REAL ESTATE TX
Texas Real Estate Broker All Access Continuing Education Library
Real Estate Total Access CE libraries for brokers grant you access to all of Kaplan’s comprehensive online library of Texas continuing education courses, allowing you to satisfy your broker CE requirements in one central location. Total Access CE is our most convenient and economical way to meet your Texas CE requirements and maintain your license.
Your CE Library Includes:
- A full year of access to all Texas-approved CE courses
- Courses available anywhere, anytime
- Immediate results with instant exam scoring
- Printable certificate
- Courses designed by industry experts
What broker continuing education does Texas require? Visit the state requirements page to learn about the number of CE credits required, course repetition, state reporting fees, renewal period details, and much more.
Stay ahead, stay licensed, and stay competitive with Kaplan’s Total Access Continuing Education library, trusted by thousands of real estate professionals every year.
Real Estate Total Access CE libraries for brokers grant you access to all of Kaplan’s comprehensive online library of Texas continuing education courses, allowing you to satisfy your broker CE requirements in one central location. Total Access CE is our most convenient and economical way to meet your Texas CE requirements and maintain your license.
Your CE Library Includes:
- A full year of access to all Texas-approved CE courses
- Courses available anywhere, anytime
- Immediate results with instant exam scoring
- Printable certificate
- Courses designed by industry experts
Stay ahead, stay licensed, and stay competitive with Kaplan’s Total Access Continuing Education library, trusted by thousands of real estate professionals every year.
Only need a few credits?
We offer individual courses and course packages to meet your CE requirements, as well.
Texas Total Access CE Library - Live Online Courses
Weathering the Storm: Natural Disasters and Real Estate Live Online Class (June 15, 2026)
Class Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
Class Times: 8:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- While we strive to hold all scheduled classes, please note that a class may be cancelled and this decision will be made five days prior to the scheduled start date. If a class is cancelled, the class will be removed from this page and all enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Don't Get Caught Unprepared: Empowering Real Estate Professionals and Consumers Against Natural Disasters
"Weathering the Storm" is designed to equip real estate professionals with information to provide homeowners, buyers, and investors with critical knowledge regarding the effects of natural disasters on real estate. You will delve into various types of natural disasters, learning about their causes, development, and severity, from earthquakes and hurricanes to tornadoes, floods, and wildfires. This isn't theory; this is survival. Learn to communicate risk assessment, understand the seismic shifts in property values and buyer behavior regarding natural disasters, and navigate the volatile market and insurance minefield of rising premiums and shifting coverage that emerge in the aftermath. Arm yourself and your customers with some disaster preparedness strategies that may mean the difference between ruin and resilience.
This real estate course is vital for anyone involved in real estate transactions within or near disaster-prone areas. Help your customers protect their assets, make informed decisions, and recover more quickly.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
HOA Essentials: Navigating Rules and Realities Live Online Class (June 12, 2026)
Class Date: Friday, June 12, 2026
Class Times: 8:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate HOA Transactions Efficiently and Ethically
This 4-hour continuing education class explores the essential duties real estate licensees have in HOA transactions. Licensees will learn their fiduciary duties, how to identify and disclose material facts related to HOAs, how to assess an HOA's financial health, and the legal and financial implications for both buyers and sellers in HOA-governed communities. Through real-world case studies and engagement activities, this course equips licensees to confidently navigate the complexities of HOA rules and financial obligations.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Understanding Accessory Dwelling Units Live Online Class (June 11, 2026)
Class Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026
Class Times: 10:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Unlock New Opportunities in Texas Real Estate with the Power of Accessory Dwelling Units
This 2-hour continuing education class will help real estate professionals master the opportunities and challenges presented by accessory dwelling units (ADUs). You will learn how to define various ADU types, navigate complex zoning and permitting regulations, and identify key financing and construction options. You will also be equipped to analyze the market impact of ADUs on property values and provide expert guidance to clients interested in these versatile housing solutions. By the end of the class, you will have the confidence and knowledge to help buyers and sellers capitalize on the rising ADU trend.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Weathering the Storm: Natural Disasters and Real Estate Live Online Class (May 4, 2026)
Class Date: Monday, May 4, 2026
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- While we strive to hold all scheduled classes, please note that a class may be cancelled and this decision will be made five days prior to the scheduled start date. If a class is cancelled, the class will be removed from this page and all enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Don't Get Caught Unprepared: Empowering Real Estate Professionals and Consumers Against Natural Disasters
"Weathering the Storm" is designed to equip real estate professionals with information to provide homeowners, buyers, and investors with critical knowledge regarding the effects of natural disasters on real estate. You will delve into various types of natural disasters, learning about their causes, development, and severity, from earthquakes and hurricanes to tornadoes, floods, and wildfires. This isn't theory; this is survival. Learn to communicate risk assessment, understand the seismic shifts in property values and buyer behavior regarding natural disasters, and navigate the volatile market and insurance minefield of rising premiums and shifting coverage that emerge in the aftermath. Arm yourself and your customers with some disaster preparedness strategies that may mean the difference between ruin and resilience.
