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Thursday, April 30, 2015

Florida Real Estate School LarsonEd May Newsletter

Best of Business 2015 Survey

Would you be willing to nominate LarsonEd?

Deadline to vote is May 8, 2015. Gulfshore Business Magazine is publishing a "Best of Business" issue in August and we would greatly appreciate your vote for the Best Family-Owned Business category. We are incredibly honored and proud that we won in 2013 and we were first runner up in 2014! With your help, we'd like to make it to the top again in 2015. Click the following link then go to #17 and write in "Larson Educational Services"....but only if you think we deserve it!
CLICK HERE TO VOTE
As always, thank you for making Larson Educational Services your School of Choice! ~ Brad Larson

LarsonEd Videos

Check out some great tips we share in our videos and look for more videos in our next newsletter:

Open House Tips Part 1

Open House Tips Part 2

Community Association Manager (CAM) Licensing Course

A Florida CAM License is required when managing an association of more than 10 units and/or has an annual budget in excess of $100,000. Types of properties that hire CAM License holders are mobile home parks, planned unit developments, homeowners associations, cooperatives, timeshares, condominiums, or other residential units which are authorized to impose a fee that may become a lien on the parcel.
Typical responsibilities of a Florida CAM Licensee are:
  1. controlling or disbursing association funds;
  2. determining how or when to prepare budgets or other financial documents for an association;
  3. determining how or when to provide notice of meetings or to conduct association meetings;
  4. maintaining and/or having authorization to spend association petty cash;
  5. coordinating maintenance for the residential development; and
  6. performing other day-to-day services involved with the operation of a community association.
Time: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Tuition: $269
View our schedule online
Weekday, Weekend schedules available in Fort Myers, Naples and Sarasota. Classes are conducted over 2 days of class (Thursday and Friday or Saturday and Sunday)
View 2015 Schedule

Property Manager Designation Course

Take the next step in your career and earn the Certified Florida Residential Manager™ (CFRM) designation at Florida real estate school LarsonEd! In this power-packed course, you will learn the practical and legal aspects of leasing and managing single-family and small residential investment properties.
This course is approved for 11 Hours of Real Estate Continuing Education, and we're also including the 3 Hour Florida Core Law Course so that you can complete your license renewal requirement in just 2 days of class!
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuition: $169
UPCOMING DATES AND LOCATIONS
April 30 and May 1
Fort Myers - Thu and Fri
REGISTER NOW
October 1 and 2
Fort Myers - Thu and Fri
REGISTER NOW

Real Estate Broker Licensing Course

 
Are you thinking about getting your Florida Real Estate Broker License? We've made easier and more practical for you to accomplish your goal by offering more Broker classes with greater schedule flexibility in 2015.
We now offer the Broker Pre-Licensing Course in a WeekdayWeekend or Evening schedule in both Fort Myers and Naples.
Even if you don't plan on opening your own brokerage, this might be the next step in your career. The course not only covers exactly what you need to know for the state exam, but also goes into detail on the following topics:
  • Office management
  • Disciplinary process
  • Business appraisal
  • Contracts & financing
  • Property management
  • Escrow management
  • Real estate valuation
  • Brokerage relationships
  • Investment real estate
Time: Weekday and Weekend 8:30am - 4:30pm, Evening 6:15pm - 9:45pm
Tuition: $459
UPCOMING DATES AND LOCATIONS
May 16-17, 30-31, June 6-7, 13-14, 20
Naples - Weekend
REGISTER NOW
June 1-5, 8-12
Fort Myers - Weekday
REGISTER NOW
July 20-24, 27-31
Naples - Weekday
REGISTER NOW
View 2015 Schedule

14 Hour Real Estate CE Package

Remember, there is NO TEST when you attend a classroom continuing education class! As always, if you have questions about your education requirements or need us to check your renewal date, just call us at (239) 344-7510 and speak with a friendly LarsonEd representative. After your initial license renewal, this course is required every 2 years to renew your real estate license.
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuition: $99
UPCOMING DATES AND LOCATIONS
June 3 and 5
Naples - Wed and Fri
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July 15 and 17
Fort Myers - Wed and Fri
REGISTER NOW

Sales Associate Post-Licensing

The class is held over 5 days and must be completed within 2 years of your initial license date.*Passing of a class final exam is required.* 
Although the state says you have up to 2 years to complete this course after obtaining your Florida Sales Associate license, we recommend attending this course within the first 2 months of being licensed. Why? Because this course lays the foundation for you to conduct the practical side of the business - finding sellersproperly pricingmarketingfinding buyers,negotiating and more!
Time: 8:30am - 5:00pm (6:15pm - 10:00pm evenings)
Tuition: $249 books and exam prep included
UPCOMING DATES AND LOCATIONS
May 29, 30, 31, Jun 6, 7 
Fort Myers - Weekend
REGISTER NOW
June 1-4, 8-11, 15-16
Fort Myers - Evening
REGISTER NOW
July 17, 18, 19, 25, 26
Naples - Weekend
REGISTER NOW
View 2015 Schedule

1-Day Real Estate Exam Prep CourseExam Prep photo

Do you still need to pass your State Exam?

