In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The requirements and restrictions to become a real estate broker vary from location to location. Usually, it’s required that you’re a lawful citizen and resident of the state that you want to practice in and are at least 18-years-old. Some states will restrict someone from getting a license if they have a criminal record. Check with your local real estate commission to see which restrictions and requirements apply in your state. Most states will require brokers to have completed a course-load that includes the study of the different aspects of real estate. These classes could include courses like real estate practice, finance, property management, and real estate appraisal. The required courses that you need to take will differ from state to state. Some courses may be offered online while others will be in-class. Make sure the classes that you're taking are officially recognized by your state's real estate commission.  Some states will only require you to take one real estate class. Check your local real estate commission's website to see which courses are required for your license. Most states will require experience working with an existing real estate broker before you can get your license. Look for real estate brokerage firms on job boards or online and apply to a position as a real estate agent. Real estate agents can be involved in the buying and selling process, but can't own their own real estate agency or brokerage. Brokers must also take more courses than an agent. Once you get experience and know what you're doing, you can apply to get your license as a broker. If you take an officially sponsored class, they will usually offer the brokerage test at the end of the course. If not, then you’ll have to visit your local real estate commission's website and apply to take the test. Many times there will be a fee associated with taking the test. The brokerage exam will include the materials that were covered in your class(es). This could include subjects like agency management, finance, contracts, ownership laws, and valuation and appraisal. Make sure that you study for the test and get enough sleep the night before to improve your chances of passing.
Summary: Check the requirements to become a broker in your state. Take the classes required to become a broker. Work at a brokerage firm to gain experience. Take the real estate broker test. Pass the real estate broker exam.

The most common dairy animals are cows, goats (good for a small farm), or water buffalo (in south Asia). Each one has many dairy breeds, and local knowledge is your best way to choose between them. Contact government institutions, university agricultural extensions, and established dairy farms and ask for info to help you make the decision:  Rule out breeds that can't thrive in your climate. For each breed, divide annual upkeep cost by annual milk production to find production cost per unit of milk. Is there local demand for the breed's milk (based on species and milk fat %)? What about for butter and cheese (where a high fat % is useful)? How much time and money does it take to raise a calf to milk-producing age? How much can you sell the male calves for? Concentrated feed requires less labor but more money. New farms often save on costs by supplementing it with Management Intensive Rotational Grazing (MIRG). Look at land rental prices in your area and determine how many cattle per acre it can support.  Livestock need about 4% of their weight in forage each day. Ideally, your pasture should produce more than this at peak season, so you can stockpile the surplus for winter.  Renting land is usually better than purchasing for a new farm. Wait until your farm is well-established and you no longer need the financial flexibility. Dairy bulls have a reputation for dangerous behavior, and in any case raising one year round gets expensive. The safer options are paying for a bull's service at breeding time, or practicing artificial insemination (AI). AI is almost always the cheapest option, and has equal or higher success rates when performed correctly (ideally by trained AI techs).  Artificial insemination programs are now widespread in India and many African countries. The savings are not as significant and the programs vary in quality, but it is still usually worth it. Male:female herd ratio varies between species and with the male's age. A young bull can typically service 20–25 cows, while a healthy, mature bull may be able to handle up to 40. If you don't have dairy farm experience already, take some time to learn about breeding, calving, manure management, weaning, milking cows, and crop management. Farming requires a great deal of time, work, and knowledge, so walk into it with open eyes. If this is all new to you, try to get some work experience on another dairy farm first. A farm requires a large one-time expenditure to get started. Buying an existing dairy farm makes the task simpler, and can save money if you're willing to do some repairs yourself. Whether you plan to buy or start it all yourself, make sure you'll have the following facilities:  A sterile facility for storing milk, and for pasteurizing if required in your area Dry, sunny sheds or barns protected from weather and temperature changes Milking parlor with stanchions Feed storage and manure storage Separate living space for calves Equipment (including tractors) and equipment storage area Well for watering cattle, plus water transport system to tanks in pasture Irrigation system for pasture (optional)   Note — if possible, give yourself room to expand to a larger herd Inspect all dairy animals personally before buying, including several milking tests. The animal should be healthy and vaccinated against disease. Ideally, purchase the animals right after calving, on its second or third lactation (when milk production is highest). Wait to buy the second half the herd until the first group is about to go dry, so your farm can produce milk year round. If you're starting with just a few animals, talk to nearby dairy farmers for advice on selling to local stores and individuals. If you have a slightly larger herd, you can get a more stable income by selling the milk to a company that will handle distribution. Your local or regional government may require permits and paperwork to run a farm, sell milk, irrigate your land, and/or hire  staff to help you. Put all your financial estimates into a plan that covers the first few years of your business. In addition to the necessary items above, remember to include the estimated cost of veterinary care per animal, and the cost of any labor you plan to hire. Also look into an additional source of profit: selling manure.  Contact government institutions about subsidies and loans for farmers before you take out a loan from a bank. Use the average milk prices (or slightly lower) over the past few years when estimating future profits. You don't want your business to go under if milk prices drop. As a rule of thumb, you'll need one laborer per 10 milk animals, and one per 20 "dry" animals. This includes you and your family.
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One-sentence summary -- Research species and breed. Decide on a food source. Create a breeding plan. Study farming practices. Invest in capital. Find a good source for animals. Research the local milk market. Contact the government. Create a business plan.

Problem: Article: Using the ratio for a larger batch, make your hot mint tea. Just place the mint leaves in a large heat-safe bowl and pour the boiling water directly over the top. Allow to steep. To make a single serving, use the same mint–water ratio and method as you would for a mug of hot mint tea. Once the tea is ready, squeeze the lemon juice into the tea, making sure you don’t get any seeds in the tea. Add your sweetener of choice, to taste, if you want sweet tea. Stir vigorously to break down the sugar particles. Agave nectar also works well as a liquid sweetener and honey substitute. Once it’s cool, strain the tea into a pitcher and discard the used mint leaves. Refrigerate until it’s cold. When the tea has chilled, and you are ready to serve it, fill your glasses with ice. Thinly slice a cucumber and add a few slices to each glass. Pour the tea and enjoy.
Summary:
Make your mint tea. Stir in sweetener and lemon. Let the tea cool to room temperature. Serve over ice with cucumber.