At a Glance
- Hours: 75 (on top of your 77-hour salesperson course, for the 152 hours New York requires)
- Format: live on Zoom, Tuesday-Thursday at 9:00am, 1:30pm and 6:00pm
- Price: from $300 for the course and REEDC school exam
- State Fees: $15 exam + $185 license = $200
- Who Can Enroll: licensed salespersons with 2+ years experience (3,500 points), or 3+ years of general real estate experience (5,250 points)
- Age: 20 or older
Course Overview
The New York Real Estate Broker Licensing Course is your path to running your own brokerage and supervising a team of agents. Approved by the New York Department of State, the 75-hour program builds on your salesperson experience and is divided into sessions you can take in any order and at any time. You’ll deepen your knowledge of agency law, brokerage operations, finance, and the responsibilities that come with managing transactions and other agents.
To enroll, you must be a licensed salesperson with at least two years of qualifying experience.
Why choose REEDC for your broker licensing course?
- 100,000+ Graduates Licensed and Employed
- Start Any Session: The 75 Hours Run on a Rotating Schedule
- Live on Zoom: Tuesday–Thursday at 9:00am, 1:30pm and 6:00pm
- Lifetime Job Placement Assistance
- Classes available in Mandarin and Spanish at Select Locations (contact us for more info)
Key Topics Covered
As a broker, you’ll take on more responsibility; running a brokerage, supervising agents, and handling complex transactions. This 75-hour course builds on your salesperson foundation to prepare you for that step. Here’s a look at the key topics you’ll cover.
- Brokerage Operations & Management
- Supervising & Training Agents
- Broker Fiduciary Responsibilities
- Law of Agency (Broker Level)
- Real Estate License Law & Regulations
- Trust & Escrow Account Handling
- Independent Contractor Relationships
- Property Management
- General Business Law
- Advanced Real Estate Finance & Mortgages
- Real Estate Investment & Risk Analysis
- REITs, Syndication & 1031 Exchanges
- Commercial & Investment Properties
- Advanced Fair Housing & Fair Lending
- Construction & Development
- Environmental Issues
- Taxes & Assessments
- Condominiums & Cooperatives
Course Price
Starting at $300
Average rating 4.2 based on 39 reviews
- Duration: 75 Hours
- Level: Advanced (2+ years experience)
- Certification: Yes
- Format: Live on Zoom
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Average rating 4.2 based on 39 reviews
El H.
This recommendation is for Garry, one of the Property and Casualty Insurance Broker Pre-Licensing course instructors. He kept class interesting and fun and almost my whole class passed the exam the first time. He really seemed to care about his students and their comprehension of the material as opposed to just drilling the correct answers into us.
Jillian R.
At the time of writing this, I am about 75% done with my classes at REEDC and I am having such a great time that I felt compelled to write a review.
The instructor is very knowledgeable, funny and engaging. When you are there, you genuinely follow the material because it is taught so well.
Todd M.
I have just finished my course and exam here. I cannot say enough about this wonderful place! There is a great concern and devotion on the part of everyone there that your experience is positive and you are happy with your learning. Most impressive was the incredible effort put towards job placement, recruiting, and real world networking.
Jessie B.
The Property Casualty Insurance course was taught by Garry Smalley, a great instructor who engaged the class and made the whole experience worthwhile. Believe it or not, I remember laughing a few times in the class from some of the stories. I just got my license today! Passed on my first try, the course was more then enough if you are willing to study 1-2 hours a few nights a week
Paul L.
Just finished two weeks of classes, and I couldn’t be more pleased. The teacher, Greg is very impressive, having been in the field, and is a wealth of knowledge. He always has time to answer my many questions. I live in Brooklyn, and work in Manhattan, and if I don’t feel like coming into NY on weekends, I can go to their Brooklyn office, which works out well for me.
Susan M.
Our Real Estate Broker License Packages
Get your real estate broker’s license. You can enroll in our real estate broker course by selecting a package below:
Best Value
Broker Elite
$500
A value of $800+
- 75 Hour Broker Course
- 30 Hour Remedial Course (needed only if you took the old 45-hour salesperson course)
- 2 Hour Implicit Bias Class
- REEDC School Exam
- Course Textbook
- Study Guide
- Expert Training by Industry Professionals
Package
Broker Plus
$450
A value of $600+
- 75 Hour Broker Course
- 2 Hour Implicit Bias Class (needed if you took the 75-hour salesperson course)
- REEDC School Exam
- Course Textbook
- Study Guide
- Expert Training by Industry Professionals
- 1 Hour Coaching Session
Package
Broker Basic
$300
A value of $450+
- 75 Hour Broker Course
- 2 Hour Implicit Bias Class (needed if you took the 75-hour salesperson course)
- REEDC School Exam
- Expert Training by Industry Professionals
Helpful Links
How To Get Your New York Real Estate Broker License in 6 Steps
- Check your experience. You need two years as a licensed New York salesperson with 3,500 experience points, or three years of general real estate experience (or a mix) with 5,250 points. You must also be at least 20.
