72 Hour Broker Pre-License Course (Online Instructor-Led)
TUITION: $499
Why Choose LarsonEd’s 72-Hour Broker Online Instructor-Led Course?
5/5 Stars from 1,000+ Graduates
- Expert Florida Instructors: We only teach in Florida, which means we focus on just 1 state, not all 50.
- Family-owned & Operated since 2008
- High First-Time Pass Rate: Proven proprietary curriculum designed specifically for the Florida State Exam.
- Bite-sized education modules: Fit your education into your busy schedule. You get a 1-year enrollment to study and review.
- All-Inclusive Study Materials & Practice Exams: Mobile-friendly, no separate app needed.
- Dedicated Career Counselors: Available by phone Monday - Friday, no chatbots.
Our LarsonLIVE pre-licensing course gives you the structured accountability, real-time feedback, and Florida-based expertise needed to pass your Florida real estate exam on the first attempt.
At a Glance
72 Hour FREC-Approved Curriculum
Comprehensive coverage of Florida real estate law, principles, practices, and real estate math. DBPR Approved Course #0031509
Mobile friendly platform
No need to download an app, our online LarsonLIVE platform is easy to use on any device.
On Demand LEARNING
Pre-recorded video sessions with the same Larson instructors that teach in our classrooms.
Instructor Support
Direct access to our instructor team and course authors throughout the duration of your course for guidance on difficult topics.
Exam Prep & Pass Assurance
Hundreds of sample Florida state exam questions to test your knowledge before test day.
Florida License Application Assistance
Guidance from our Career Counselors on completing your DBPR Broker application*.
*DBPR License Requirement: You must have been active as a Sales Associate with a Florida Broker for 2 out of the previous 5 years to upgrade to a Broker License, or been licensed in another state for 2 out of the previous 5 years.
What's Included?
LarsonLIVE On Demand Introduction Demo
17 unique class units
On Demand Video instruction
personalize your experience by utilizing the embedded timestamps allowing for pausing when you need a break, and easily pick up where you last left off.
500+ sample questions
510+ page course workbook
1-year tuition policy
allows you to watch, read, review and study your course materials for up to 1-year.
Upgrade eligible
upgrade to our classroom course in Fort Myers or Naples, FL at any time by paying the tuition difference of $100.
How to Enroll
72 Hour Broker Pre-License Course
Online Instructor-Led
$499
includes the course workbook (additional $20 for shipping)
Click Enroll Now for immediate enrollment or Call Career Counselor to enroll by phone.
Course Workbook Pickup times:
- Mon-Fri in Fort Myers and Tue and Thu in Naples
- 9-11:30am and 12:30-4:00pm
After course purchase, call one of our Career Counselors at 239-344-7510 to schedule your pickup or to order shipping for $20.
FAQs & Completing the Course
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Compare LarsonEd's 72 Hour Courses
| Online Self-Study | Online Instructor-Led | Classroom | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $349 | $499 | $599 |
| Content Delivery | Text Based | Video Based | In Person |
| Course Pace | Self-Paced | Self-Paced | Pre-Scheduled |
| Workbook Format | eBook | eBook & Physical | Physical |
| Instructor Access | In Person | ||
| DBPR Approved | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Larson Authored | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 1-Year Enrollment | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 500+ Sample Questions | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Online Exam Tutor - $29 Value | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Complimentary Coffee | ✔ | ||
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"Everything that we do is focused on professionalism and is based on the needs, goals and objectives of the student. We expertly combine modern licensing education with old-school customer service." ~ the Larsons
What can you do with a real estate Broker license in Florida?
A Real Estate Broker License is a versatile credential that acts as a gateway to several different career paths. In high-demand markets like Florida, it provides you with many career opportunities.
Here is a breakdown of some of the things you can do once you hold a real estate license in Florida:
1. Business Ownership & Entity Management
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Open Your Own Sole Brokerage: You can operate under your own name or form a business entity (LLC, PA, Corp) registered through Sunbiz and the DBPR, allowing you to run an independent firm.
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Qualify Multiple Brokerage Entities: As a broker, you can apply for "Multiple Licenses" to act as the Qualifying Broker for more than one brokerage corporation or LLC at the same time.
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Hire and Supervise Agents: You have the sole legal authority to employ Sales Associates and Broker Associates, sponsor their licenses with the DBPR, and set your firm’s commission splits.
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Register Branch Offices: You can legally expand your business by registering and overseeing multiple branch offices under your primary corporate entity across the state.
2. Direct Financial Operations & Escrow
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Hold and Manage Escrow Accounts: Sales associates can never hold earnest money or rental deposits directly. As a broker, you can open and maintain a Florida-based escrow bank account to hold client funds, earnest money deposits, and tenant security deposits.
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Collect Money Directly: You can accept payments, commissions, deposits, and retainers directly from buyers, sellers, and landlords. (Sales associates can only be paid through their employing broker).
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Broker-to-Broker Commission Splits: You can directly negotiate and share referral fees or commission splits with out-of-state or international real estate brokers without third-party oversight.
3. Business Brokerage & Corporate Transactions
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Broker Business Opportunities: You can market, list, and facilitate the sale of existing businesses, enterprises, or franchises (even those that do not include physical real estate or land, such as a retail store or service company).
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Handle Mergers & Valuations: You are legally positioned to offer paid business brokerage services, financial modeling for acquisitions, and corporate entity asset transfers.
4. Advanced Professional Roles
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Act as a Broker Associate: If you do not want to run your own company, you can register as a "Broker Associate" under another broker. You keep the higher broker credential while letting someone else handle liability and office management.
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Serve as a Corporate Officer or Partner: You can serve as a General Partner in a real estate partnership or an Officer/Director in a real estate corporation. (Sales associates are not allowed to hold officer or general partner positions in a Florida brokerage).










