California Real Estate Practice Course
(Statutory Requirement)
Welcome to the official enrollment page for the California Real Estate Practice Course. Per the law change effective January 1, 2024, applicants for the California state exam must show proof of completion of the compliant Practice Course. Ideal for those who previously held a Sales Agent License or going for the Broker’s License and looking to fulfill the needed requirements.
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Unlike massive, multi-state corporate schools, we remain proudly family-operated and hyper-focused exclusively on the California Real Estate Exam, ensuring you receive dedicated, individualized guidance every step of the way.
Learn Directly from the State’s Most Experienced Instructor
Study under Donald Schwartz, whose 40+ years in the classroom make him the longest-serving and most trusted real estate educator in the field.
Why This Course Is Essential
The California Department of Real Estate (DRE) requires all salesperson applicants to complete this mandatory qualifying course along with Real Estate Principles and an approved elective before applying for a state exam (Brokers require a total of 8 courses).
Mandatory Core Requirement
A foundational requirement mandated by the DRE for initial licensure.
Stay Compliant
Ensure your educational file remains fully compliant with the latest regulatory standards.
Added Advantage
The topic of Practice accounts for roughly 25% of the state exam, making this a vital building block toward passing.
What It Will Cover
Core topics featured throughout the curriculum:
- ✓ Real Estate Office Operations And Agency Representation
- ✓ Prospecting, Listing Presentations, And Buyer Psychology
- ✓ Pricing Property, Managing Escrow, And Financing Options
- ✓ Truth-In-Lending, Fair Housing Regulations, And Legal Compliance
Completing The Course:
Read any part of the textbook at your own pace (online or hardcopy). Fulfill modern DRE updates easily by reviewing the Implicit Bias PDF and completing the interactive Fair Housing Game module. Afterward, take your open-book final exam (100 multiple-choice questions, 60% to pass) with zero waiting time, and PRINT or DOWNLOAD your certificate immediately!
Included With Your Enrollment ($79 Value)
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(Updated for 2026)
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Developed by Donald Schwartz, backed by decades of proven real estate education expertise. - Flexible Access
Enjoy 1 full year of unlimited access to approximately 30 hours of comprehensive material. - Power Review Audio & Guide
Listen anytime with 10+ hours of exam review and Q&A analysis, paired with follow Along Power Review Guide (Hardcopy Available). - Practice Testing & Flashcards
Test your knowledge with roughly 750 auto-graded exam-style questions and MasterPrep Flashcards. - The Day Before The Exam
Quick-hit final prep featuring an 80-minute Lightning Review Audio and essential test taking strategies. - Private Tutor Access
Benefit from near 24/7 direct support and guidance from veteran Chief Instructor Don Schwartz.
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