Minnesota License Law

A Minnesota salesperson who wants to open their own real estate brokerage must first:

AComplete 30 additional hours of education and obtain a broker's license✓ Correct
BWork as a salesperson for 5 years minimum
CObtain approval from the local Realtor association
DComplete a business plan approved by the Department of Commerce

Explanation

To open a brokerage in Minnesota, a salesperson must upgrade to a broker's license. This requires: at least 2 years of active salesperson experience within the past 5 years, completion of broker pre-license education (additional 30 hours beyond the salesperson requirement), passing the broker exam, and meeting all other requirements.

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