The current pass rate for real estate exam takers in Florida is less than 50%. Don’t become a statistic as one of the thousands of applicants each year who never pass their state test or get their license. The course features in-class testing, high-impact review of exam content, and sample questions and answers. View some positive testimonials on our LarsonEd Facebook Page.
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuition: $99 includes Exam Prep workbook, practice questions and sample exams
UPCOMING DATES AND LOCATIONS
Saturday, May 16
Fort Myers - Weekend
REGISTER NOW
Friday, May 22
Naples - Weekday
REGISTER NOW
Tuesday, June 16 
Fort Myers - Weekday
REGISTER NOW
View 2015 Schedule

Other Courses at Florida Real Estate School LarsonEd

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Brad Larson
Larson Educational Services
1400 Colonial Blvd., Suite 44
Fort Myers, Florida 33907
239-344-7510
www.LarsonEd.com

Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Fort Myers Real Estate School

Fort Myers Real Estate School


At family-owned real estate school, Larson Educational Services (License #ZH1002299), you can complete the steps necessary to obtain your Florida Real Estate License in as little as 30 days. Because our course has a modular format, you can actually mix-and-match dates and locations if you need flexible scheduling. Just contact us and we'll help you put a schedule together. We have real estate courses in Ft. Myers and Naples starting soon, or you can complete the course online. WEEKDAY and WEEKEND class times are 8:30am - 4:30pm. EVENING class times are 6:15pm - 9:45pm.

2015 Dates and Times

May 4-8, 11-13 (Weekday) Fort Myers
May 11-15, 18-20 (Weekday) Naples
May 16-17, 30-31, June 6-7, 13-14 (Weekend) Naples
May 18-21, 26-29, June 1-4, 8-11 (Evening) Naples
June 1-5, 8-10 (Weekday) Fort Myers
June 8-12, 15-17 (Weekday) Naples
July 13-16, 20-23, 27-30, Aug 3-6 (Evening) Fort Myers
July 13-17, 20-22 (Weekday) Fort Myers
July 18-19, 25-26, Aug 1-2, 8-9 (Weekend) Fort Myers
July 20-24, 27-29 (Weekday) Naples
August 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23 (Weekend) Fort Myers
August 3-7, 10-12 (Weekday) Fort Myers
August 3-6, 10-13, 17-20, 24-27 (Evening) Fort Myers
August 10-14, 17-19 (Weekday) Naples
August 17-21, 24-26 (Weekday) Fort Myers
September 14-18, 21-23 (Weekday) Fort Myers
September 19-20, 26-27, Oct 3-4, 10-11 (Weekend) Fort Myers
September 21-25, 28-30 (Weekday) Naples
September 28-Oct 1, 5-8, 12-15, 19-22 (Evening) Naples
October 5-9, 12-14 (Weekday) Fort Myers
October 12-16, 19-21 (Weekday) Naples
October 17-18, 24-25, 31-Nov 1, 7-8 (Weekend) Naples
October 19-22, 26-29, Nov 2-5, 9-12 (Evening) Fort Myers
November 2-6, 9-11 (Weekday) Fort Myers
November 30-Dec 4, 7-9 (Weekday) Fort Myers
November 30-Dec 4, 7-9 (Weekday) Naples

Tuition is $359 and includes your course materials. You can even attend any portion of the course again for review for no additional charge.

If you would like additional information about getting started, take a look at our Step-By-Step Licensing Guide or view our Real Estate Broker Connection page to view information about companies that are hiring newly licensed Sales Associates.

To register, please call a friendly Larson representative at (239) 344-7510 or REGISTER ONLINE. You can even register for the class today and pay for it later. We take registrations all the way up to the first day of class.


Brad Larson
Larson Educational Services
Royal Palm Square
1400 Colonial Blvd, Suite 44
Fort Myers, FL 33907
(239) 344-7510

Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Florida Sales Associate Post-License Course

Fort Myers Real Estate School

Florida 45 Hour Sales Associate Post-License Course (CLASSROOM)

Credit hours: 45
DBPR Licensed Florida Real Estate School License #ZH1002299
Tuition: $249 - course materials included

2015 Dates and Times

Weekend Classes:  Five days, Friday through Sunday the first weekend, and Saturday and Sunday the second weekend from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Weekday Classes:  Five days, Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Monday and Wednesday the following week from 8:30am to 5:00pm
Evening Classes:  Ten evenings, Monday through Thursday the first two weeks and Monday and Tuesday the third week from 6:15pm to 10:00pm


May 4, 6, 8, 11, 13 (Weekday)Fort Myers
May 29, 30, 31, Jun 6, 7 (Weekend)Fort Myers
June 1-4, 8-11, 15-16 (Evening)Fort Myers
July 17, 18, 19, 25, 26 (Weekend)Naples
July 27, 29, 31, Aug 3, 5 (Weekday)Fort Myers
August 17, 19, 21, 24, 26 (Weekday)Naples
September 14-17, 21-24, 28-29 (Evening)Fort Myers
September 18, 19, 20, 26, 27 (Weekend)Naples
October 5, 7, 9, 12, 14 (Weekday)Fort Myers
October 26, 28, 30, Nov 2, 4 (Weekday)Naples
November 6, 7, 8, 14, 15 (Weekend)Fort Myers
December 4, 5, 6, 12, 13 (Weekend)Fort Myers

