How to Get a Real Estate License in Minnesota

If you have a desire to start a career in real estate, one of the credentials that you need in order to legally work in the field is a real estate license. Each state has a governing entity that establishes the requirements to obtain licensing in their state. Minnesota Department of Commerce happens to be the governing board in the state of Minnesota. It will take some time and effort to meet the requirements set forth by the board. However, once you have met those requirements, you can begin to enjoy the rewards of a career in real estate.

Things You'll Need

• Real estate broker

Instructions

1. Register to take 90 hours of Minnesota Real Estate courses. There are three courses involved, Course 1, Course II and Course III. The three courses are 30 hours each. See "Resources" for a listing of locations, such as Kaplan Professional Schools, that offer these courses.

2. Take the Minnesota State Real Estate examination after you have completed Course 1. This is recommended because Course I is the only course material that will appear on the examination. Taking the exam immediately after finishing the course can also increase your odds of passing the exam, versus waiting and forgetting some of the information you learned.

3. Complete Course II and Course III.

4. Apply for your license through a Minnesota Real Estate Broker. The Broker will submit your license application to the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Without a broker you cannot receive a Minnesota Real Estate License.

5. Take continuing education courses in order to maintain your real estate licenses.

References

• Minnesota Department of Commerce
• Mortgage News Daily
• Edina Realty, Minnesota Real Estate License

Resources

• Minnesota Real Estate License Application
• Kaplan Professional Schools