Continuing Education, After You Receive Your License

Every year, agents in Minnesota must do 15 hours of Continuing Education. We break out our CE classes down to 3.75 hours per class. So if you took two classes in a day, that would be 7.5 hours, and if you took two days of classes with us, you’d have your CE hours completed. You can do them in pieces, or grouped together. Your license expires every couple of years, and the State wants to make sure that you’re actually taking classes related to consumer protection, such as fair housing. There are certain classes that are required, and then there are electives that you may choose from.

Upcoming CE Classes

C.E. Season for 2025 is over effective June 2025.

Stay tuned for more CE classes starting up after Summer!

1031 Tax Deferred Exchange (1 hour) (New for 2026)
By attending this 1.0-hour course, students will be exposed to the fact that Investors are sometimes involved in a transaction where their net proceeds will be impacted by taxes. Deferring income taxes on a gain is a complicated process which requires specific entities and skills. This class will demonstrate the importance of these.

2025-2026 Required Module: Contracts (3.75 hours) (New for 2026) pending approval
Upon completion of this course students will be able to:
Gain a clearer understanding of legal requirements in real estate contracts and
Analyze various contracts, addendums, and agreements while identifying common form-related issues in transactions. You will be able to develop strategies to prevent contractual risks and mistakes and enhance their ability to guide buyers and sellers through complex real estate transactions with confidence.

Addenda and Fair Housing (2.5 hours) (New for 2025)
By attending this 2.5-hour course, learners will learn about the correct ways in which to execute addenda to the Purchase Contract and learn about treating all parties fairly. Certain addenda to a contract are simple and some are difficult. By sharing the obligations of the addenda for “Home sale”, “Personal Property” and “Common Interest Communities”, licensees will be better equipped to explain to their consumers. Fair housing is an important topic in understanding how to create fair opportunities for property ownership. We examine the identified protected classes and the prohibited actions under the Fair Housing Act and MN Human Rights Act.

Agency Hour (1 hour) (New for 2026)
By attending this 1-hour course, agents will gain an understanding of providing Agency Disclosures to consumers, the appropriate time to discuss agency choices and what the responsibilities of the different representation/facilitator riles are.

Buyers Post Settlement (3.75 hours) (New for 2026) (pending approval)
By attending this 3.75-hour class, participants will be exposed to the complexities of being a home buyer and how to navigate through a legal maze. Buying a house is usually the biggest financial expense in a person’s life. Going out for the first time may leave the buyer wondering how showings work, what is representation and concerns about the legalese on contracts. Licensees who attend this class will be shown skill sets that will aid the first-time home buyer to be informed, comfortable and competent to buy their first dwelling!

Code of Ethics 8th Cycle (3.75 hours) (New for 2026) pending approval
This 3.75-hour class will expose the attendees to the REALTOR® Code of Ethics. The Code of Ethics establishes the foundation on how REALTORS® are to operate as professionals in the Real Estate Industry. The 17 Articles of the Code of Ethics defines a higher standard of professionalism and behavior in three categories: Duties to Customers and Clients, Duties to the Public, and Duties to other REALTORS®. Members agree to the duties and responsibilities outlined in the Standards of Practice for each of the 17 Articles and are subject to be sanctioned if found to be in violation of any article.

Commercial 101 (3.75 hours)
By attending this 3.75-hour class, learners will be exposed to the basics of a commercial transaction. Sometimes, a residential licensee may be faced with a question surrounding a Commercial property. The world of commercial real estate is different than residential, and this course will set some basic items a licensee should know as they venture into new territory. Pricing, types of buildings and more are discussed in lecture led discussions, pictures, and material.

Commercial 201 (3.75 hours)
In this 3.75-hour class, agents will be exposed to more advanced information about commercial transactions including multi-family buildings and 1031 exchanges. Commercial real estate transactions are more complicated than a residential sale/purchase and agents in this field must be prepared. Understanding the method of determining value, capitalization rates and occupancy is crucial for an agent helping an investor. Taxes can have a huge impact on a transaction and understanding the deferred method of paying taxes using a 1031-Tax-Deferred exchange is valuable to their customers.