- Check your education adds up to 152 hours. New York requires 152 hours of qualifying education in total: your 77-hour salesperson course plus the 75-hour broker course. Took an older salesperson course? See the FAQ below for the extra class you’ll need.
- Complete the 75-hour broker course. Join REEDC’s live Zoom sessions, Tuesday through Thursday at 9:00am, 1:30pm or 6:00pm. Sessions rotate, so you can start with any one.
- Pass the REEDC school exam. After your 75 hours, sit REEDC’s proctored final exam. You need 70% to pass, and we report your completion to the Department of State.
- Pass the New York State broker exam. Book it through eAccessNY. It’s a 2.5-hour multiple-choice exam covering the full 152-hour curriculum, and costs $15 per attempt.
- Apply for your license. Submit your application and experience points through eAccessNY and pay the $185 fee. If you’re opening your own firm, get your business name approved by the Department of State before you file. The license is valid for two years.
What It Costs To Get Licensed
| Cost breakdown | Basic | Plus | EliteBest value |
|---|---|---|---|
| REEDC package | $300 | $450 | $500 |
| State exam per attempt | $15 | $15 | $15 |
| Broker license 2 years | $185 | $185 | $185 |
| Total to get licensed | $500 | $650 | $700 |
How Long It Takes
- Coursework: 75 hours of live Zoom sessions, Tuesday–Thursday at three start times. How fast you finish depends on how many sessions you take each week.
- State exam: book through eAccessNY as soon as you pass the REEDC exam. Seat availability varies by location.
- License: the Department of State reviews your application and experience points. If you're opening a firm, allow extra time for business name approval.
Pre-Licensing Requirements
Becoming a licensed real estate broker is the next step up from a salesperson license; it lets you work independently, open your own brokerage, and supervise a team of agents. To be eligible for a broker license in New York, an individual must:
- Possess a government-issued photo ID (such as a NYS Driver’s License or Non-Driver ID)
- Be at least 20 years of age
- Provide your Social Security or federal ID number on the state application (or a written explanation if you don’t have one)
- Be a licensed New York real estate salesperson with at least 2 years of experience, or 3 years of equivalent experience in the general real estate field
- Meet the New York State points requirement (3,500 points based on salesperson transactions, or 5,250 points through equivalent or combined real estate experience
- Complete 152 hours of qualifying education: your 77-hour salesperson course plus the 75-hour broker course (see the FAQs if you took an older course)
- Submit a signed student affidavit
- Pass REEDC’s in-person proctored final exam
- Pass the state broker exam ($15, 2.5 hours, multiple choice)
- Apply through eAccessNY ($185 for a two-year license)
*A criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify you; applications are reviewed individually*
Proctored Exam
To complete your 75-hour broker course, you must pass REEDC’s proctored final exam covering the full broker curriculum. You need a score of at least 70% to pass, and you get three attempts. The exam can be taken online with a remote proctor, so there’s no need to travel. Our instructors make sure you’re well prepared before exam day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a salesperson and a broker?
A salesperson works under a sponsoring broker and can’t operate independently. A broker can run their own brokerage, hold escrow funds and supervise agents, or work as an associate broker within another firm.
How much does it cost to get a broker license in New York?
REEDC’s broker course starts at $300. New York adds $15 for the state exam and $185 for the two-year license, so the total starts at $500.
What experience do I need?
Two years as a licensed New York salesperson with at least 3,500 experience points, or three years of general real estate experience (or a combination) with at least 5,250 points. You must also be 20 or older.
How do the experience points work?
You earn points for transactions and activities, such as sales, leases and property management, and list them on your broker application. Your sponsoring broker can help you document them.
I took an older salesperson course. What do I need?
New York requires 152 qualifying hours in total. If you took the 77-hour salesperson course, you need the 75-hour broker course. If you took the 75-hour salesperson course, add a 2-hour fair housing or implicit bias class. If you took the 45-hour salesperson course, you also need the 30-hour salesperson remedial course. If you already took the old 45-hour broker course, you need the 32-hour broker remedial course instead.
Do my old courses expire?
The 77-hour and 75-hour salesperson courses and the 30-hour remedial course are valid for 8 years from completion. After that, they must be retaken.
What's the state broker exam like?
It’s a 2.5-hour multiple-choice exam based on the full 152-hour curriculum. You book it through eAccessNY and pay $15 per attempt.
How soon can I start?
As soon as you meet the experience requirement. Live Zoom sessions run Tuesday through Thursday at 9:00am, 1:30pm and 6:00pm, and you can start with any session.
Do I have to open my own brokerage?
No. Many new brokers stay at their current firm as an associate broker, and open their own office later. If you do open a firm, your business name must be approved by the Department of State before you apply.