Texas Real Estate
Continuing Education (CE) Courses

This TREC-promulgated course covers various topics related to changes in regulations, forms, and standards of practice in the real estate industry, including: TREC statute and rule updates, an overview of changes to and best practices for promulgated contract and addenda forms. This edition of Legal Update I covers water rights in Texas, including who owns and who regulates water in the state. The course also provides valuable information on fair housing legislation and best practices to avoid some of the most common fair housing complaints made against real estate license holders.

This TREC-promulgated course covers various topics related to TREC's Canons of Professional Ethics and Conduct, with a focus on competency and agency relationships with respect to new legislation regarding non-representation status and written agreements. The course also touches on the use of unlicensed assistants in real estate brokerage and advertising compliance. TREC Legal Update II delves into the pros and cons of artificial intelligence (AI) in brokerage and how agents can use it and stay in compliance with federal and state legislation and requirements. The last two chapters of the course cover VA loans and the process by which TREC investigates complaints against license holders.

The Essential Topics: 3-Hour Contracts Review course is designed to walk experienced agents through the details of commonly used contracts in real estate, including discussions of provisions and clauses and their use, a breakdown of available promulgated addenda and other forms, and a review of common contract mistakes and how they can affect the validity and viability of a contract. This course also includes case studies designed to illustrate the importance of proper contract usage in the real estate industry. A valuable course for any active agent, this 3 -hour course satisfies the TREC-mandated requirement for continuing education covering contract information.

The purpose of this course is to address the regulatory aspects of the management, operation, and supervision of a real estate brokerage firm in Texas. The course provides an understanding and working knowledge of a broker's responsibilities and obligations under Title 22 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), TREC Rule §535.2, which sets out specific requirements and best practices for brokers.

Real Estate is a service business as well as a sales career. The normal level of service provided to a client is not going to get you to the top of your game. In this short 1-hour real estate CE course you will be given suggestions on how to "rise above the norm" in customer service experiences.

This course is designed to expose real estate professionals to trends in technology that can benefit their real estate practice. Students will learn to recognize helpful websites and applications that are available to real estate professionals, use social media to connect with others, create a professional real estate website, and more.

This course provides the student with a deeper understanding of the recent commission lawsuit settlements and subsequent mandatory practice changes resulting from those settlements. By understanding what policy changes have been made and how these changes are reflected in recent TXR form updates, the student will have enough information to adapt their own practice to new policies like getting written agreements from buyers before showing a home and navigating compensation negotiations.

This course is designed to instruct students on mortgage interest rates, including historical rates and factors that influence them, the Federal Reserve, and supply and demand.

This 2-hour real estate CE course is all about using and filling out the TAR Buyer Representation form. If you ever wanted to know about Buyers Representation, this real estate CE course is a good place to start. It covers specific services that a licensee will cover or will perform when working for either the customer or the buyer. This course covers all areas from key words and phrases to scripts used for Buyer Representation.

This course is designed to instruct students on the particulars of flooding, flood areas/plains, flood concerns in regard to properties, insurance, and new regulations and other topics pertinent to real estate and flooding.

Setting up an effective marketing plan is essential for agents and brokers to achieve success and meet the needs of their clients and community. This course will discuss ethical practices, policies & procedures, and help you focus on your services, expertise, and specialties to better serve sellers and buyers. You will look at first-time, luxury, condo, second-home, gated, and planned community home buyers.

The Landlord and Tenant Act defines the rights and obligations of both landlord and tenant in the leasing of residential and commercial properties. The Act is a lengthy and detailed set of rules that addresses issues such as security deposits, default, repairs, and health and safety. This course presents and explains important provisions in the Chapter 92. of the Act, Residential Tenancies that all real estate agents should know.

This course covers information on professional standards of conduct in the office and in other public situations. How a real estate agent should dress is covered, in addition to how best to introduce oneself and others, and best practices for telephone, email and online etiquette.

This course is designed to instruct students on property taxes, the concepts behind them, and the methodologies for protests and appeals under property tax law.

This course is designed to instruct students on disruptors that have and will affect the real estate industry in the future, including alternative business models, ibuyers, disruptive technologies and websites, social media, and other items that could affect the real estate industry in the future.

This course is designed to instruct students on real estate investing, the benefits and risks of such investments, an overview of calculating income and expenses, different types of real estate investment vehicles.

This course is designed to instruct students on current trends in the real estate industry, including green building and buying, trends in financing, new technology and applications, and current standards in home design and decor.

This course covers information on Gen X, Gen Y, Boomers, Silents and how they buy property differently based on their age. How a real estate agent should market to these different generations is also covered, in addition to information on housing needs of specific age demographics, marketing to the immigrant population, and general selling tips for buyers of all ages.

In this course, students will explore short-term rentals (STRs) within the context of Texas. The student will gain an understanding of the regulations governing these accommodations and will have the opportunity to explore some of the available STR property options. Students will be encouraged to develop a business plan to effectively market properties to potential STR investors and offer expert guidance on managing an STR.

This updated course provides the agent with important information regarding the latest in Real Estate software and hardware. Included also is an update on the latest in digital photography equipment that is essential for the creation of compelling photos for online listings, brochures and virtual tours. The course also includes a preview of some of the up and coming technology that will impact the future of the Real Estate industry.