This real estate course is vital for anyone involved in real estate transactions within or near disaster-prone areas. Help your customers protect their assets, make informed decisions, and recover more quickly.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
HOA Essentials: Navigating Rules and Realities Live Online Class (May 1, 2026)
Class Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate HOA Transactions Efficiently and Ethically
This 4-hour continuing education class explores the essential duties real estate licensees have in HOA transactions. Licensees will learn their fiduciary duties, how to identify and disclose material facts related to HOAs, how to assess an HOA's financial health, and the legal and financial implications for both buyers and sellers in HOA-governed communities. Through real-world case studies and engagement activities, this course equips licensees to confidently navigate the complexities of HOA rules and financial obligations.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Understanding Accessory Dwelling Units Live Online Class (April 25, 2026)
Class Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Unlock New Opportunities in Texas Real Estate with the Power of Accessory Dwelling Units
This 2-hour continuing education class will help real estate professionals master the opportunities and challenges presented by accessory dwelling units (ADUs). You will learn how to define various ADU types, navigate complex zoning and permitting regulations, and identify key financing and construction options. You will also be equipped to analyze the market impact of ADUs on property values and provide expert guidance to clients interested in these versatile housing solutions. By the end of the class, you will have the confidence and knowledge to help buyers and sellers capitalize on the rising ADU trend.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Financing Update: Changing Fiscal Landscape Live Online Class (April 10, 2026)
Class Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Class Times: 10:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate the Changing Fiscal Landscape as Real Estate Professionals
This 2-hour real estate CE class provides a detailed overview of the significant shifts in the financial world for real estate licensees. It covers the latest challenges to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the ongoing conservatorship of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and the complex dynamics of today’s interest rates. Equip yourself with the most current financing knowledge to better serve your clients, overcome modern lending hurdles, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving real estate environment.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Weathering the Storm: Natural Disasters and Real Estate Live Online Class (April 3, 2026)
Class Date: Friday, April 3, 2026
Class Times: 8:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- While we strive to hold all scheduled classes, please note that a class may be cancelled and this decision will be made five days prior to the scheduled start date. If a class is cancelled, the class will be removed from this page and all enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Don't Get Caught Unprepared: Empowering Real Estate Professionals and Consumers Against Natural Disasters
"Weathering the Storm" is designed to equip real estate professionals with information to provide homeowners, buyers, and investors with critical knowledge regarding the effects of natural disasters on real estate. You will delve into various types of natural disasters, learning about their causes, development, and severity, from earthquakes and hurricanes to tornadoes, floods, and wildfires. This isn't theory; this is survival. Learn to communicate risk assessment, understand the seismic shifts in property values and buyer behavior regarding natural disasters, and navigate the volatile market and insurance minefield of rising premiums and shifting coverage that emerge in the aftermath. Arm yourself and your customers with some disaster preparedness strategies that may mean the difference between ruin and resilience.
This real estate course is vital for anyone involved in real estate transactions within or near disaster-prone areas. Help your customers protect their assets, make informed decisions, and recover more quickly.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
HOA Essentials: Navigating Rules and Realities Live Online Class (March 19, 2026)
Class Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
Class Times: 8:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate HOA Transactions Efficiently and Ethically
This 4-hour continuing education class explores the essential duties real estate licensees have in HOA transactions. Licensees will learn their fiduciary duties, how to identify and disclose material facts related to HOAs, how to assess an HOA's financial health, and the legal and financial implications for both buyers and sellers in HOA-governed communities. Through real-world case studies and engagement activities, this course equips licensees to confidently navigate the complexities of HOA rules and financial obligations.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Understanding Accessory Dwelling Units Live Online Class (March 12, 2026)
Class Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Unlock New Opportunities in Texas Real Estate with the Power of Accessory Dwelling Units
This 2-hour continuing education class will help real estate professionals master the opportunities and challenges presented by accessory dwelling units (ADUs). You will learn how to define various ADU types, navigate complex zoning and permitting regulations, and identify key financing and construction options. You will also be equipped to analyze the market impact of ADUs on property values and provide expert guidance to clients interested in these versatile housing solutions. By the end of the class, you will have the confidence and knowledge to help buyers and sellers capitalize on the rising ADU trend.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Financing Update: Changing Fiscal Landscape Live Online Class (March 6, 2026)
Class Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate the Changing Fiscal Landscape as Real Estate Professionals
This 2-hour real estate CE class provides a detailed overview of the significant shifts in the financial world for real estate licensees. It covers the latest challenges to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the ongoing conservatorship of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and the complex dynamics of today’s interest rates. Equip yourself with the most current financing knowledge to better serve your clients, overcome modern lending hurdles, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving real estate environment.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Weathering the Storm: Natural Disasters and Real Estate Live Online Class (January 23, 2026)
Class Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- While we strive to hold all scheduled classes, please note that a class may be cancelled and this decision will be made five days prior to the scheduled start date. If a class is cancelled, the class will be removed from this page and all enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Don't Get Caught Unprepared: Empowering Real Estate Professionals and Consumers Against Natural Disasters
"Weathering the Storm" is designed to equip real estate professionals with information to provide homeowners, buyers, and investors with critical knowledge regarding the effects of natural disasters on real estate. You will delve into various types of natural disasters, learning about their causes, development, and severity, from earthquakes and hurricanes to tornadoes, floods, and wildfires. This isn't theory; this is survival. Learn to communicate risk assessment, understand the seismic shifts in property values and buyer behavior regarding natural disasters, and navigate the volatile market and insurance minefield of rising premiums and shifting coverage that emerge in the aftermath. Arm yourself and your customers with some disaster preparedness strategies that may mean the difference between ruin and resilience.
This real estate course is vital for anyone involved in real estate transactions within or near disaster-prone areas. Help your customers protect their assets, make informed decisions, and recover more quickly.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
HOA Essentials: Navigating Rules and Realities Live Online Class (January 16, 2026)
Class Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate HOA Transactions Efficiently and Ethically
This 4-hour continuing education class explores the essential duties real estate licensees have in HOA transactions. Licensees will learn their fiduciary duties, how to identify and disclose material facts related to HOAs, how to assess an HOA's financial health, and the legal and financial implications for both buyers and sellers in HOA-governed communities. Through real-world case studies and engagement activities, this course equips licensees to confidently navigate the complexities of HOA rules and financial obligations.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Weathering the Storm: Natural Disasters and Real Estate Live Online Class (December 29, 2025)
Class Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
Class Times: 8:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Don't Get Caught Unprepared: Empowering Real Estate Professionals and Consumers Against Natural Disasters
"Weathering the Storm" is designed to equip real estate professionals with information to provide homeowners, buyers, and investors with critical knowledge regarding the effects of natural disasters on real estate. You will delve into various types of natural disasters, learning about their causes, development, and severity, from earthquakes and hurricanes to tornadoes, floods, and wildfires. This isn't theory; this is survival. Learn to communicate risk assessment, understand the seismic shifts in property values and buyer behavior regarding natural disasters, and navigate the volatile market and insurance minefield of rising premiums and shifting coverage that emerge in the aftermath. Arm yourself and your customers with some disaster preparedness strategies that may mean the difference between ruin and resilience.
