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Thursday, July 30, 2015

"One Hour Into Class with the Other Guys"--Florida Real Estate School

I'm sure you've all seen the "One hour into drinking a Coke" infographic floating around today. So we decided to make a "One hour into real estate education" infographic of our own.




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



Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Thank you to all of our loyal fans!



Thanks to our Facebook fans for bringing us to the 900 Like mark. Next stop: 1000 fans!

Join the party on our Facebook if you haven't already: https://www.facebook.com/LarsonEducationalServices

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


Monday, July 27, 2015

Florida Broker Pre-License Course

Fort Myers Real Estate School

72 Hour Broker Pre-License Course (CLASSROOM)

Credit hours: 72  
Tuition: $439 - course materials included
DBPR Licensed Florida Real Estate School License #ZH1002299
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.
We also have an online Broker Licensing Course if you are unable to attend our classroom courses in Southwest Florida.

2015 Dates and Times

Weekday Classes: 9 days from 8:30am to 4:30pm
WEEK 1: Monday-Friday, WEEK 2: Monday-Wednesday and Final Exam on Friday at 1pm
Weekend Classes: 9 days from 8:30am to 4:30pm
WEEKENDS 1-4: Saturday-Sunday, WEEKEND 5: Final Exam on Saturday at 1pm
Evening Classes: 17 evenings from 6:15pm-9:45pm
WEEKS 1-4: Monday-Thursday, WEEK 5: Final Exam on Tuesday at 6:15pm
August 3-7, 10-14 (Weekday) Fort Myers
September 19-20, 26-27, Oct 3-4, 10-11, 17 (Weekend) Fort Myers
October 12-16, 19-23 (Weekday) Naples
October 19-22, 26-29, Nov 2-5, 9-12, 17 (Evening) Fort Myers
November 30-Dec 4, 7-11 (Weekday) Naples

All Broker's Courses are not the same! Larson Educational Services is the Real Estate School of Choice in Southwest Florida! We teach more licensees and offer more pre-licensing class dates than all the other SWFL real estate schools combined!
The Florida 72 Hour Broker Pre-License Course at Larson Educational Services is the required 72 hour course to obtain your Florida Real Estate Broker License. It is designed to teach the information you need to pass the state exam and also give you important information about how to be a good broker. We take an in-depth look at all of the Florida real estate laws and regulations. Within the course materials, we also include sample questions and practice exams for both the Course Final Exam and the State Licensing Exam for no additional charge! 
If you want an online option for practicing questions and answers, check out our Broker State Exam Tutor.
Topics Include:
  • Real estate brokerage
  • Office management
  • Disciplinary process
  • Business appraisal
  • Contracts & financing
  • Federal taxes
  • Zoning & planning
  • Property management
  • Escrow management
  • Real estate valuation
  • Brokerage relationships
  • Closing the transaction
  • Investment real estate
  • Environmental concerns
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
3073 Horseshoe Drive South,
Suite 122,
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 344-7510

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

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

Thursday, July 23, 2015

LarsonEd Public Speaking Tutorial Pt. 1 Video--Florida Real Estate School

Florida Real Estate School

Check out part one of our public speaking tutorial videos!




About Larson Educational Services:
Utilizing 30 years of real estate training and professional education experience, Florida real estate school Larson Educational Services is the premier provider of Florida real estate licensing, exam preparation, post-licensing, CAM licensing, mortgage loan originator licensing, and continuing education in Southwest Florida. Classes are available in Fort Myers, Naples, Sarasota, and online.

Brad Larson
Larson Educational Services
1400 Colonial Blvd. Suite 44
Fort Myers, FL 33907
239-344-7510
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Tuesday, July 21, 2015

LarsonEd’s Mini Public Speaking Tutorial Part 1

LarsonEd’s Mini Public Speaking Tutorial Part 1


Welcome to part 1 in Florida real estate school Larson Educational Services’ 3-part series on successful public speaking!

Florida real estate school

Public speaking is a necessary skill for every professional, but real estate professionals especially must be adept speakers because garnering trust and confidence will help you increase your sales. In this part we are going to focus on the eye and how successful public speakers present themselves visually.

