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1031 Tax-Deferred Exchanges (1 hour)

(New for 2026)

By attending this 1-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.

Addenda & Fair Housing (2.5 hours)

(New for 2026)

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.

Buyers Post Settlement (3.75 hours)

(New for 2026)

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)

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 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.

Counters, Cancellations, and Contingencies (2.5 hours)

(New for 2026)

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.

Fair Housing (2 hours)

(New for 2026)

In this 2-hour course, we will examine fair housing and identify the protected classes both nationally and in Minnesota, explore key prohibitions, and discuss ways to promote fair housing for all. Upon completion, students will understand the history of real estate and how government practices institutionalized racism within the industry; be able to identify organizations currently working to eliminate racism in real estate; recognize the role of real estate professionals in ensuring fair housing; reflect on individual biases that may impact fair and effective real estate practice; and learn how to create a diverse business model while understanding the value diversity brings.

Please note: If you have already completed the MN Realty School 2-hour Fair Housing class (#1038328), you will not be eligible to receive continuing education credit for this on-demand course.

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.

Legal Issues (2.5 hours)

(2.5-hour course)

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.

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.

Real Estate Auctions (3.75 hours)

(New for 2026)

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!

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.

Transaction Coordinator/Notary/Closer License (2 days)

(New for 2026)

In this 2-day course, students will learn the principles of real estate closings in Minnesota, the process for becoming an approved Notary, and the steps to building a career as a Transaction Coordinator. The course focuses on the responsibilities of a closing agent, including how to handle questions within and outside the scope of their license, understand real estate laws and terminology, and navigate forms, deeds, and title insurance. Students will gain a working knowledge of RESPA and Regulation Z, the role of inspectors, lenders, and title professionals, and the essential components of a successful closing—from offer to settlement. By course completion, participants will understand how to ensure smooth, compliant transactions that protect both licensees and consumers, and will know how to apply for a Notary and Closer license in Minnesota.

Disclosures (2.25 hours)

(New for 2026)

By attending this 2.25-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.