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Online Real Estate Sales Agent
Apprenticeship Education (SAE) Courses

Completing your Sales Agent Apprentice Education (SAE) is the first important step in maintaining your Texas Real Estate License!

As a newly licensed Real Estate Sales Agent, you are required to renew your Real Estate license every two years. The very first license renewal requires 98-hours of Sales Agent Apprenticeship Education (SAE) which includes 8-hours of Legal Update credit. Our TREC-approved Real Estate SAE classes can be taken from practically anywhere using our self-paced Online-Correspondence delivery method. The courses are developed by industry leading professionals in Residential and Commercial Real Estate and are designed to further increase your knowledge and proficiency within the industry. You can learn more about our online delivery method or choose an package below to get started!

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Most Popular Online Texas Real Estate SAE Programs
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If this is your very first license renewal in Texas, you need 98-hours of SAE credit to renew. We offer a convenient 98-hour package that includes three 30-hour elective courses plus the TREC required 8-hours of Legal Update CE credit. If you just need the 8-hour CE credit, they are available in a seperate package!

Please Note - If this is NOT your first license renewal, you will need 18-hours of CE credit to renew your license. Learn More

Full 98-Hour SAE Package
SAE Electives Only
Legal Update Hours Only

98-Hour SAE Renewal Program

$495 $575
SAVE $80

Courses included:

  • Two 30-Hour SAE Elective Courses
  • 30-Hour Real Estate Brokerage
  • 4-Hour TREC Legal Update 1
  • 4-Hour TREC Legal Update 2

Additional Details:

  • FREE Books / PDFs Included
  • FREE Exam Proctoring
  • 98 TREC Credit Hours
This program includes all of the education required to renew your license for the very first time.

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90-Hour SAE Renewal Program

$435 $495
SAVE $60

Courses included:

  • Two 30-Hour SAE Elective Courses
  • 30-Hour Real Estate Brokerage

Additional Details:

  • FREE Books / PDFs Included
  • FREE Exam Proctoring
  • 90 TREC Credit Hours
For those who need to complete their SAE but have already received 8-hours of Legal Update credit!

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8-Hour TREC Legal Update Program

$60 $80
SAVE $20

Courses included:

  • 4-Hour TREC Legal Update 1
  • 4-Hour TREC Legal Update 2

Additional Details:

  • FREE Books / PDFs Included
  • 8 TREC Credit Hours
For those who have already completed their SAE electives and only need the 8-hours of TREC Legal Update credit!

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Online Required SAE Courses
(Online Textbook Available)

The courses listed below are required by TREC to be included as part of the 98-hour SAE requirements for Sales Agents looking to renew their license for the very first time. All of these courses include downloadable materials when taking them via our Online-Correspondence delivery method. All of the courses are also available at a discounted rate when purchased together in one of the SAE programs listed above.

Real Estate Brokerage

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Real Estate Brokerage
Learn how to set up and manage your very own Real Estate Brokerage office.

This course teaches you how to set up your Real Estate Brokerage office. It offers practical, experienced-based strategies and techniques for managing virtually every aspect of a Real Estate office. Business planning and development guidelines, recruiting and retaining agents is all part of this comprehensive course. The range of the book covers Real Estate Office Management, time-tested techniques and authoritative guidance making this course an indispensable resource for Real Estate Brokers, owners and managers.

Topics Covered Include: Dimensions of Management (The 7-S Model), qualities essential to success as a leader, strategic business planning, training for success, retaining & terminating

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #752 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #752 (Correspondence)
  • TREC Approval #752 (Online Interactive)

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Online Elective SAE Courses
(Online Textbook Available)

Each of the courses listed below are TREC approved 30-hour SAE elective courses. All of these courses include downloadable materials when taking them via our Online-Correspondence delivery method. All of the courses are also available at a discounted rate when purchased together in one of the SAE programs listed above.

Residential Appraisal for Real Estate Agents

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Residential Appraisal for Real Estate Agents
This course is designed to expand the working real estate agent's understanding of residential appraisal concepts and valuation processes.