Although the state says you have up to 2 years to complete this course after obtaining your Florida Sales Associate license, we recommend attending this course within the first 2 months of being licensed. Why? Because this course lays the foundation for you to conduct the practical side of the business -finding sellers, properly pricing, marketing, finding buyers, negotiating and more!
In the Florida 45 Hour Sales Associate Post-License Course at Larson Educational Services, you’ll sharpen your skills in every aspect of listing and selling. You’ll learn how to professionally prepare and present a comparative market analysis that separates you from the competition. You’ll discover techniques to increase your percentage of listings sold. You’ll learn strategies to demonstrate and reinforce pricing decisions. And you’ll learn all about marketing, real estate technology and building an internet presence that gets you found online!
Topics Include:
  • Career development
  • Discrimination laws
  • Prospecting for listings
  • The listing presentation
  • Working with buyers
  • Writing and presenting offers
  • Financing the purchase
  • Investment property
  • Risk management
  • Business planning
  • Proper pricing
  • Listing contracts
  • Sales contracts
  • Mortgage alternatives
  • Closing the transaction
  • Property management
Not ready to pay for your course, but want to hold your seat?
That's ok! We accept unpaid registrations online or by phone.
Your tuition will be due on the first day of class.

Call us today with any questions.

(239) 344-7510

Larson Educational Services
1400 Colonial Blvd. Suite 44
Fort Myers, FL 33907
info@LarsonEd.com239-344-7510
www.larsoned.comGoogle

Thursday, April 23, 2015

Florida Real Estate School Continuing Education

Florida Real Estate School

Continuing Education


After completing the 45 hours of post-license education, you are required to complete 14 hours of Florida real estate continuing education during every two-year license period thereafter.

Three of the 14 hours must be on Florida Core Law topics. You can take ourFlorida Core Law course separately or as part of a 14 hour course.
View all of Florida real estate Larson Educational Services' continuing education courses in Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Sarasota, Online or download our 14 Hour eBook.

Post-License Requirement

After you obtain your Florida Real Estate License, you must complete post-licensing education prior to your license renewal date. If you have a Sales Associate license, you must complete 45 hours of post-licensing education. If you have a Broker license, you must complete 60 hours of post-licensing education.
Your license renewal date is between 18 and 24 months after you receive your initial Florida Real Estate License.
If you haven't completed your post-licensing requirement yet, click the following link Post-Licensing Course Information or view some of ourFrequently Asked Questions.
How do I renew my license once I have completed my Florida Real Estate Continuing Education?
Larson Educational Services will submit your continuing education hours to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) electronically. You will need to keep your Course Completion Certificates as proof of your completion.
Prior to your license expiration date, you will need to click on the link below and follow the directions to renew your license.
 
Brad Larson
Florida Real Estate School Larson Educational Services
1400 Colonial Blvd, Suite 44
Fort Myers, Florida
33907
239-344-7510

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

CFRM from Florida Real Estate School LarsonEd

Florida Real Estate School

Certified Florida Residential Manager Designation Course


Tuition: $169
Credit Hours: 14 CE Credit Hours
(Florida Core Law and Course Manual included)
In this power-packed course, students will learn the practical and legal aspects of leasing and managing single-family and small residential investment properties. The course includes detailed coverage of 15 property management laws, including -Residential Landlord and Tenant ActProperty Management Escrow Accounts, and Vacation Rentals.
Additionally, this program will help students with the issues of leasing and managing residential properties. You will be introduced to the roles of a property manager including:
    • Planning and analysis
    • Advertising and marketing
    • Screening tenants
    • Negotiating leases
    • Collecting rent
    • Maintaining the premises
    • Supervising security
    • Obtaining insurance
    • Keeping accurate records

Course Dates and Times

WEEKDAY CLASS: 2 days, Thu and Fri, 9:00am - 5:00pm
April 30 and May 1 (Weekday)Fort Myers - Suite 39
October 1 and 2 (Weekday)Fort Myers
Brad Larson
Larson Educational Services
1400 Colonial Blvd., Suite 44
Fort Myers, Florida 33907
239-344-7510
http://www.larsoned.com/realestate/

Thursday, April 16, 2015

Florida Real Estate School Broker Connection

Florida Real Estate School

Real Estate Broker Connection

DISCLAIMER:
Larson Educational Services DOES NOT specifically endorse or recommend any of the companies listed below. The Participating Brokers listed have no affiliation whatsoever with Larson Educational Services.
Please contact these brokers directly to discuss real estate careers in Florida (Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Marco Island). These brokers have expressed interest in hiring newly licensed and experienced sales associates. View more information about obtaining a Florida real estate license.
Are you a broker, recruiter or manager looking to get your information on this page? Please contact Amanda Larson directly at (239) 344-7510.

Participating Brokers