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To qualify for a broker license, how many years must a person be licensed as a real estate salesperson?

  1. 1 year

  2. 2 years

  3. 3 years

  4. 4 years

The correct answer is: 3 years

To qualify for a broker license in Minnesota, an individual must have been licensed as a real estate salesperson for a minimum of three years. This requirement is set to ensure that the candidate has sufficient experience in real estate transactions and an understanding of the market, which is critical for the responsibilities that come with being a broker. The three-year period allows the aspiring broker to gain not only practical skills but also a comprehensive knowledge of laws, ethics, and practices within the real estate industry. This experience helps prepare the individual to manage a real estate brokerage or to engage in activities that require a deeper level of expertise than that of a salesperson.