This course is designed to expand the working real estate agent's understanding of residential appraisal concepts and valuation processes. Topics covered in this course include an overview of the appraisal development process, value contributors, value concepts related to real estate markets, identification and analysis of subject property data, appraisal calculations and statistics, overview of the three approaches to value, final reconciliation steps, and an overview of the report writing process and common appraisal forms. The course's goal is to inform working real estate agents of the standards and procedures required of the real estate appraiser.

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #228 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #228 (Correspondence)

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Real Estate Appraisal: Principles

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Real Estate Appraisal: Principles
Explore the basic concepts related to the Appraisal process.

The Real Estate Appraisal: Principles course provides an overview of real property concepts and characteristics, legal considerations, value influences, real estate finance, types of value, economic principles, real estate markets and analysis, and ethics in appraisal. Through theory, case studies, and examples, this course offers practical application of appraisal principles.

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
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  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #240 (Correspondence)

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Real Estate Appraisal: Practices and Procedures

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Real Estate Appraisal: Practices and Procedures
Expand your understanding of basic Appraisal principles and procedures from the perspective of a working real estate agent.

The purpose of this course is designed to expand upon basic appraisal principles for the working real estate agent. Topics covered in this course include an overview of the appraisal development process, value contributors, value concepts related to real estate markets, identification and analysis of subject property data, basic construction terminology and building processes, overview of the three approaches to value, the appraisal reconciliation process, and an overview of common Fannie Mae promulgated appraisal forms.

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #227 (Correspondence)

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Real Estate Marketing: Commercial Real Estate

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Real Estate Marketing: Commercial Real Estate
An introduction to the specialty of Commercial Real Estate.

This course is an introduction to the specialty of Commercial Real Estate. The listing process, using the proper commercial forms and marketing strategies are included. The course introduces concepts critical to successfully working with commercial properties and clients. This course is for the new agent who wants to know about Commercial Real Estate as well as the experienced agent seeking new ideas or ways to brush up on existing techniques.

Topics Covered Include: The Commercial marketplace, finding customers and clients, clauses in listing agreements, marketing for success

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #545 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #545 (Correspondence)
  • TREC Approval #545 (Online Interactive)

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Residential Inspection for Real Estate Agents

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Residential Inspection for Real Estate Agents
Arm yourself with an understanding of the Home Inspection process.

This easy to understand guide to residential home inspection arms agents with critical inspection information including foundational construction terms and information on issues such as 'Stachybotris' or 'Black Mold.' Additionally, students will learn to identify and avoid problem houses and review common questions that come up during Real Estate inspections.

Topics Covered Include: Residential construction, insects & critters, electricity, plumbing, environmental issues

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #1035 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #1035 (Correspondence)

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Real Estate Investment

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Real Estate Investment
Learn the basic principles and strategy of approaching Real Estate as an investment.

This specialized course teaches the basic principles and strategy of Real Estate as an investment. Special income tax rules, tools of analysis, comparison screening, discount analysis, computer-aided analysis, and marketing investment properties are all presented in this basic approach to investment.

Topics Covered Include: Land use controls, environmental constraints, legal documents, property and income taxes, ownership of real property

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  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #935 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #935 (Correspondence)

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Real Estate Marketing

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Real Estate Marketing
Learn to present yourself as a professional and well trained Real Estate Sales Agent.

This course is a must for agents who wish to thrive and survive in today's highly competitive Real Estate market. This course covers all of the areas necessary to present yourself as a professional and well trained agent. It will introduce and review all aspects of successful Real Estate marketing techniques for the agent.

Topics Covered Include: Successful sales & listing qualities, time management, servicing the seller, advertising & public relations, negotiating & closing

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #551 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #551 (Correspondence)

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Real Estate Math

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Real Estate Math
Develop your understanding of math as a necessary component in Real Estate.

Real Estate Math is a course dedicated to helping students overcome their fear of math, and to developing an understanding that math is a necessary component of real estate education throughout their career. The textbook will review basic math, commissions, area and volume, appreciation and depreciation, interest, finance and many other topics relevant to agents pursuing a career in real estate. This course includes exercises, scenarios, chapter reviews and quizzes, in addition to exams, all designed to ensure the student comprehends and can apply the math skills learned during the course.

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #651 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #651 (Correspondence)

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A Realtors Resource Guide on Residential Mortgage Financing

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - A Realtors Resource Guide on Residential Mortgage Financing
This course offers Real Estate license holders a glimpse into the specialized world of Residential Mortgage Loan Origination.