Compliance vs. Violation: (3.75 hours)
By attending this 3.75-hour course, real estate students will be exposed to the laws regulating license activity called Chapter 82. By reviewing these statutes, licensees will be more aware of their standards of performance expected by law. The consequences can be severe and carry stiff penalties like financial fines, gross misdemeanor charges and more. Agents will learn about the requirement for providing Agency Disclosures at substantive contact and the protections afforded to consumers so that all consumers are treated fairly.

Counters, cancellations and Contingencies (2.5 hours) (New for 2025)
By attending this 2.5-hour course, learners will learn about the process of making a counteroffer to another party. Sometimes, it gets confusing when multiple items are being countered. Having a written counter-offer trail is the best way to make sure the items being negotiated are mutually understood. Sometimes, a cancellation happens, and the parties need to identify if the contract is canceled and the disposition of the earnest money. Making an offer to purchase that is contingent on selling a property can be confusing and this class will explain the process to simplify the transaction.

Disclosures and Foreclosures (2.5 hours) (New for 2025)
By attending this 2.5-hour course, learners will learn about the laws surrounding Disclosures. Disclosures come in many forms: Agent/Family relationships, property facts, compensation and more. The laws surrounding disclosure and how to timely make the disclosure will be shared during these three-hour discussions. Sometimes, unfortunate things happen to people and foreclosure is one of them. Knowing what the rights are of the parties in the foreclosure will be shared as well as what to do to aid the consumer (if possible) in avoiding the foreclosure crunch about a short sale.

Fair Housing (2 hours) (New for 2026)
In this 2-hour course, we will examine fair housing and identify the protected classes in Minnesota, the prohibitions, and ways we can make housing fair for all.

First time Homebuyers (3.75 hours)
Whether you want to develop a niche business working with first-time homebuyers or simply increase your overall knowledge so you can better help inexperienced first-time homebuyers, this course will provide you with the necessary foundation to serve this unique population. First-time homebuyers often rely heavily on agents’ expertise, and many feel overwhelmed, intimidated, and fearful of the prospect of buying a home. Your knowledge and calm influence can lead them toward their goal of homeownership, step by step.

Here Comes the Judge:(3.75 hours)
By attending this 3.75-hour course, students will be exposed to disputes where the students will have the opportunity to be the interviewer/investigator and decision maker of whether violations have occurred.

Violations of Law (Chapters 82, 515b, 580-582) are explored in a setting where the case study will be presented as a complaint and prepared opening remarks are provided by the complainant and the respondent. The student will be able to ask questions to ascertain whether there was a violation of law or not and then each ‘side’ will make their prepared closing statements.

At the end of each case study, the determination of violation will be shared. The Minnesota Department of Commerce investigates hundreds of complaints each year. Findings result in revocations, suspensions, fines and/or gross misdemeanor charges. By attending this course, students will learn the processes from complaint to resolution and more importantly, the students will learn the common mistakes and how to avoid them in the future.

Home Inspection 101: Bones and basics (3.75 hours)
By attending this 3.75-hour class, participants will be exposed to the various mechanical components of a property for dwelling. Learning about the house components can further benefit the buyer by having basic knowledge of heating, plumbing and more. In the world of home shopping, buyers may overlook something due to a feature that captures their heart. A responsible and reasonable licensee should be able to answer basic questions about housing mechanicals and demonstrate to the consumer a working knowledge of the building.

