NCREC-Broker-N Real Estate NC Real Estate Broker National Free Practice Exam Questions (2025 Updated)

Mold requires moisture to grow and is most commonly found in damp environments such as basements, bathrooms, and areas with water damage. Not all mold is toxic, and the presence of mold is not specifically listed on the NC Residential Property and Owners’ Association Disclosure Statement (though it may be disclosed as a material fact). Therefore, the correct answer is D.

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A slab-on-grade foundation is a flat concrete slab poured directly on the ground, often used in warmer climates where ground freezing is not an issue. It supports the building structure directly and does not include a crawl space or basement. Pier and beam and post and beam refer to elevated structures, while platform construction refers to framing, not the foundation. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

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According to NCREC rules, even when a seller selects “No Representation” on the RPOADS, the listing broker is obligated to disclose any material facts they know about the property to prospective buyers. A leaking basement is considered a material fact, and withholding that information would be a violation of license law and Commission rules. Therefore, the listing agent must disclose the leak to the buyer.

North Carolina provisional brokers are required to complete three postlicensing courses, each 30 hours in length, for a total of 90 hours. These must be completed within 18 months of licensure. Failure to complete these results in the license status being changed to inactive—not revoked. Additionally, postlicensing is not required to activate a license initially, but must be completed to remove the “provisional” status. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

The North Carolina Good Funds Settlement Act requires that no disbursement of funds—including broker commissions—can be made until the deed and any deed of trust are recorded in the public records. Only once the documents are recorded can the closing attorney legally disburse funds. Thus, brokers should expect to be paid only after recording, making answer C correct.

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Under the federal Fair Housing Act, religious organizations may limit occupancy of their non-profit housing to persons of the same religion, provided the property is not operated commercially and there is no discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. Thus, option D is correct — the charity may lawfully restrict tenancy to members of its own faith.

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Under North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) rules, a broker may begin working with a buyer under oral buyer agency but must have a signed, written buyer agency agreement in place before presenting any offer on behalf of that buyer. Oral agency cannot be exclusive or have a defined time frame. Additionally, the broker must provide the Working with Real Estate Agents Disclosure at first substantial contact. Therefore, oral buyer agency is permissible temporarily but must convert to a written agreement before drafting or presenting an offer, making option C correct.

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In North Carolina, a property sold “as is” means the seller is not agreeing to make repairs, but it does not relieve the broker of their duty to disclose. The broker must disclose all material facts they know or reasonably should know, regardless of the “as is” status. This includes physical defects, zoning issues, or legal encumbrances. Therefore, option B is the correct and legally required practice for brokers.

Commingling is the illegal act of mixing a client’s funds—such as earnest money—with the broker’s personal or business funds. North Carolina law strictly prohibits brokers from depositing trust money (like earnest deposits) into the firm’s general operating account. In this case, the broker used the funds to pay rent, which could also constitute conversion (intentional misuse). But since the question specifically addresses the deposit, the correct answer is B – commingling.

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In the income approach to real estate valuation, the formula used is:

Value = Net Operating Income (NOI) ÷ Capitalization Rate

This method estimates the value of an income-producing property based on its ability to generate income. Using this formula, you divide the NOI by the cap rate to find the value. Gross income is not used without adjustments, and multiplication or inverting the formula is incorrect. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

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TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure rules (TRID) require that theClosing Disclosurebe delivered to the consumerno later than 3 business days before consummationof the loan. This mandates a three-business-day review period for borrowers before finalizing the loan—makingoption Bcorrect.

According to the North Carolina Timeshare Act, a purchaser of a timeshare has the right to cancel the purchase without penalty within five (5) calendar days after execution of the contract. This right of rescission is non-waivable and must be disclosed in the contract. The cancellation does not require a reason and must be honored fully. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

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For a contract to be valid and enforceable, all parties must have legal capacity at the time of signing. If the buyer can prove they were legally incompetent due to mental illness at the time of execution, they may have the right to void the contract—even if they later regained competence. Temporary or situational incompetence at the time of contract formation is legally sufficient to make the contract voidable. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

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According to NCREC rules and guidance, a listing broker is obligated to continue presenting all offers to the seller until closing, unless specifically instructed otherwise by the seller in writing. Even if the seller has accepted an offer, other offers must still be presented unless the transaction is completed. Brokers are not required to disclose the terms of competing offers (doing so requires written consent), nor are they required to prioritize offers based on price alone. Therefore, the correct and legally accurate answer is B.

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Under the federal Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act, for residential properties built before 1978, sellers must provide buyers with a lead-based paint disclosure, a copy of any existing reports, and a federally approved lead hazard information pamphlet. In addition, buyers must be given a 10-day period to conduct their own lead inspection or risk assessment (unless waived in writing). Sellers are not required to test or remediate. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

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In North Carolina, joint tenancy includes the right of survivorship unless otherwise stated. If a deed says "as joint tenants," and right of survivorship is implied or established, then Harold’s share automatically passes to the surviving joint tenants (Jack and Jill), regardless of Harold’s will. Since nothing indicates the tenancy was anything other than traditional joint tenancy with survivorship, Jack and Jill receive Harold's share.

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An offer may be withdrawn at any time prior to acceptance and communication of that acceptance. Even if the offer specifies a time frame for response, it does not prevent the buyer from withdrawing it before acceptance. Since the seller had not accepted the offer, the buyer has the legal right to withdraw and receive their earnest money back. Therefore, the correct answer is C.

The FHA (Federal Housing Administration) does not lend money directly to borrowers. Instead, FHA-insured loans are funded by approved private lenders such as banks, mortgage companies, or credit unions. The FHA insures the loan to protect the lender from default risk. HUD oversees the FHA but does not provide the funds. Fannie Mae is part of the secondary market. Therefore, the correct answer is A.

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Tortious interference occurs when a person intentionally damages another party's contractual or business relationships. In real estate, this can happen if a broker actively tries to lure away a client who is currently under an exclusive agreement with another broker. It is an unethical and potentially illegal act. Therefore, the correct answer is A.

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