The Eye Factor

  1. The first step to establishing trust and credibility is to “speak” to the listeners’ eyes. Choreograph what they SEE!
    • Dress appropriately. Concentrate especially around the face and the feet
    • Arrive at least 30 minutes early
    • Double check to be sure that supplies and equipment are in place and working
    • Use the wide felt-tipped markers (primarily blue and black) to write your name on the whiteboard
    • List the schedule on the board, including break times

  1. Upright posture and natural movement convey confidence. Stand tall with shoulders back and stomach in. Practice standing in the “ready” position – lean forward, flex knees, balls of your feet, hands and arms forward.
    • Exude confidence when you greet people. Look in their eyes
    • Make friends with the back row
Florida Real Estate School

  1. Smile a warm smile and use open gestures as you lay out the ground rules.
    • Start the presentation on time
    • Welcome the audience and introduce yourself. Answer the question “Why should I listen to you?”
    • Make sure everyone is “on the right plane”

Follow this advice to better present yourself  as an adept public speaker. Check back next time for part 2!

About Larson Educational Services:
The Best Florida real estate schoolUtilizing 30 years of real estate training and professional education experience, Florida real estate school Larson Educational Services is the premier provider of Florida real estate licensing, exam preparation, post-licensing, CAM licensing, mortgage loan originator licensing, and continuing education in Southwest Florida. Classes are available in Fort Myers, Naples, Sarasota, and online.


Brad Larson
Larson Educational Services
1400 Colonial Blvd. Suite 44
Fort Myers, FL 33907
info@LarsonEd.com
239-344-7510
www.LarsonEd.com
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Thursday, July 16, 2015

Florida Real Estate School LarsonEd is Hiring!



Florida real estate school LarsonEd is Hiring!

Naples Campus Administrator


Job Description 
Naples Campus Administrator
We are searching for the right individual to assist us with the part-time administration of our NEW 3,200 sq foot Naples campus located at Marquesa Plaza at 13040 Livingston Rd., Suite 12 (the intersection of Livingston and Pine Ridge Road).
Primary function:
To assist in facilitating a company culture of creating AMAZING experiences for our customers by providing excellent customer service and assisting in marketing of the business through professional and courteous interactions with current and prospective customers. We absolutely LOVE what we do at Larson Educational Services because it is FUN! We need a teammate who wants to share in the FUN!
Candidate Requirements:
  • Trustworthy and honest - will handle cash and credit card payments
  • Flexible availability - our course schedule varies on a monthly basis so the work hours will be different every month.
    • Hours will vary from 20-50 hours per month
    • Work hours will typically be early morning (7:00am - 9:00am) and early evening (5:00pm - 7:00pm)
  • Excellent communication skills - we are in contact with our administrators by phone and email
  • Excellent customer services skills - our administrators are the everyday greeters to our students and our students appreciate a happy, smiling face saying hello to them
Details:
  1. $13-$15 per hour depending on experience
  2. Free tuition for LarsonEd courses
  3. Opportunities to grow into a full-time position are definitely available.
  4. Work with a small family-owned business that employs people who love what they do!

Core areas of responsibility:

Administrative
  1. Manage class opening procedures for the first day of class, including checking in students, handing out course materials, answering student questions.
  2. Open classrooms hour prior to each class day and make sure classrooms are prepared for students and instructor.
Facility and Inventory
  1. Manage professional appearance of classroom, including layout of chairs and tables, computer, whiteboards, etc.
  2. Manage classroom materials inventory for items such as markers, pencils, calculators, scratch paper, whiteboard cleaner, paper towels, Kleenex, etc.
  3. Manage course materials inventory for items like books, exam booklets, exam answer sheets, handouts, etc.
  4. Light cleaning duties
Customer Service
  1. Manage student registration process on first day of class.
  2. Coordinate with Fort Myers staff for no-shows and customer service phone calls that may need to be made.
  3. Availability to answer student questions or coordinate with Fort Myers staff to get answers to students.
Please follow these instructions to be considered for an interview:
  • Email a COVER LETTER and RESUME to Amanda Larson -amanda@larsoned.com.
  • Indicate the position title you're applying for in your COVER LETTER
  • The subject of the email should be "I'm the smiling face you're looking for!"
  • Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. We plan on hiring before the end of July.