You will learn how to be noticed on social media; how to stand out in a world of advertisements and gain clients through the use of social media. Learn how to add effective social media to your current advertising using the most common social media tools like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

This course will give the student an overview of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau changes that went into effect on October 1, 2015. The student will examine the Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure forms step-by-step. Being familiar with the forms changes is vital to agent discussions with clients.

This course is designed to instruct students on the concepts of emotional intelligence and how those concepts inform success in the real estate industry. It also provides a survey of information on generational buyers, an awareness of their individual needs, and how to market to them.

In this course, students will explore short-term rentals (STRs) within the context of Texas. The student will gain an understanding of the regulations governing these accommodations and will have the opportunity to explore some of the available STR property options. Students will be encouraged to develop a business plan to effectively market properties to potential STR investors and offer expert guidance on managing an STR.

This course is designed to instruct students on current trends in the real estate industry and construction, including: green building and buying, new technology and applications, current standards in home design and decor, 3D modeling softwares and 3D house printing, and the various types of trending modular homes. Students will also be instructed on disruptors that have and will affect the real estate industry in the future (such as alternative business models, iBuyers, disruptive technologies and websites, social media, Smart Homes, and the COVID-19 pandemic).

This course is designed to expose real estate professionals to strategies for achieving success. The course will teach you how to manage a successful business plan, explain tax deferrals, network to gain more business, and expand on your brand. In addition, you will learn how to perform a SWOT analysis, plan your business goals, and the difference between social media networking and traditional networking.

This course will discuss the everyday legal issues affecting brokers such as contracts for sale, homestead laws, and deceptive trade practices. You will look at case studies and review the actions that occurred due to violation(s) pertaining to negligence, fiduciary duty, failure to disclose, and fraud. Real estate agents must ensure they comply with various rules and regulations during their day-to-day operations of their Real Estate license to protect both themselves and the consumer.

This course is designed to instruct students on current trends in the real estate industry and construction, including: green building and buying, new technology and applications, current standards in home design and decor, 3D modeling softwares and 3D house printing, and the various types of trending modular homes. Students will also be instructed on disruptors that have and will affect the real estate industry in the future (such as alternative business models, iBuyers, disruptive technologies and websites, social media, Smart Homes, and the COVID-19 pandemic).

This course is designed to introduce brokers and sales agents to selected topics in commercial real estate. Covering listing and marketing properties to leasing and investing in real estate, this course offers students a window into important topics in commercial real estate.

This course is designed to give real estate agents interested in selling farm and ranch real estate a window into the world of a farm and ranch agent. The course provides a breakdown of the TREC-promulgated Farm and Ranch Contract and related addenda.

This course is designed to introduce brokers and sales agents to selected topics in property management. Covering topics from creating management plans and budgeting and financial reporting to leasing and the future of property management, this course offers students a new perspective on professional property management.

This course was created to introduce brokers and sales agents to commercial real estate. Covering topics from investment opportunities and commercial lending to property management and the future of commercial real estate, this course offers students a new perspective on commercial real estate.

This course is designed to give real estate agents interested in selling farm and ranch real estate a window into the world of a farm and ranch agent. The course provides a breakdown of the TREC-promulgated Farm and Ranch Contract and related addenda, as well as a breakdown of the TAR Farm and Ranch Real Estate Exclusive Listing Agreement Exclusive Right to Sell (TAR-1201).

This course was created to introduce brokers and sales agents to property management. Covering topics from creating management plans and budgeting and financial reporting to leasing and the future of property management, this course offers students a new perspective on professional property management.

The Real Estate market in Texas is changing - fast. In this fast-paced course you will learn how to grow your business through better use of social media tools like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and others. Stay abreast of current market trends including reverse mortgage for purchase, plus an overview of new and revised TREC contract forms. This course will also give you a good overview of green building trends throughout major markets in Texas.

This fresh new 10-Hour Real Estate Continuing Education course covers current information on housing trends in construction, design, and interior finishes and keeps the Real Estate agent up-to-date on any new trends happening in the market. The course also covers 'Green Building' for both residential and commercial properties. Energy efficient homes and buildings, natural materials that don't harm the environment are things Real Estate agents need to be thinking about when dealing with the environmentally conscious consumer. Home staging is also touched upon so agents have an understanding of how to prepare the pre-owned or vacant home for showings to gain more money for the owner. Business planning and growing your company through specific systems as well as understanding profit, loss, and figuring out your value as a business entrepreneur are also covered.

This course was created to help brokers and sales agents recognize and assess the risks involved in the everyday operations and transactions taking place in their real estate brokerages. The text introduces the student to the theory of risk management and offers different methods of assessment and mitigation that will help them develop systems to avoid and reduce risk in their own businesses.

This course concentrates on strategies for selling properties in a changing market, plus the necessary forms and procedures for selling or listing foreclosures and short sales. Delve into social media - the what, the why, the step-by-step approach, and keeping accounts updated. Test your green knowledge, the latest homeowner construction guidelines, commercial requirements, LEED™ Information, and Energy Star™ Information.