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Right now is an incredible time in the real estate industry. The market is more competitive than ever. Brokerage firms need to hire talented agents to keep up with consumer demand. Position yourself for success by receiving the best real estate education from one of the longest running Real Estate Schools in New Jersey.

Don’t settle for anything less!

The Real Estate School was founded in 1976 and purchased by Donald R. Haven, Sr. in the early 1990s. Don was a teacher at the school at the time of purchase and ran the school with his wife, Earlen for many years. In 2005, Don's daughter Kelby joined the family business as an instructor and course developer until 2023, when she became the school director. Throughout the years, the family's philosophy has never wavered and their vision has never changed: to deliver the best possible education in a truly independent environment with the highest level of integrity and transparency.

The Real Estate School has specialized in real estate education in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for over 40 years. We are not a generic, one-size-fits-all "national provider." We are not one of the many broker-owned schools that popped-up during the pandemic. We have no ulterior motive because we are not owned by or affiliated with any one real estate franchise or brokerage company. Our only goal is to ensure that students receive the best possible start in their real estate career at the brokerage that is the best fit for their personal situation and career goals. Remember, we work equally with many different brokerage companies looking to hire our graduates. That’s what makes us truly unique and different from other schools.

We can connect you with local Brokers

Our students have the opportunity to attend events hosted by many different real estate brokerage companies looking to hire new agents. Start-up costs, commission splits and ongoing fees charged by real estate companies vary tremendously, as do levels of training and support offered to new agents. These factors have a tremendous impact on your success – and on how much money you make. Some companies charge thousands of dollars in fees every year, whether or not you ever earn a dime – but many do not! We can help you make an informed decision before you sign a contract with any brokerage.

We offer 5 to 6 Recruiting Events every month with different brokerage companies who are looking to hire our graduates. All of our students are welcome to attend as many of these events as they wish to learn more about that month’s featured brokerage companies. You are free to attend any or all of the events with no obligation. As a new licensee, you have many options available to you!

The professional teachers at The Real Estate School will equip you with the information you need to pass your State Exam and to prepare you for a rewarding career in real estate.

The Real Estate School has been an industry leader for the last 40 years. We’ve always maintained a strict standard in the quality of education we provide. We don’t use salespeople from local brokerage companies as part time instructors because we know that pass rates and student satisfaction fall dramatically.

We only hire full-time instructors with extensive knowledge of the industry and teaching skills that have been refined for years. In fact, we employ two salaried staff instructors on a full-time basis, which is virtually unheard of in this business, as well as two licensed real estate attorneys as guest lecturers. These instructors are 100% dedicated to your success. Check out the testimonials page on this website or go to our Facebook page to see what real students and local brokerage companies have said about our dedicated and skilled instructors.