This real estate course is vital for anyone involved in real estate transactions within or near disaster-prone areas. Help your customers protect their assets, make informed decisions, and recover more quickly.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Understanding Accessory Dwelling Units Live Online Class (December 22, 2025)
Class Date: Monday, December 22, 2025
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Unlock New Opportunities in Texas Real Estate with the Power of Accessory Dwelling Units
This 2-hour continuing education class will help real estate professionals master the opportunities and challenges presented by accessory dwelling units (ADUs). You will learn how to define various ADU types, navigate complex zoning and permitting regulations, and identify key financing and construction options. You will also be equipped to analyze the market impact of ADUs on property values and provide expert guidance to clients interested in these versatile housing solutions. By the end of the class, you will have the confidence and knowledge to help buyers and sellers capitalize on the rising ADU trend.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
2025/2026 Texas Real Estate Commission Broker Responsibility Live Online Class (December 19, 2025)
Class Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
Class Times: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Manage a Texas Brokerage with Confidence and Compliance
The Texas Real Estate Commission Rules require 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 understand the regulatory aspects of the management, operation, and supervision of a real estate brokerage firm in Texas. This 6-hour real estate online course is designed to give the licensee the knowledge required for adequate performance of these duties. Topics include policies and procedures essential to a brokerage, areas for supervision, how to comply with TREC rules, daily business actions such as AI and advertising, and top TREC complaint categories and how to avoid them.
Content provided by the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Financing Update: Changing Fiscal Landscape Live Online Class (December 18, 2025)
Class Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
Class Times: 10:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate the Changing Fiscal Landscape as Real Estate Professionals
This 2-hour real estate CE class provides a detailed overview of the significant shifts in the financial world for real estate licensees. It covers the latest challenges to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the ongoing conservatorship of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and the complex dynamics of today’s interest rates. Equip yourself with the most current financing knowledge to better serve your clients, overcome modern lending hurdles, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving real estate environment.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Real Estate Contracts: Essentials and Beyond Live Online Class (December 18, 2025)
Class Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
Class Times: 9:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Fulfill your 3-hour contracts continuing education requirement!
The course covers the essential elements of a contract and lease. Explore the fundamentals of preparing a sales contract, including financing and contingencies, as well as amendments, addenda, and defaults. The course concludes with common contract mistakes, including examples of what to look for to avoid common pitfalls.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
2024/2025 Texas Real Estate Commission Legal Update II Live Online Class v1.0 (December 12, 2025)
Class Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Class Times: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Stay Current with Required Continuing Education and Hot Topics with This Course
Required by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), this 4-hour Texas real estate continuing education course has been updated to cover the latest topics affecting real estate licensees. It provides an in-depth review to maintain understanding and foster proper administration of many topic concerns such as agency, TREC disclosures, how to represent veterans and military servicemembers, enforcement case studies, and much more.
Content provided by the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission
IMPORTANT: Please be advised of the following prior to purchasing: The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) 2024–2025 Legal Update I and II courses must be completed by 11:59 pm Central Time on December 31, 2025, in order to receive credit and fulfill the 8 Hour Legal Update I and II Continuing Education (CE) requirement.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Key Points:
- This is a required course for your SAE and CE education.
- Stay up-to-date on the most recent legal changes.
2024/2025 Texas Real Estate Commission Legal Update I Live Online Class v1.0 (December 10, 2025)
Class Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Class Times: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Stay Current with Required Continuing Education and Hot Topics with This Course
Required by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), this 4-hour Texas real estate continuing education course has been updated to cover the latest topics impacting real estate licensees. It provides an in-depth review of TREC rules, updates, and legislative changes. This course will also include a refresher on promulgated contract forms and addenda, an introduction to fair housing, the fair housing do’s and don’ts, and more on property management. This course will refresh students and enlighten them on the topics listed and much more.
Content provided by the Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission
IMPORTANT: Please be advised of the following prior to purchasing: The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) 2024-2025 Legal Update I and II courses must be completed by 11:59pm Central Time on December 31, 2025, in order to receive credit and fulfill the 8 hour Legal Update I and II Continuing Education (CE) requirement.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Key Points:
- This is a required course for your SAE and CE education.
- Stay up-to-date on the most recent legal changes.
Weathering the Storm: Natural Disasters and Real Estate Live Online Class (December 8, 2025)
Class Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
Class Times: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Don't Get Caught Unprepared: Empowering Real Estate Professionals and Consumers Against Natural Disasters
"Weathering the Storm" is designed to equip real estate professionals with information to provide homeowners, buyers, and investors with critical knowledge regarding the effects of natural disasters on real estate. You will delve into various types of natural disasters, learning about their causes, development, and severity, from earthquakes and hurricanes to tornadoes, floods, and wildfires. This isn't theory; this is survival. Learn to communicate risk assessment, understand the seismic shifts in property values and buyer behavior regarding natural disasters, and navigate the volatile market and insurance minefield of rising premiums and shifting coverage that emerge in the aftermath. Arm yourself and your customers with some disaster preparedness strategies that may mean the difference between ruin and resilience.
This real estate course is vital for anyone involved in real estate transactions within or near disaster-prone areas. Help your customers protect their assets, make informed decisions, and recover more quickly.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
HOA Essentials: Navigating Rules and Realities Live Online Class (December 5, 2025)
Class Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
Class Times: 8:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate HOA Transactions Efficiently and Ethically
This 4-hour continuing education class explores the essential duties real estate licensees have in HOA transactions. Licensees will learn their fiduciary duties, how to identify and disclose material facts related to HOAs, how to assess an HOA's financial health, and the legal and financial implications for both buyers and sellers in HOA-governed communities. Through real-world case studies and engagement activities, this course equips licensees to confidently navigate the complexities of HOA rules and financial obligations.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Understanding Accessory Dwelling Units Live Online Class (December 1, 2025)
Class Date: Monday, December 1, 2025
Class Times: 10:00 a.m. - noon (CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Unlock New Opportunities in Texas Real Estate with the Power of Accessory Dwelling Units
This 2-hour continuing education class will help real estate professionals master the opportunities and challenges presented by accessory dwelling units (ADUs). You will learn how to define various ADU types, navigate complex zoning and permitting regulations, and identify key financing and construction options. You will also be equipped to analyze the market impact of ADUs on property values and provide expert guidance to clients interested in these versatile housing solutions. By the end of the class, you will have the confidence and knowledge to help buyers and sellers capitalize on the rising ADU trend.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Financing Update: Changing Fiscal Landscape Live Online Class (November 24, 2025)
Class Date: Monday, November 24, 2025
Class Times: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.(CT)
Instructions to Enroll and Attend:
- Click the “Launch” button in advance to reserve your spot in this class and to review the course-completion instructions.
