Under all is the land.. So starts the NAR Code of Ethics. It continues: Realtors®, therefore, are zealous to maintain and improve the standards of their calling and share with their fellow Realtors® a common responsibility for its integrity and honor. In recognition and appreciation of their obligations to clients, customers, the public, and each other, Realtors® continuously strive to become and remain informed on issues affecting real estate and, as knowledgeable professionals, they willingly share the fruit of their experience and study with others. They identify and take steps, through enforcement of this Code of Ethics and by assisting appropriate regulatory bodies, to eliminate practices which may damage the public or which might discredit or bring dishonor to the real estate profession. Realtors® having direct personal knowledge of conduct that may violate the Code of Ethics involving misappropriation of client or customer funds or property, willful discrimination, or fraud resulting in substantial economic harm, bring such matters to the attention of the appropriate Board or Association of Realtors®

We’ll talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly, focusing on Texas Property Codes 202, 204, and 209. We’ll also cover reforms to HOAs passed in the 87th Texas Legislative session, contract pitfalls to avoid, and ways to benefit your clients on either side of the transaction. We will zoom in on SB 1588, TXR 1405 (Request for info from an Owner’s Association), TXR 1922 (Addendum for Property Subject to Mandatory Member in Owner’s Association), TXR 1923 (Subdivision Information), and how they are reflected on the 1-4 contract.

Provider: TXR #001

Course: #NEW NUMBER COMING

Instructor: Alisha Austin

City ordinances regulating development within the city can change based on the actions of a city council. The purpose of this course is to familiarize the licensee with city codes and development regulations so the licensee can provide the most intelligent level of service possible to the client. It will show the interdependent relationship between city staff, builders and the real estate agent in the process of property development and sales. This class will provide the licensee an introduction to city housing development and building guidelines, review updates and provide insight on the most important and most needed development regulations that govern real estate sales and development.

Exclusive Class Booked Directly

This course reviews the most widely used TREC and TAR forms needed to conduct real estate transactions. Included are various sales contracts and a wide range of addendum. This course teaches the proper use and completion of these forms and provides a comprehensive view of the types of contracts available for use in real estate transactions. It will also cover how to handle updates and changes to contract forms, along with other related documents and addenda. The intent of tis course is to provide insight on the importance of using correct form(s) to ensure a successful transaction for the agent and client.

Provider #001

Course #46627

This course covers the Condominium contract and addenda. The questions and agent should ask, things to watch out for in a condominium transaction, and potential hurdles to overcome. There are many factors to consider when buying and selling condominiums, as more cities in Texas look at VMU (Vertical Mixed Use) as an option for zoning, Texas may very likely see more condominiums.

The real estate market is more competitive than ever these days. Brokerage models, technology options, and the way real estate transactions are conducted evolve every day. This course is designed to show the license holder how to present themselves to clients and customers, ultimately enhancing the client/customer/agent relationship. What services they are legally able to provide and those from which they must refrain, with an emphasis on the value, both intrinsic and tangible, agents and brokers bring to the real estate transaction to secure client confidence, exhibit professional/ ethical representation, and to establish trust and credibility with clients.

Provider #001

Course #49571

This session examines current hot issues. Recent TREC Contract Updates, Legislative Session Topics, TXR Forms, and more.

TXR Provider #001

Course # 44357

Meeting Time is an ESTIMATE!

Members of the public have the opportunity to address the Commission concerning an agenda item or an issue of public interest that is not on the agenda. Anyone wishing to provide public comment on an issue of public interest that is not on the agenda may do so under this section.  Members of the public who wish to speak on a matter specifically listed on the agenda may do so at the time that agenda item is heard. 

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 the law of
agency, planning and organization of business entities, requirements for written policies and procedures, records
retention and control, advertising, recruitment and training of agents, and the anatomy of a complaint filed with Texas
Real Estate Commission (TREC).

Section 535.2 of the TREC Rules requires a broker who sponsors salespersons, a designated broker of a business
entity, and a licensee who is a delegated supervisor of one or more licensees to complete this 6-hour broker
responsibility course to renew a license. Any licensee may take this course. Additionally, a sponsoring broker may, by
policy, require certain licensees and employees to take this course.

This course presents disclosure practices to provide understanding that what you say can get you into trouble and how to avoid it. Use of AI, listing descriptions, advertising, derogatory and potentially discriminating words to avoid. How to advise clients what has to be disclosed about a property, and their potential liability for lack of disclosure in a real estate transaction. License holder will learn what they can and cannot say to parties in a real estate transaction. This will help them to properly make disclosures as required by law based on the stated disclosure practices. License holder will learn compliance with the policies and guidelines that govern appropriate business conduct and maintain the integrity of a real estate transaction.

This course focuses on REALTOR® Professionalism and business etiquette skills development. Following Pathways to Professionalism, and treating other professionals with etiquette helps ALL REALTORS® elevate public perception and increase relationship retention. Removing personal emotions from the PRINCIPALS transaction elevates the REALTOR® as someone clients can rely upon for all their real estate needs. This course provides instruction on the importance of REALTOR® Designations and reaffirming code of ethics “Duties to other REALTORS®.”

The One to Four Contract updates have been approved by TREC (11/4/2024) for mandatory use starting 1/3/2025.

Texas REALTORS® Provider #001

Course #45580

We have an update to the 1-4 contract. TREC has approved changes to several other addendums and added a brand new 1031 Exchange form.

We will review these new forms in this class.

This course is TREC approved for 3 hours CONTRACTS CE

Provider : Texas REALTORS® #: 001 Course #50063

Instructor: Alisha Austin

Open to choice of class here….Only if there is enough interest.

Texas REALTORS® & TREC have made form changes. The 1-4 Contract Updates were approved at the last TREC meeting. This will be our new contract for use starting January 2025.

ZOOM 3 hour Contract CE Class

Texas REALTORS® Provider #001 Course #50063

Under all is the land.. So starts the NAR Code of Ethics. It continues: Realtors®, therefore, are zealous to maintain and improve the standards of their calling and share with their fellow Realtors® a common responsibility for its integrity and honor. In recognition and appreciation of their obligations to clients, customers, the public, and each other, Realtors® continuously strive to become and remain informed on issues affecting real estate and, as knowledgeable professionals, they willingly share the fruit of their experience and study with others. They identify and take steps, through enforcement of this Code of Ethics and by assisting appropriate regulatory bodies, to eliminate practices which may damage the public or which might discredit or bring dishonor to the real estate profession. Realtors® having direct personal knowledge of conduct that may violate the Code of Ethics involving misappropriation of client or customer funds or property, willful discrimination, or fraud resulting in substantial economic harm, bring such matters to the attention of the appropriate Board or Association of Realtors®