Minnesota License Law

A Minnesota salesperson wants to change brokers. What must they do to make this change legally effective?

ASimply begin working for the new broker immediately
BNotify the old broker and submit a transfer application to the Department of Commerce✓ Correct
CWait for their license renewal date to change brokers
DObtain the old broker's written permission to transfer

Explanation

In Minnesota, changing brokers requires a license transfer application to the Department of Commerce. The salesperson must notify the old broker and apply for the license to be transferred to the new broker. Working for a new broker before the transfer is approved could constitute unlicensed activity. The transfer process ensures proper supervision throughout.

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