The purpose of this course is to offer Real Estate license holders a glimpse into the specialized world of Residential Mortgage Loan Origination. The course builds upon students' prior knowledge of the residential Real Estate Market and introduces activities and knowledge necessary for Mortgage Loan Originators to make informed decisions on what is best for their clients' futures. Students will gain a more detailed understanding of the mortgage loan origination process and the loan products available to homebuyers.

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
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  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #426 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #426 (Correspondence)

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Real Estate Marketing: Power House Training

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Real Estate Marketing: Power House Training
Develop skills required for a successful career in the Texas Real Estate industry.

The purpose of this dynamic Real Estate course is to assist new Real Estate agents in developing skills and knowledge required for a successful career in the Texas Real Estate industry. New Sales Agents who take this course will be better equipped to practice ethically and effectively. The course material addresses current techniques and approaches for a long-term successful career and provides step-by-step guidance to starting up and maintaining your Real Estate business in Texas. The courses presents cases of the right and wrong way of doing business and practical approaches to developing systems and processes. The Real Estate Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics are emphasized throughout each phase of business.

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #527 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #527 (Correspondence)
  • TREC Approval #527 (Online Interactive)

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Residential Property Management

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
Book Cover - Residential Property Management
An introductory overview of residential/commercial industrial management.

This specialized course is an overview of residential/commercial industrial management. It explores the daily issues facing practitioners including maintenance, accounting, administrative tasks, and legal activities. The course also provides up-to-date information on federal regulations such as civil rights, fair housing, ADA issues, and environmental concerns. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of Property Management for anyone seeking to enter the field, those who are already in the field, and any real estate agents seeking to broaden their education beyond just listing and selling.

Topics Covered Include: Professional property management, economics and planning, owner relations, lease negotiations, tenant relations, federal and state laws

  • Textbooks / PDFs included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #851 (Classroom / Virtual Classroom)
  • TREC Approval #851 (Correspondence)

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Online Elective SAE Course Topics
(Shipping / Pickup Required)

Each of the courses listed below are TREC approved 30-hour SAE elective courses. All of these courses DO NOT include downloadable materials and therefore require the materials to be shipped (Standard shipping is $15 per book) or picked up from a campus. All of the courses are also available at a discounted rate when purchased together in one of the SAE programs listed above.

Real Estate Law

30 Credit Hours (TREC)
An overview of the legal system as it pertains to the Real Estate industry.

This course was written by Charles Jacobus, a renowned Real Estate attorney and notable author. This course begins with the grassroots of the legal system and progresses into current statutes, case laws, and regulations. Anyone desiring more in depth reading and explanation of Real Estate terminology and practice should purchase this textbook for their reference library.

Topics Covered Include: Introduction to Real Estate law, how ownership is held, voluntary & involuntary conveyances, mortgages

  • Shipping / Pickup Required - No online textbook included
  • Proctoring costs included
  • TREC Provider #4530
  • TREC Approval #335 (Correspondence)

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Important Information

Important Information Related to Real Estate Law Course:

Shipping / Pickup Required: Classes marked with "Shipping/Pickup Required" do not include an online textbook. This means that students must pick up the textbooks from one of our campuses (Located in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio) or have the books shipped to them at the cost of $15 per book. To choose shipping, be sure to select a shipping method from the appropriate drop down menu when setting up your shopping cart.

Please Note: A textbook is required to participate in any Live Broadcast class. Please obtain before the first day of class.

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Texas Real Estate License SAE Requirements and Updates

TREC now requires all licensed salespersons to complete 8-Hours of Legal Update credit with every renewal. If you have been made a supervisor by your broker, you must also complete the 6-hour Broker Responsibility course to renew. This rule applies whether you are completing SAE for your first license renewal or CE credit for any subsequent renewal. As a result, the required 90-hours of SAE increased to 98-hours and the CE requirement increased to 18-hours.

Do NOT repeat the same course within the same 2 year period - Every course you take has a 4-digit course number (Example: Real Estate Marketing is 0511). You cannot repeat a course with the same course number within a 2-year period. Please make sure that you check your TREC profile with the courses you would like to take for SAE to avoid duplicating a course.

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