- Please note that classes are subject to cancellation five days in advance if there are fewer than five students enrolled. If a class is cancelled, it will be removed from this page and any enrolled students will be notified.
- When it’s time to attend this class, navigate back to this page and click the “Continue” button (you should do this 5-10 minutes before the class is scheduled to start).
- Click into the course and click the “Join” button to access the Zoom classroom.
- You will need to have your webcam enabled and remain in view of your camera for the entire duration of the class to receive credit.
Learn How to Navigate the Changing Fiscal Landscape as Real Estate Professionals
This 2-hour real estate CE class provides a detailed overview of the significant shifts in the financial world for real estate licensees. It covers the latest challenges to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the ongoing conservatorship of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and the complex dynamics of today’s interest rates. Equip yourself with the most current financing knowledge to better serve your clients, overcome modern lending hurdles, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving real estate environment.
IMPORTANT: All students attending a Live Online class must have their webcams enabled and remain in view of their camera for the entire duration of the class.
Texas Total Access CE Library - Online Courses
Real Estate Finance Today Correspondence Course (4-Credit Hours) (#52315)
Sharpen Up Your Financing Skills Today
In an ever-changing financial landscape with real estate reporting requirements, the Real Estate Finance Today course is an invaluable resource for your real estate career as a Texas broker. You will learn about developments in collateralized mortgage obligations, flood insurance requirements, and TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosures. This real estate course takes note of the current financial environment and explains it in clear language.
You will learn about recently available loan products and how the government influences the real estate finance world. This course will leave you with a clear understanding of what loans are available, as well as what it takes to qualify with today’s lending regulations and guidelines. Stop guessing and start knowing about today’s financing.
This course includes a physical textbook that ships upon enrollment and an online component to complete unit quizzes.
Undesigning Injustice Online Video Course (3-Credit Hour) (#50853)
Dive into Fair Housing History Like Never Before
In this dynamic real estate course for Texas brokers, students will go beyond the surface and examine systemic biases that have historically influenced housing practices. Through engaging lectures, immersive real-life stories, and discussions, students will uncover the roots of housing discrimination and dissect the historical evolution of Fair Housing. Prepare to be enthralled as the lecturer unravels the complexities of redlining, steering, and other discriminatory practices that have affected marginalized communities. Gain valuable insights into the challenges faced by historically disadvantaged groups and learn what real estate professionals can do to fight for housing equality.
Key Points:
- This real estate course offers a unique, brand-new approach to Fair Housing unlike traditional Fair Housing courses.
- Captivates audiences with real-life stories in video lectures.
- Includes interactive practice activities to test on Fair Housing topics.
2025/2026 Texas Real Estate Commission Broker Responsibility Correspondence Course (6-Credit Hours) (#50498)
Manage a Texas Brokerage with Confidence and Compliance
The Texas Real Estate Commission Rules require 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 understand the regulatory aspects of the management, operation, and supervision of a real estate brokerage firm in Texas. This 6-hour real estate online course is designed to give the licensee the knowledge required for adequate performance of these duties. Topics include policies and procedures essential to a brokerage, areas for supervision, how to comply with TREC rules, daily business actions such as AI and advertising, and top TREC complaint categories and how to avoid them.
Content provided by the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission.
Real Estate Finance Today (4-Credit Hours) (#49802)
Sharpen Up Your Financing Skills Today
In an ever-changing financial landscape with real estate reporting requirements, the Real Estate Finance Today course is an invaluable resource for your real estate career as a Texas broker. You will learn about developments in collateralized mortgage obligations, flood insurance requirements, and TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosures. This real estate course takes note of the current financial environment and explains it in clear language.
You will learn about recently available loan products and how the government influences the real estate finance world. This course will leave you with a clear understanding of what loans are available, as well as what it takes to qualify with today’s lending regulations and guidelines. Stop guessing and start knowing about today’s financing.
Real Estate Contracts: Essentials and Beyond (3-Credit Hours) (#47004)
Fulfill your 3-hour contracts continuing education requirement!
The course covers the essential elements of a contract and lease. Explore the fundamentals of preparing a sales contract, including financing and contingencies, as well as amendments, addenda, and defaults. The course concludes with common contract mistakes, including examples of what to look for to avoid common pitfalls.
Houses: Why Bad Things Happen to Good Houses (6-Credit Hours) (#51359)
Why Do Perfectly Good Houses Sometimes Go Bad?
This online video course features 6 hours of studio and onsite video learning objectives to help you understand the reasons housing systems may fail and how to prevent issues. We will take you on a building physics adventure, explaining in easy-to-understand terms how houses work and why perfectly good houses sometimes go bad. You will learn the critical role new construction materials play in reduced building tolerances and why that creates huge problems. Helpful tips will enable you to communicate more intelligently and effectively with increasingly sophisticated homeowners. No more dealing with individualized parts of the house—this course provides the whole picture.
Topics Include:
- Overview of building physics
- New construction materials
- Owner-usage-created problems
- Heating/cooling consumption
- Insulation and siding
- Communication strategies
- Air quality and cleansing technology
Key Points:
- Learn the role of construction materials in reduced building tolerances
- Understand the whole picture of how houses work
- Watch video lectures and take quick quiz questions after each video as well as unit exams
- Follow along with a downloadable workbook during the video lectures
- Learn how to communicate more effectively with clients regarding the condition of a home
Real Estate Bloopers: Preventing Client Horror Stories (4-Credit Hours) (#46973)
Use the knowledge gained from client horror stories to implement best practices and provide a positive client experience.
