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Jennifer is a licensed Associate Broker in New Mexico who wants to open her own real estate brokerage and operate independently without supervision. What must Jennifer do to legally accomplish this goal under New Mexico license law?

Correct Answer

B) Obtain a Qualifying Broker license, which allows her to operate independently and supervise other licensees

Under NMSA 1978, § 61-29-1 et seq., only a Qualifying Broker license permits independent operation of a real estate brokerage in New Mexico. An Associate Broker cannot operate independently regardless of experience. Jennifer must meet the requirements for a Qualifying Broker license, which includes additional experience and examination requirements, before she can open and run her own brokerage.

Answer Options
A
Apply for a branch office license from the NMREC and pay the required branch office fee
B
Obtain a Qualifying Broker license, which allows her to operate independently and supervise other licensees
C
Register as a sole proprietor with the New Mexico Secretary of State, which automatically upgrades her license
D
Complete 100 additional hours of continuing education and submit an affidavit of independent practice to the NMREC

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