California Real Estate Salesperson exam topics — the 6 content areas by weight
The California Real Estate Salesperson exam is built from 6 weighted content areas. Focus your time where the weight is. Each area below links to a free study chapter and practice questions. These weights are how PrepPass has organized the material, not a figure published by the exam authority.
Property Ownership and Land Use Controls
Laws of Agency, Disclosures, and Fair Housing
Real Estate Financing
Practice of Real Estate and Contracts
Valuation and Appraisal
Transfer of Property, Title, and Escrow
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Content-area weights are PrepPass’s own organization of the material. Where California Real Estate Salesperson publishes an official outline, check it directly. Confirm current details with California Department of Real Estate (DRE). Study aid, not a substitute for the official material. Last updated: August 2026.