As humans, we are bound to make mistakes, and each mistake is an opportunity to learn. In this online real estate course, you will learn about mistakes other licensees have made so that you can avoid making the same mistakes and negatively impact your clients. This TX real estate agent course explains the impact of negative client experiences, licensees’ fiduciary duties, and representation relationships. It also covers 11 different real-world examples of mistakes made by real estate licensees, the legal and ethical issues present, and the best practices for each scenario.
Key Points:
- Understand the impact of negative client experiences and how to remedy them.
- Learn the best practices for providing a positive client experience.
The Truth About Mold (6-Credit Hours) (#47271)
Find Out the Truth About Mold Before It’s Too Late
Mold is a hot topic in the real estate industry, and real estate professionals need to understand what it is and what to do when it is found in a property. The Truth About Mold Texas real estate course explores this widely misunderstood topic with information on how issues relating to mold impact the real estate profession. You will receive practical information on remediation, reducing liability, sampling and testing kits, health effects of mold, and the differences between mold and other environmental red flags.
Key Points:
- Helps you identify situations that can cause mold, aiding in mold prevention.
- Understand what to do when mold is present in real estate.
- Learn the importance of remediation and disclosure, reducing liability for you and your sellers, and reducing harm to your buyers.
Understanding 1031 Tax-Free Exchanges (4-Credit Hours) (#47694)
Expand Your Knowledge and Understanding of Tax-Free Exchanges in Texas
This TX continuing education real estate course explores the history, evolution, rules, and forms of the strategy used to defer tax liability until a later date. Loaded with real-life examples and calculations, this online course allows you to learn the vocabulary and application of tax-free exchanges so that you are better able to answer client questions. A recent review of content ensures you will receive the most up-to-date materials.
Key Points:
- Case studies for review of important concepts in a real-world scenario.
- Unit exams to test your knowledge.
2024/2025 Texas Real Estate Commission Legal Update I Correspondence Course (4-Credit Hours) (#47600)
Mandatory Course
Effective January 1, 2020, all active salespersons and brokers not subject to Salesperson Apprentice Education (SAE) requirements are required to complete 18 hours of CE for an active license renewal. Four hours of this education must consist of Legal Update I. Additionally, salespersons under the SAE requirements must also complete four hours of Legal Update I as a part of their SAE requirements.
Stay Current with Required Continuing Education and Hot Topics with This Course
Required by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), this 4-hour Texas real estate continuing education course has been updated to cover the latest topics impacting real estate licensees. It provides an in-depth review of TREC rules, updates, and legislative changes. This course will also include a refresher on promulgated contract forms and addenda, an introduction to fair housing, the fair housing do’s and don’ts, and more on property management. This course will refresh students and enlighten them on the topics listed and much more. This course includes a PDF textbook and an online final exam.
Content provided by the Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission
IMPORTANT: Please be advised of the following prior to purchasing: The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) 2024-2025 Legal Update I and II courses must be completed by 11:59pm Central Time on December 31, 2025, in order to receive credit and fulfill the 8 hour Legal Update I and II Continuing Education (CE) requirement.
Key Points:
- This is a required course for your SAE and CE education.
- Stay up-to-date on the most recent legal changes.
2024/2025 Texas Real Estate Commission Legal Update II Correspondence Course (4-Credit Hours) (#47601)
Mandatory Course
Effective January 1, 2020, all active salespersons and brokers not subject to Salesperson Apprentice Education (SAE) requirements are required to complete 18 hours of CE for an active license renewal. Four hours of this education must consist of Legal Update I. Additionally, salespersons under the SAE requirements must also complete four hours of Legal Update I as a part of their SAE requirements.
Stay Current with Required Continuing Education and Hot Topics with This Course
Required by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), this 4-hour Texas real estate continuing education course has been updated to cover the latest topics affecting real estate licensees. It provides an in-depth review to maintain understanding and foster proper administration of many topic concerns such as agency, TREC disclosures, how to represent veterans and military servicemembers, enforcement case studies, and much more. This course includes a PDF textbook and an online final exam.
Content provided by the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission
IMPORTANT: Please be advised of the following prior to purchasing: The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) 2024–2025 Legal Update I and II courses must be completed by 11:59 pm Central Time on December 31, 2025, in order to receive credit and fulfill the 8 Hour Legal Update I and II Continuing Education (CE) requirement.
Key Points:
- This is a required course for your SAE and CE education.
- Stay up-to-date on the most recent legal changes.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T RESPA to Avoid Penalties and Loss of License (4-Credit Hours) (#46811)
Learn How to Navigate the Ins and Outs of RESPA in Texas
RESPA—the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act—applies to loans associated with federally related mortgage loans and was created to help home purchasers make informed decisions about their real estate transactions, as well as prohibit unlawful practices by real estate settlement providers. This online TX real estate course guides you through the requirements of the law, so you can avoid running afoul of it. Learn why the RESPA real estate law was created, who it impacts, the implications of violating the law, and examples to help you avoid the behavior that leads to fines, censure, loss of license, and/or imprisonment.
Key Points:
- Engaging video presented by knowledgeable real estate professionals
- Understand the ins and outs of the RESPA real estate law in Texas
- Get examples of behavior that constitute RESPA violation
The Tiny House: Is it a Phase or Craze? (4-Credit Hours)
Tiny Houses: What’s All the Hype About in Texas?
Witness this emerging market segment as you learn about the new world of tiny house living in Texas. In The Tiny House: Is It a Phase or Craze?, you’ll learn the origin of the tiny house; different types of tiny houses; the structural elements, costs, and considerations; and when a tiny house is considered real property. The tiny house is a reflection of expressed values by a growing number of buyers today: simple living in natural surroundings and smaller more efficient living spaces.
