Specialties
At The Local Real Estate School, we believe people learn best when they're truly engaged, and that's exactly what we deliver. We offer Missouri Real Estate Commission (MREC) approved in-person courses in Springfield, MO, taught by Lead Instructor Mike Brown, an active agent with years of real-world real estate experience and production.
People learn differently, and in-person learning makes all the difference. Having an experienced instructor who can share real-life examples, answer your questions on the spot, and guide you through challenging material in a fun, community-driven environment is incredibly powerful. You're not watching a pre-recorded video, you're learning alongside like-minded peers, building connections, and getting motivated to reach your goals.
At the Local Real Estate School in Springfield, MO we offer the required 48-Hour Pre-Exam Course and the 24-Hour Missouri Practice Course, both approved by the MREC. Get exam-ready, step into your career with confidence, and join a welcoming community that's rooting for your success. Call us at (417) 605-7430 or visit www.thelocalrealestateschool.com to enroll!
Meet the Manager: Mike B.
Mike Brown brings more than 30 years of experience in education, leadership, and real estate to the Local Real Estate School. Prior to entering real estate, he spent 14 years in public education as Director of Bands for Republic Missouri Schools, developing a practical, student-focused approach to teaching.
Since becoming licensed, Mike has built experience in residential sales, brokerage operations, agent standards and development. He has served in leadership roles, culminating as President of the Greater Springfield Board of REALTORS® in 2024, and has mentored agents through training programs and continuing education.
As an instructor, Mike focuses on helping students understand licensing laws while building professionalism, ethics, and customer service skills. His approach emphasizes real-world application, problem-solving, and preparing students for both the exam and long-term success.
His combined background creates an engaging environment that supports all experience levels.