Revei vs first tuesday for California Pre-Licensing
Published October 2026. Updated October 27, 2026.
Revei or first tuesday: which California school should you pick?
Short answer: You are choosing between two California only veterans, both teaching for over 40 years. first tuesday is cheaper on paper for pre-licensing and publishes respected market analysis. We include the state exam study materials in the package and back pre-licensing with a money-back guarantee, which first tuesday does not advertise.
| Factor | Revei | first tuesday |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-licensing package | $250 online, $450 with printed books | $204.50 print and ebook, $244.50 video and ebook (their FAQ) |
| Exam study materials | Included | Sold as separate prep products |
| Money-back guarantee | Yes | Not advertised |
| CE renewal 45 hours | $65 online, $110 books | Sold by course and package on their site |
| Extras | Concierge renewal filing help | first tuesday Journal and market data |
It depends on how you value the exam
It depends on whether the state exam or the sticker price worries you more. If you are a confident test taker, first tuesday's lower package price and strong reading material are a fair buy. If failing the exam is the expensive outcome, and it is, because retakes cost time and DRE fees, Our included study materials and money-back guarantee price that risk at zero. Both schools know California law deeply; the difference is who carries the exam risk.
Choose first tuesday if: price is the deciding factor, you read their Journal already, you want their market analysis with your courses.
Choose us if: you want exam prep included, you want a money-back guarantee, you want one school for pre-licensing now and $65 CE renewals later.
Are both schools California only?
Yes. Both teach California DRE courses only, which is why this comparison comes down to price, included materials, and the guarantee rather than national features.
Which school has been teaching longer?
Both claim over 40 years in California real estate education. Neither wins on age; compare the packages.