I hear this question asked by fellow brokers and clients who complain about incompetence or ethical lapses among our colleagues.
Yes, it is easy to get licensed — take 168 class hours, pass the 3-hour state exam, pass a background check (including fingerprinting), and you’re licensed to handle the most significant financial transactions in the average person’s life.
Loan officers and appraisers have a dauntingly higher barrier to entry than do real estate brokers. It’s fair to ask if that should change.
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