This online real estate course for Texas will reveal a client group whose needs may be unclear—until now. This course will prepare you to be knowledgeable of the construction and informed about market needs, as well as provide you with options to discuss with your clients who are seeking this type of real estate.
Texas real estate course topics include:
- Emerging Values Increase Demand for Tiny Houses
- Real Estate Solutions Addressing New Needs of Clients
- Momentum of Demand
- Concerns and Obstacles
- What a Tiny House Is and Is Not
- Basic Structural Elements
Law Chronicles: Episode 1 (1-Credit Hour) (#46270)
Stay Up-to-Date on Real Estate Law with This Course
Many real estate professionals believe they understand real estate laws and think they’re in compliance, but the truth is that professionals across the United States continue to be disciplined for violating some of the most fundamental laws. This online real estate course takes a fresh look at old laws by reviewing the latest violations and provides real-life examples of what not to do. The topics are short and interesting, presenting content in text and video from a variety of real estate experts.
Key Points:
- Find out what you didn't know—so often we make mistakes because we don't know that we're doing something wrong.
- Learn from recent real-life cases about people just like you.
- The topics are short, fun, and can be applied immediately to your real estate practice.
Principle-Centered Real Estate (4-Credit Hours) (#51498)
Center Your Real Estate Career Around Upholding Ethical Principles
This online video real estate course will teach you how to cultivate success in real estate transactions by upholding ethical principles. It will help you better connect with, communicate to, and create loyal, long-term clients. The presenter, a national speaker and author, brings a one-of-a-kind, passionate delivery of this course through engaging stories and the practical application of course topics. This video course will keep you on the edge of your seat while learning techniques that you can put to use immediately and throughout your career.
Key Points:
- Take a unique, brand-new approach to ethics in real estate unlike other continuing education courses you’ve taken
- Learn real techniques to help you build relationships in both personal and professional paths
- Watch 20+ interesting video segments
- Understand the importance of maintaining ethical principles and how to apply them in your transactions
Scams, Scoundrels, and Real Estate Stings Correspondence Course (7-Credit Hours) (#49548)
Become an Invaluable Resource to Your Client and the Industry By Learning How to Spot Scammers at the First Sniff of Trouble
Real estate scams have come a long way and are far-reaching. This course will explain how scams hurt your reputation and the liability that comes with being associated with a real estate scam. Learn about schemes, like flopping, and how high- and low-tech scammers prey on the unsuspecting, as well as how one person’s scam is every agent’s burden to bear and how you can sting-proof your reputation while keeping your clients out of harm’s way and protecting their interests.
This real estate course takes you one crime at a time, on the journey of sleuthing the facts, recognizing who is liable, assessing the consequences, and revealing the resources that will help you avoid the dark side of the industry.
Key Points:
- Complete your continuing education at your own pace and from home.
- Understand real estate scams and how they affect you, your clients, and the industry.
- Learn how to protect yourself and your clients.
- Receive a PDF of the textbook to learn at your convenience.
Unconscious Bias and Discrimination Correspondence Course (1-Credit Hour) (#43371)
What You Don't Know CAN Hurt You...and Your Customers, Too.
This course examines unconscious biases and helps you to address it in your life and in your real estate practice. Eliminating both conscious and unconscious bias is not only the right thing to do for your clients and customers, but it also can open a new world of opportunity. In this class, you will look at how you can create a bias-proof process that will lead to numerous benefits.
Key Points:
- Address key areas such as buyer consultation, seller consultation, and listing appointments.
- Gain awareness in areas you didn't know where problematic.
- Address unconscious bias at various points of the transaction with buyers and sellers.
- Complete your continuing education at your own pace and from home.
- Receive a PDF of the textbook to learn at your convenience.
Property Management and Managing Risk (6-Credit Hours) (#50044)
A High-Level View of the Fastest-Growing Segment in Real Estate Today
Real estate property management is the fastest-growing segment of Today's real estate marketplace as more and more people are displaced from their homes through foreclosure and need to find shelter in a rental. In this introductory course, you will receive a comprehensive overview of what major duties and responsibilities are assigned to a property manager, explore the economics of the rental business, and learn the biggest risks and liabilities associated with managing rental properties.
Environmental Issues in Your Real Estate Practice (6-Credit Hours) (#48695)
Learn About the Most Common Environmental Hazards You May Encounter in a Transaction
Environmental Issues in Your Real Estate Practice is an online, general real estate CE course designed to provide information about the most common potential environmental hazards today. Updated with new information about flooding, each unit provides relevant information and examples to prepare you for the environmental issues you may face in your transactions, including air and water quality issues as well as onsite and offsite environmental hazards. Each unit also contains interactive activities, quick quizzes to test your knowledge, and a unit exam. The course is intended to help you do your due diligence when evaluating properties as well as avoid legal liability.
Key Benefits:
- Includes the most common environmental hazards you may encounter in a transaction
- Updated to include new information about flooding
- New and updated real-life examples
- Unit quizzes check knowledge and reinforce important concepts
Unconscious Bias: Barrier to Service? (2-Credit Hours) (#48124)
What you don't know CAN hurt you…and your customers, too!
This course examines unconscious biases and helps you to address it in your life and in your real estate practice. Eliminating both conscious and unconscious bias is not only the right thing to do for your clients and customers, but it also can open a new world of opportunity. In this video course, you will look at how you can create a bias-proof process that will lead to numerous benefits.
Key Points:
• Address key areas such as buyer consultation, seller consultation, listing appointments, open house leads, and internet inquiries
• Gain awareness in areas you didn't know where problematic
• Address unconscious bias at various points of the transaction with buyers and sellers
Analyzing Opportunities for Repurposing Property Correspondence Course (1-Credit Hour) (#51491)
Find success on your schedule!
According to demographers, our country is going to need hundreds of thousands of new housing units to accommodate a growing population. Real estate licensees have an opportunity to participate in creating those housing units. In this course, you will learn how to identify potential properties for repurposing. Once identified, you'll want to understand what issues to examine to determine feasibility of the project. You'll also learn who is buying repurposed housing so you'll know who your target market will be. Find out if this is a niche you might be interested in exploring further.
