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Real Estate Broker
Total cost: $960
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150 hrs
Pre-License Hours
4 yrs
Experience Required
Yes
Exam Required
12 hrs
CE Hours
$960
Total Fees
Permitted
Dual Agency
Broker Pre-License Education
Mostly verifiedPre-License Hours
150 hours
College Degree Required
No
Approved Providers
Louisiana-approved real estate schools, colleges, and online providers
Additional Broker Courses
Additional broker-specific courses in management, supervision, and advanced real estate topics required beyond salesperson education
Course Topics
Real estate broker education requirements include pre-license coursework covering topics such as real estate law, brokerage management, contracts, finance, and ethics. Some states require a college degree in addition to pre-license hours, while others accept equivalent experience.
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Start with the salesperson license
Broker licensing in Louisiana typically requires completing your salesperson (real estate agent) license first and practicing for 4 years before you can sit for the broker exam. The pre-licensing courses below are the recommended starting point on the path to a broker license.
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Agent Experience & Transaction History
Mostly verifiedAgent Experience Required
Prior real estate sales agent experience
4 yrs
Min Years as Agent
Most states require a period of active experience as a licensed real estate sales agent before qualifying for a broker license. Some states use a points-based system or require a minimum number of closed transactions as an alternative or additional requirement.
State Broker Exam
Mostly verifiedState Broker Exam Required
Real estate broker licensing examination
Multiple-choice; national and state-specific portions
Format
PSI
Provider
70%
Passing Score
$85
Exam Fee
Exam Sections
The real estate broker exam typically includes both a national portion covering general real estate principles and a state-specific portion covering local laws and regulations. Exams are usually administered by third-party providers such as PSI or Pearson VUE at authorized testing centers.
Overall licensing difficulty: 8/100
Study recommendation: 1–2 weeks of focused review is usually sufficient
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Real Estate Broker Exam
Passing Score
70%
Format
Multiple-choice; national and state-specific portions
Administered By
PSI
Key Topics Covered
Cost of failing
Retake fee: $85Invest in preparation to pass the first time.
How long should you study? Most candidates study 2–4 weeks before taking the Real Estate Broker Exam.
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Broker Practice Capabilities
VerifiedYes
Independent Practice
Yes
Supervise Agents
Yes
Operate Brokerage
Yes
Property Management
Yes
Escrow Handling
Yes
Dual Agency
Yes
Designated Agency
Restricted Activities
Real estate brokers have a broader scope of practice than sales agents, including the ability to operate their own brokerage, supervise agents, and handle escrow funds. Dual agency (representing both buyer and seller) and designated agency rules vary significantly by state.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee VERIFY against current LREC fee schedule. Per StateRequirement: $165 fee with broker license application. Kept at $100 pending human verification. | $100 |
Exam Fee Paid to PSI | $85 |
License Fee VERIFY against lrec.gov/become-licensed/broker fees schedule. Kept at $110 pending human verification. | $110 |
E&O Insurance VERIFY. Per LREC and realestatebees: ~$143/year via LREC group policy (RISC Continental Casualty Company), prorated by month — $136 January, decreasing $11/month, $17 December. Independent coverage permitted with submitted Independent E&O Coverage form. E&O Insurance is REQUIRED for all active LA licensees. | $200 |
MLS Fees MLS membership varies by local association | $400 |
Renewal Fee VERIFY against LREC current fee schedule. Kept at $135 pending human verification. | $135 |
Total Initial Fees Includes application, exam, license, E&O insurance, and MLS fees | $960 |
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Renewal & CE Requirements
Mostly verified1 year (annual; deadline December 31)
Renewal Period
12 hrs
CE Hours Required
45 hours of post-license education required within 180 days of initial/upgraded license date per LREC. May be used to satisfy a portion of the 12-hour annual CE in the year completed; does NOT satisfy the mandatory course topic(s).
Post-License Education
Required CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$135
VERIFY against LREC current fee schedule.
Regulatory Board
Broker licenses must be renewed on schedule with the state real estate commission. Continuing education typically covers topics such as ethics, fair housing, agency law, and state-specific legal updates. Some states also require post-license education within the first renewal period.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedDoes Not Accept Out-of-State Credentials
Endorsement Available
Yes
ARELLO Certification
Accepted
Reciprocal States
Reciprocity Requirements
Real estate broker reciprocity agreements allow brokers licensed in one state to obtain a license in another state with reduced requirements. ARELLO (Association of Real Estate License Law Officials) certification may be accepted in some states. Requirements typically include passing the state-specific portion of the broker exam.
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Louisiana requires 150 hours of broker pre-license education with the 30-hour Real Estate 202 course (LA License Law, Commission Rules, Law of Agency, Civil Law) MANDATORY and not substitutable. Annual license renewal (Dec 31 expiration) — one of only a few states with annual rather than biennial renewal. 45 hours of Post-License Education required within 180 days of initial licensure. 4 hours of LREC Mandatory course topic required each year (2026: 'Broker Leadership & Compliance'). Background check via IdentoGO service code 27N4TH per Act 553 of 2022. E&O Insurance via LREC group policy is prorated monthly.
Louisiana requires 150 hours of broker pre-license education (Real Estate 101 90hr foundational + Real Estate 201 30hr + Real Estate 202 30hr MANDATORY — Louisiana License Law, Commission Rules, Law of Agency, Civil Law).
Real Estate 202 (30 hrs) is MANDATORY and cannot be substituted. Up to 120 hours of out-of-state coursework may be credited (with LREC pre-approval) but the 30-hour LA-specific course cannot be substituted.
Experience: 4 years total as licensed real estate licensee, with 2 of the 4 years occurring immediately preceding submission of broker license application.
Annual license renewal cycle (December 31 expiration each year) — one of only a few states with annual rather than biennial renewal.
12 CE hours required per year, including 4 hours mandatory topic specified by LREC. 2026 Broker Mandatory topic: 'Broker Leadership & Compliance'.
45 hours of Post-License Education required within 180 days of initial/upgraded license date. May satisfy a portion of the annual 12-hour CE in the year completed; does NOT satisfy mandatory course topic.
Background check required via IdentoGO service code 27N4TH per Act 553 of 2022 Regular Legislative Session ($49 fee).
E&O Insurance required — LREC group policy (RISC Continental Casualty Company) is prorated monthly (~$136 January, decreasing $11/month, $17 December). Independent coverage permitted with submitted Independent E&O Coverage form.
Independent broker may conduct activity through broker license alone; if conducting through company (Corporation, Partnership, LLC), the company must also be issued a separate Louisiana real estate license.
Dual agency is permitted with proper disclosure in Louisiana.
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Louisiana requires 150 hours of pre-license education and 4 years of agent experience for broker licensure. A state broker exam is required. All licensing is managed through the Louisiana Real Estate Commission.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state real estate commission.