The first-time pass rate in Kansas is approximately 59%, which means preparation is essential — most candidates who fail do so because they focused on national content and underestimated the KS-specific portion. Our Kansas practice exam is built specifically around the Kansas Real Estate Commission exam outline.
Read our complete Kansas exam study guide — state-specific topics, 5-week study plan, and what to focus on before exam day.
Most Difficult Topics On The Kansas Exam
These are the areas where Kansas candidates most commonly lose points — and a key reason why some states produce harder real estate exams than others.
Kansas's BRRETA (Brokerage Relationships in Real Estate Transactions Act) governs all agency relationships in Kansas and differs significantly from how other states structure this. Understanding the types of brokerage relationships available under BRRETA is essential.
Kansas uniquely allows brokers to operate without a supervising broker in some circumstances. Understanding when this is permissible and what rules apply is a Kansas-specific concept that appears on the state exam.
Kansas's specific lead, radon, and mold disclosure requirements under state law have specific timelines and content requirements that differ from federal requirements. These state-specific disclosure rules are tested.
KREC's specific rules on trust account maintenance, recordkeeping, and what qualifies as commingling under Kansas law are tested on the state portion and have specific Kansas requirements beyond national norms.
Kansas Real Estate Math
The Kansas real estate exam includes math questions covering commission calculations, loan-to-value (LTV) ratios, property tax prorations, area and volume, and appreciation/depreciation. A common example: if a property sells for $350,000 and the total commission is 6%, split equally between listing and buyer's broker, each side earns $10,500. Proration questions — such as calculating how many days of property taxes a seller owes at closing — are also common. On the KS exam, you will not need a calculator for most math questions, but you do need to understand the formulas. Practice the "T-bar" method for commission splits and the 360-day banker's year for prorations.
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- 1Complete 60 hours of state-approved pre-license education covering topics required by the Kansas Real Estate Commission.
- 2Submit your application to the Kansas Real Estate Commission and pay the required fees (exam fee: $82).
- 3Pass the Kansas real estate salesperson exam (110 questions, 70% to pass).
- 4Complete a background check and fingerprinting as required by Kansas law.
- 5Find a licensed sponsoring/employing broker to activate your license.
- 6Complete any required post-licensing education within the timeframe set by the Kansas Real Estate Commission.
Best Study Strategy For The Kansas Exam
Start with Kansas license law first. State-specific regulations administered by the Kansas Real Estate Commission make up a significant portion of the KS exam and are not covered in most national study materials.
Master the math early. The Kansas real estate exam includes questions on commission calculations, prorations, loan-to-value ratios, and area calculations. Set aside dedicated math practice sessions — don't leave it until the last week.
Take timed practice exams. The Kansas exam has 110 questions within a 4 hours time limit. Simulate exam conditions to build stamina and identify weak topics before exam day.
Focus heavily on agency law. Agency relationships, disclosure requirements, and fiduciary duties are consistently among the most-tested topics on the KS exam. Understand the difference between seller's agent, buyer's agent, dual agent, and transaction broker in the context of Kansas law.
Review Fair Housing thoroughly. Federal Fair Housing Act protections apply in all states, but Kansas may have additional protected classes. Know both federal and Kansas-specific protections cold — this topic appears on virtually every exam.
Use active recall, not passive reading. Instead of re-reading notes, quiz yourself. Use flashcards or practice questions to test retention. Research shows active recall improves long-term retention significantly compared to passive review.
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