Real Estate Contracts: Essentials and Beyond Correspondence Course (3-Credit Hours) (#46261)
Fulfill your 3-hour contracts continuing education requirement!
The course covers the essential elements of a contract and lease. Explore the fundamentals of preparing a sales contract, including financing and contingencies, as well as amendments, addenda, and defaults. The course concludes with common contract mistakes, including examples of what to look for to avoid common pitfalls.
Water: How it Affects Property (4-Credit Hours) (#44789)
As a real estate professional, encountering property that is on water, near water, or comes with a water feature is very common.
In this course, you will learn how to effectively guide your clients in making appropriate decisions concerning buying, selling, and assessing properties in which water is involved. By the end of this course, you will be able to answer the following questions and more: "What are the risks of a pond on the property?” "Does a rain garden increase the value of a property?” "Can those cattails be cleared for a better view of the lake?”
Our expert instructor also addresses issues that arise regarding storm water run-off, ponds, wetlands, and streams. you'll learn the real estate value of safe drinking water from private and municipal well sources, as well as who owns water assets and who is responsible for associated costs. This course will inform you of essential facts and critical knowledge that can save you and your clients from making costly real estate decisions.
Key Points:
- Explains basic impacts of water on property
- What you need to know about water issues in order to represent your clients well
- Learn how water affects the value of property
- Understand the issues surrounding drainage, stormwater run-off, septic systems, private wells, and sound water management practices
Foreclosures, Short Sales, and REOs: Tools for Success in Today's Market (6-Credit Hours) (#50043)
Learn necessary information to be a successful real estate professional.
In this course, you will review both the judicial and non-judicial foreclosure processes along with rights of redemption and foreclosure timelines. You will learn the pertinent forms used in short sale and REO proceedings, including key terms and definitions of the foreclosure business.
This course can guide you to success by helping you identify and market a short sale property and teaching you the right person to connect with at the lender. Whether you just need to sharpen your distressed property skills or are jumping in for the first time, this course is made for you.
Key Points:
- Access your online course on your schedule, any time it is convenient for you
- Review both the judicial and non-judicial foreclosure processes
- Understand how to identify and market a short sale property
- Learn the right person to contact at the lender
High-Performance Housing (1-Credit Hour) (#52310)
Learn about the different powers of energy that impact homes.
Using the principles of building science, you will learn about the building envelope and how it helps protect the home from energy loss. you'll also learn the different powers of energy types, such as electricity, and fossil fuels. This course will give you the information you need to best serve your clients.
Key Points:
- The course satisfies one-hour of elective CE
- This course covers topics from building science to energy basics
- Learn from the comfort of your home
Protecting Elders from Real Estate Scams Online Video Course (4-Credit Hours) (#47645)
Learn to protect some of America's most vulnerable citizens with this immersive video course.
The law recognizes that elders are susceptible to financial abuse and fraud. Real estate licensees are uniquely positioned to help protect these vulnerable individuals from being preyed upon. This online video course gives you the knowledge of the most common types of elder scams and how you can help elders to take steps to prevent abuse. Video instructors describe how and to whom to report suspected elder financial abuse. Through education, knowledge, and awareness, you can contribute to safeguarding the interests of your clients and other consumers in the marketplace.
Key Benefits:
- Learn about common scams that target the elderly
- Learn to recognize the warning signs of financial abuse, so you can prevent further damage
- Understand what you can do to help
Key Points:
- Learn about common scams that target the elderly
- Learn to recognize the warning signs of financial abuse, so you can prevent further damage
- Understand what you can do to help
Solving the Downpayment Dilemma (4-Credit Hours) (#42567)
Learn how to overcome one of the biggest home buying hurtles!
How can you help more people realize the dream of owning a home? By solving the down payment dilemma. In this course, you will explore the concepts and innovative programs that make that dream come true. This course explores how to crowdfund a down payment, how to qualify for state and federal low down payment programs, as well as how to find and reach customers—whether millennials with high student loan debt or newlyweds looking to improve their credit scores—who need down payment assistance.
Key Benefits:
- Understand the needs of consumers young and old and how to navigate the needs and wants of millennials and baby boomers
- Learn about federal and state programs that offer downpayment assistance
- Discover how to use crowdfunding to earn downpayment funding
- Analyze the home search process and categories of consumers in the market
The CIC Paper Chase (2-Credit Hours) (#48001)
Gain the knowledge you need to represent clients skillfully in common interest community (CIC) transactions!
Learn about the required documents you need to secure for your buyer’s time-sensitive review. Many potential real estate buyers are intrigued about owning a property with shared amenities and services they would not be able to afford on their own, but they should be knowledgeable about the fees and limitations associated with these properties. you'll also learn what to spot in those documents to help your clients determine whether the properties they are considering are sound investments.
Key Benefits:
- Understand your role and the value you bring to your clients by identifying the key documents to review
- Spot red flags to help your clients avoid potential bad investments
- Help your clients determine the financial health of the real estate
- Learn how to uncover hidden costs, so your clients aren’t caught off guard
Your Client's Financing: Dos and Don’ts (2-Credit Hours) (#46283)
Help your clients avoid financing pitfalls!
From initial contact through the closing, real estate agents must move with the market. you'll learn how economic conditions, such as rising interest rates and employment indicators, along with many other factors, affect every client decision. This course will guide you step-by-step so you can help buyers choose the right type of funding. In addition, you'll be able to ensure buyers and sellers are getting the best possible price, all while providing a smooth transaction.
Experience pre-recorded, instructor-led video courses that allow you to review each lesson or segment when your schedule allows...and as often as you like. All you need is a reliable internet connection and a comfortable chair!