PART-TIME Customer Experience Team Member



Become one of the
Larson Crew
Job Description 
Part-Time Customer Experience Team Member
Primary function:
To assist in facilitating a company culture of creating AMAZING experiences for our customers, including answering and directing phone calls, answering inbound student emails, providing excellent customer service and assisting in marketing of the business through professional and courteous interactions with current and prospective customers. We absolutely LOVE what we do at Larson Educational Services because it is FUN! We need a teammate who wants to share in the FUN!
This is an entry-level position with room to grow professionally with a fast-paced, growing family owned business.
Candidate Requirements:
  • Have at least 1 year of customer service experience
  • Have at least 1 year of experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Have a college degree
Ideal candidates:
  • Recent college graduates
  • Hospitality professionals
  • Teachers
  • Salespersons
Details:
  1. $13 per hour
  2. 5 hours per day, Monday through Friday from 12pm-5pm.
  3. Based out of our Fort Myers corporate office
  4. Opportunities to grow into a full-time position are definitely available.
  5. Work with a small family-owned business that employs people who love what they do!
Please follow these instructions to be considered for an interview:
  • Email a COVER LETTER and RESUME to Amanda Larson -amanda@larsoned.com.
  • Indicate the position title you're applying for in your COVER LETTER
  • The subject of the email should be "I'm the smiling face you're looking for!"
  • Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. We plan on hiring before the end of July.
About Larson Educational Services:
Family-owned and operated Florida real estate school Larson Educational Services has had its doors open in Fort Myers since November 2008, but the beginnings of the business date back to the 1970's.

Rick Larson,  Larson Educational Services co-founder and manager, opened a real estate education company in 1979 in St. Paul, Minnesota, called PROSOURCE Educational Services. The business grew to include real estate, mortgage, appraisal, insurance, securities, contractor, home inspection and computer education.

In 2001, Rick, along with his partner, Joe Coyne, sold the business to Kaplan Professional Schools, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Washington Post. 

He and his instructors have assisted more than 500,000 professionals to pass their exams and achieve their career goals in real estate, real estate appraisal, residential construction, insurance and mortgage loan origination. 

In 2007, two of Rick's five sons, David and Brad Larson, approached Rick and talked of starting up a family-owned education company. The only place they talked of operating the business was in Southwest Florida where they had spent countless winter breaks vacationing from school.

After finding a great location to build two classrooms in  Royal Palm Square Shopping Center in Fort Myers in early 2008, Larson Educational Services offered its first Florida Real Estate Licensing class in November 2008, and has since added many new classes and has become very involved in all of the Southwest Florida communities. In March 2010, the Larson's expanded by adding an additional classroom location at  Horseshoe Park of Commerce in Naples, just North of the Naples Municipal Airport, and in February 2011, the Larson's began offering courses in Sarasota at the  SpringHill Suites, across the street from the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.




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

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

New Photos from Pluto Prove that EVERYONE Loves LarsonEd

Florida Real Estate School
heart emoticon Larson
Have you seen the new photos of Pluto from the New Horizons spacecraft?
There seems to be some sort of heart shape on the distant dwarf planet, along with some other very interesting graffiti.
Looks like we're loved all the way to the distant reaches of the solar system.

About Larson Educational Services:
Family-owned and operated Florida real estate school Larson Educational Services has had its doors open in Fort Myers since November 2008, but the beginnings of the business date back to the 1970's.

Rick Larson,  Larson Educational Services co-founder and manager, opened a real estate education company in 1979 in St. Paul, Minnesota, called PROSOURCE Educational Services. The business grew to include real estate, mortgage, appraisal, insurance, securities, contractor, home inspection and computer education.

In 2001, Rick, along with his partner, Joe Coyne, sold the business to Kaplan Professional Schools, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Washington Post. 

He and his instructors have assisted more than 500,000 professionals to pass their exams and achieve their career goals in real estate, real estate appraisal, residential construction, insurance and mortgage loan origination. 

In 2007, two of Rick's five sons, David and Brad Larson, approached Rick and talked of starting up a family-owned education company. The only place they talked of operating the business was in Southwest Florida where they had spent countless winter breaks vacationing from school.

After finding a great location to build two classrooms in  Royal Palm Square Shopping Center in Fort Myers in early 2008, Larson Educational Services offered its first Florida Real Estate Licensing class in November 2008, and has since added many new classes and has become very involved in all of the Southwest Florida communities. In March 2010, the Larson's expanded by adding an additional classroom location at  Horseshoe Park of Commerce in Naples, just North of the Naples Municipal Airport, and in February 2011, the Larson's began offering courses in Sarasota at the  SpringHill Suites, across the street from the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.

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

Monday, July 13, 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
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

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

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