Legal Issues (2.5 hours) (New for 2025)
By attending this 2.5-hour course, learners will learn about the legal impacts of their role as licensees. There are many potential legal consequences in the practice of real estate from the fees being charged, antitrust lawsuits, defaults on contracts and more. Real estate licensees are not able to practice law and so learning how to stay off the thin ice of legal practice is crucial in the role of a real estate licensee

Listing Contracts (2.5 hours) (New for 2025)
By attending this 2.5-hour course, learners will be exposed to the complexities of completing a real property Listing Contract. Dual agency, representation, and job duties are outlined in this course to allow licensees to become more familiar with terms and be better able to disclose them to the sellers. Advertising a property requires specific mentions of company name, financial info by State and Federal laws and will be shared with the learners. Cooperation with other brokers, confidentiality of offers and open house responsibilities are covered in this action-packed 2.5-hour class.

Negotiate 101 (3.75 hours)
In this 3.75-hour course, students will be discussing the laws in Minnesota pertaining to the legal requirements under Negotiation Chapter 82.71. There are many factors involved in negotiations and the basics will be shared in this course. The Code of Ethics also plays a part in the handling of Negotiations and professionals should have a clear understanding of what is required and expected of them.

Offers to Purchase (3.75 hours)
By attending this 3.75-hour course, learners will be exposed to the complexities of completing a real property Purchase Contract.

As a buyer and seller review the paperwork for the purchase and sale of real estate, there are many complex concepts a licensee needs to share, discuss and guide the consumer through. By attending this class, students will complete a templated Purchase Contract and gain insights into describing the clauses and covenants to their consumers in an easy-to-understand manner.

Radon-the silent killer (2 hours) (New for 2026)
By attending this 2-hour course, agents will learn about the potential dangers of exposure to high levels of radon. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that when trapped in a building can build up and cause respiratory issues. Minnesota passed the Radon Awareness Act requiring certain information to be disclosed. In this 2-hour session, we will learn ways to test and reduce radon levels.

Real Estate Auctions (3.75 hours) (New for 2026) pending approval
In this fast-paced, 3.75 hour class, learners will be shown the process by which real estate is sold at auction via the Sherrif’s Department or private auction. Auctioneering has been around for centuries. Sometimes, a seller may want to sell a property as quickly as possible. Auctions are the way! We will explore the need of licensure for auctioneers, how to attend/bid at auction and the benefits of buying/selling at auction!

Safety First (3.75 hours)
By attending this 3.75 online class, Real Estate salespersons and brokers who attend this class will be taught to identify situations where harm may be inflicted. Realtors are sometimes put into dangerous situations and this class will provide tips on safety. As internet connectivity makes individuals more visible, we are seeing people having their credit card information fall into the wrong hands. This class will demonstrate tactics to prevent identity theft and understand the complications of online and in-person confrontations. Finally, as the world is keenly aware, we are in a ‘new normal’ with the COVID-19 infections. By attending this class, we will discuss how to show property safely and virtually, spot and avoid contaminants and diseases in property and how to properly handle the disclosing dangerous situations and/or infectious diseases.

The New NORML: Marijuana and Real Estate (3.75 hours)
By attending this 3.75-hour course, real estate licensees will learn about the new laws in Minnesota surrounding the legalization of marijuana and the impact it may have on real property. Landlords of property will need to be aware of the ability to allow or restrain tenants from smoking, vaping any kind of products. With the legalization of marijuana, a tenant might assume they can grow and use marijuana in the rental unit and that may be at odds with other tenants and/or the owners. Showing a property and stumbling across a “pot farm” in the past has caused police calls and complaints. Today, there may be a legal reason why the house is being used a “grow-house”. Agents will need to understand the laws impacting this marijuana and explain to consumers in a correct, understandable manner.

Top 10 Disclosure Concerns: (3.75 hours)
By attending this 3.75 class, students will be exposed to the choices a consumer has when selling their property regarding Disclosures. The class will review the Board of REALTORS forms to gain an understanding of how they work in order to better explain them to their consumers. Having a property with a waiver of disclosure can be of concern and could possibly not be an issue. How does an agent explain that? Sometimes, things go wrong after closing and sellers/buyers have disputes. The real estate licensee’s responsibilities have now become complex. Disputes are generally resolved face-to-face but, in some instances, a third party must decide. Arbitration and litigation are explored as the methods of dispute resolution.

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