Power Prep Online Program
Updated for 2026
CREATED BY STATE’S TOP INSTRUCTOR
UNLIMITED ACCESS | 6 Months
COMPLETION (Approx. 30 hours)
✅ Power Review Audio | “We Bring the Classroom To You.“
For over 35 years Don had taught a live weekend review. Classes had traditionally been taught and were held in all the major cities across California. Now students can benefit from this segment of learning conveniently in their home, office or anywhere on a personal computer with the Exam Review session plus Q&A Analysis Review of 218 specifically selected questions that cover the full scope of the subject matter you will be tested on for the state exam. (10 Hours)
The primary purpose of the “Exam Review” has been to give a thorough review of the main topic areas students can expect to find on the State Exam. Instead of our students having to drive to a particular location to attend Don’s lecture, our students now have a chance to listen to his incredible presentation that was recorded live.
The audio format has the ability for students to fast forward, rewind or view any portion of the audio when needed. Having the ability to view numerous times and being able to listen when students are alert and ready gives our them a huge advantage in memorizing the large scope of material. In addition to Don’s expertise in the licensing field, his outstanding teaching ability, shines through as in the audio he shares true to life experiences as examples. This will help explain the information more effectively and grasp student’s attention, therefore making their experience much more enjoyable.
✅ Power Review Guide (PDF)
(Used to follow along with the audio)
Our Power Review Guide will take you through 215 pages of an “easy to read” outline of the Exam Review along with the Q&A Analysis section which analyses 218 selected questions with very descriptive answers. Also included in the back of the guide, is an additional General Information section, where we place the most “updated” information.
✅ Test Yourself On All Information
Online Practice Testing
Utilize Our Bank Of 750 Q&A’s w/ Auto Grading
Newest Questions
This particular set of practice exams contains 600 newest questions & answers. It introduces questions that reflect the most recent changes to the state exam.
Master Practice Exam
This (Mock State Exam) consists of 150 questions & answers. Set up similar to actual state exam.
✅ The Day Of The Exam
Lighting Review Audio
Listen to on the way to the state exam testing site. This “Powerful” Audio is designed to provide a “Quick” and “Effective” method of reviewing all the necessary subject matter prior to taking the actual exam. The closer to the exam date this is reviewed, the better retention of the information each student will have. After following the school’s suggested study procedure, we believe that the use of this audio will be the key to success in passing the state exam. (80 min)
Also Test Taking Hints Strategy – A proven way to go through and answer questions on the state exam that could make the difference from passing and failing.
BONUS:
MasterPrep Flashcards
Improve memory of important terms and definitions
Free Consultation w/ Head Instructor
Included with our programs… “YOUR OWN PRIVATE TUTOR”. All of our students will be provided access to our Head Instructor who will be available to students by telephone or email to answer any and all questions related to their studies as they go through the entire program. No other school offers this type of personal attention!
Based on 2025 refunds. We have a near 100% Pass Rate on this program for students following our exact study procedure. These types of results are unheard of in our industry!
$79.00
$118 with Hardcopy Power Review Guide
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✅ Master the Material: 10+ Hours of Live-Recorded Audio & 215-Page Guide.
✅ Practice for Success: 750+ Questions updated for 2026 DRE standards.
✅ Final Push Strategy: 80-minute Lightning Review for the day of your exam.
✅ Zero Risk: Backed by our 200% Money-Back Guarantee—we pay you $158 if you fail.
Ultimate Guide to the California Real Estate Exam
Passing the California real estate exam is the final hurdle in starting your career as a licensed professional. While many students complete their three required college-level courses, they often find that the state exam requires a different level of logic and preparation. Understanding the structure of the test is the first step toward success.
What to Expect on Exam Day
The California Department of Real Estate (DRE) administers the salesperson exam as a 150-question, multiple-choice test. You are given 3 hours and 15 minutes to complete the exam. To pass, you must achieve a score of 70% or higher. The questions are not just about memorizing definitions; they are situational. You will be asked how to apply California real estate law to specific scenarios involving buyers, sellers, and disclosures.
The Most Difficult Topics
Most students struggle with the “Big 4” categories. Practice and Disclosures makes up the largest portion of the exam (25%). This section covers everything from land use to environmental hazards. Laws of Agency (17%) is another heavy hitter, focusing on your fiduciary duties to your clients. Our CA real estate exam prep focuses heavily on these areas to ensure you aren’t caught off guard by tricky wording.
Tips for Passing Your First Try
- Master the Vocabulary: The exam uses specific legal terminology. If you don’t know the difference between “avulsion” and “accretion,” you’ll lose easy points.
- Use Situational Practice: Don’t just read a book. Use practice exams that simulate the 2026 DRE testing environment.
New for 2026: Read our Official California Real Estate Licensing Guide for a step-by-step roadmap to starting your career.
By choosing a comprehensive California real estate exam prep program like PowerPrep, you are utilizing over 85 years of experience. We don’t just teach you the material; we teach you how to pass the test.
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Key 2026 Exam Prep Vocabulary
Master these 10 essential terms frequently seen on the DRE State Exam.
1. Fiduciary Duties (OLD CAR)
The legal obligation of an agent to act in the best interest of their principal. Remember the acronym OLD CAR: Obedience, Loyalty, Disclosure, Confidentiality, Accounting, and Reasonable Care.
2. Adverse Possession
A legal principle where someone can claim ownership of land by occupying it openly and continuously for a specific period (5 years in California) and paying property taxes.
4. Functional Obsolescence
A reduction in a property’s value due to an outdated feature or poor design (e.g., a 4-bedroom house with only one bathroom). This is different from physical wear and tear.
4. Encumbrance
Any claim, lien, or liability attached to a property that may lessen its value, such as a mortgage or an easement, but does not necessarily prevent transfer of title.
5. Steering & Redlining
Steering: Channeling buyers toward or away from neighborhoods based on race. Redlining: Lenders refusing loans in certain areas based on protected characteristics. Both are illegal under Fair Housing laws.
6. Fee Simple Defeasible
Ownership that can be taken away if a specific condition is violated (e.g., “The property must be used only as a park”).
7. Net Operating Income (NOI)
Calculated as Gross Income minus Operating Expenses. Note: Mortgage payments (debt service) are not included in NOI.
8. Littoral vs. Riparian Rights
Littoral: Rights for land bordering a lake or ocean. Riparian: Rights for land bordering a flowing river or stream.
9. Bilateral vs. Unilateral Contract
Bilateral: A promise for a promise (e.g., a standard purchase agreement). Unilateral: A promise for an act (e.g., an option contract or a reward poster).
10. The Bundle of Rights
The legal rights that come with property ownership, often compared to a “bundle of sticks.” These include the rights of Possession, Control, Enjoyment, Exclusion, and Disposition.
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