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To qualify for a brokerâs license, you must: 1  Be at least 18 years old. 2  Have a high school diploma or equivalent. 3  Successfully complete 90 hours of approved real estate education within 2 years before applying for the exam. This education must include:  A 60-hour course in Real Estate Fundamentals.
How long does it take to buy a house? On average, the process takes around three months from the date of sale until the property is registered in the new ownerâs name. However, certain external aspects can delay the process such as waiting for a stipulated condition in the contract to be fulfilled or obtaining a rates clearance certificate.