How to Get a Real Estate License in New Hampshire

New Hampshire requires just 40 hours of pre-licensing education — among the lowest in the country — and uses PSI for the licensing exam. The New Hampshire Real Estate Commission operates under the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification. The state's market benefits significantly from its proximity to Boston: southern New Hampshire communities like Nashua and Manchester consistently attract buyers who work in Massachusetts but want to avoid the state income tax (New Hampshire has no income or sales tax), creating a steady cross-border buyer pool. The White Mountains and Lakes Region add seasonal vacation and second-home activity that keeps the market active year-round.