Moving from salesperson to broker in New York is a significant step — one that opens the door to running your own office, managing agents, and taking a larger share of transaction revenue. Here’s what it actually takes.
The Requirements
To qualify for a New York broker license, you must have at least two years of experience as a licensed real estate salesperson within the last 15 years, complete a 75-hour qualifying broker course, and pass the broker licensing exam administered by the NYS Department of State. You also need to be at least 20 years old and meet the DOS application and background check requirements.
The 75-Hour Broker Course
The broker course covers real estate law, finance, brokerage management, agency law, ethics, and New York-specific regulatory content. Main St Success offers the full 75-hour broker qualifying course online and in-person, designed for working agents who can’t pause their business to attend a classroom. The course is the most substantive investment in the path to licensure — go into it seriously.
Timeline
Most agents who commit to the process complete it in 4–8 weeks. The exam wait time varies by DOS scheduling. Budget 6–10 weeks from course start to license in hand as a realistic expectation.
Enroll in the 75-hour broker course at mainstsuccess.com.