Key Benefits
- Know what lenders will accept and what they will not, so you can advise your clients appropriately
- Have a solid lender commitment with every offer
- Learn how to set your client’s expectations during the offer, after the offer, and going into the closing
- Avoid last-minute financing changes that can delay closing
Key Points:
- Know what lenders will accept and what they will not, so you can advise your clients appropriately
- Have a solid lender commitment with every offer
- Learn how to set your client’s expectations during the offer, after the offer, and going into the closing
- Avoid last-minute financing changes that can delay closing
Mediate–Litigate–Arbitrate: Be Informed (2-Credit Hours) (#51235)
Ever wonder what the difference is between mediation, litigation, and arbitration, and when each is best suited for the situation?
Learn the features, advantages, benefits, and limitations of each of these three dispute resolution types in order to help you educate your clients concerning their choices at critical and often tense decision making junctures. Each of the three dispute resolution types are examined and explained in simple yet comprehensive terms to enable your understanding and increase your confidence. Explore the difference between binding and non-binding arbitration, the defining elements and consequences of both, as well as the potential for an arbitration appeal. Real-life situations illustrate each dispute resolution option to help you gain relevant and applicable knowledge to use in future situations, limit your chances of being sued, and prepare you for the real estate world of today.
Key Points:
- Reduce your liability and better serve your clients by understanding each of the types of dispute resolution
- Understand your specific role in each type of resolution and when to defer to others
- Quick quiz questions following each video help gauge your understanding and retention of the content
- Downloadable workbook pdf allows you to follow along with the video lecture
Real Estate and Taxes: What Every Agent Should Know (6-Credit Hours) (#50237)
Tax laws that help you and your clients.
Learn how to demystify tax laws to help your clients make smarter housing decisions. you'll obtain a thorough background on basic tax issues, calculations, and formulas in order to gain the knowledge and practice to better assist clients on tax-related questions and issues. you'll learn the general requirements for deductions and explore how gains or losses are computed. Discover What's included in the selling price and what may be included as selling expenses.
Filled with pertinent and thought-provoking case studies, this course will leave you with a clear understanding of available deductions and what it takes to qualify within existing tax laws. Stop guessing and start knowing about tax deductions that can help you and your clients. Enroll today!
Topics Include:
- Home mortgage interest deductions
- Taxation of profit
- The exclusion rule for gain on the sale of a principal residence
- Applying passive loss rules to real estate professionals
- Office-in-home rules
Key Points:
- Access your online course on your schedule, anytime it is convenient for you
- Updated content includes tax law changes and current real estate industry trends
- Case studies, with discussion questions, provide real-world application of core real estate tax concepts
- Interactive exercises included in every unit
Liars, Cheaters, and Thieves: Averting Client Catastrophe (4-Credit Hours) (#48733)
Protect your client and safeguard your real estate business and career!
Can you name three of the top ten legal issues real estate professionals face today? This course enlightens you to all top ten issues, plus helps you navigate through the murky waters that can prevail when a clear understanding of real estate laws, statutes, and rulings is loosely or vaguely interpreted.
This course illuminates the issues that create problems in real estate transactions. You will learn to identify what constitutes negligence, and when it is fraud. you'll sharpen your understanding of what happens when a client makes a Breach of Contract claim, and how to avoid misleading statements that can have disastrous ramifications for you, your client, and your business. Your expert instructor will lead you through case studies to identify critical issues, determine what happened, discuss how the situation could have been handled appropriately, and learn how to resolve the conflict legally and within the scope of the law. Prepare for real-life real estate and avoid risky business mistakes in this essential course.
Topics Include:
- Top ten legal issues for licensees
- Failing to disclose a property defect
- Breach of duty
- Representing clients in unfamiliar territory
- Misleading statements equals deception
- Breach of Contract claims
- Failing to recommend inspections
- Negligence—when is an action innocent; when it is not
Key Points:
- Downloadable workbook pdf follows the video lecture, helping you follow along with the option to print and take notes
- Teaches common legal issues for licensees and how to avoid them
- Discussion video segments with two subject-matter experts discussing real-life situations to bring the content alive and reinforce learning objectives
- Real-life case studies for easy application of concepts
Investment Property Practice and Management (10-Credit Hours) (#46479)
Learn about investing and managing rental properties
While property management presents significant challenges, there is also the potential for very lucrative earnings from investment properties. This course will provide you with a comprehensive overview of what major duties and responsibilities are assigned to a Property Manager. You will explore the economics of the rental business, from setting rents and estimating vacancies to scheduling daily maintenance and construction projects.
Learn how to realize the investment opportunity for various categories of commercial property, including office, retail, industrial, and multiunit residential. you'll also explore the financial and tax elements involved in commercial real estate.
Topics Include:
- Owner/tenant relationships
- State and federal regulations
- Leases
- Financial analysis
- Safety Management
- Classifications of real property
- Management plans
- Market Value
- Marketing Plans
- Rate of Return Analysis
Key Points:
- Access your online course on your schedule, anytime it is convenient for you
- Get a comprehensive overview of major property management duties and responsibilities
- Explore the economics of the rental business
Millennials: Challenging the Traditional Real Estate Model OnDemand Course (4-Credit Hours) (#48790)
Strategies and tips for working with Millennials.
This course examines the factors driving Today's real estate market. The instructor will take you beyond the newspaper headlines to illustrate how the former driving factors of real estate no longer apply, as millennial buyers outpace baby boomers (previously the largest real estate buyer group). You will learn how millennials—Today's largest real estate market—buy, sell, rent, strategize, and communicate. Learn how you can better serve this new leading population of clients.
This course will challenge past approaches to working with clients and illustrate successful approaches to working with Today's buyers and sellers. Get insight into how to educate yourself about millennials’ specific preferences and how builders and the real estate industry are responding to them.
You will explore essential expectations and patterns so you can refine and re-tool and your knowledge and practices, as well as your branding and image to reflect an understanding of the new real estate model. This course focuses on increasing your ability to work effectively and productively with millennials to achieve their real estate goals, as well as yours!
Topics include:
- Traditional versus millennial real estate model
- Defining the market
- Wants, needs, and deal breakers
- Motivation
- The affected real estate market and model
- Effective strategies for working with millennials
Key Points:
- Understand the how to communicate and strategize with Millennial buyers
- Increase your ability to work effectively and productively with Millennials
Risk Management (6-Credit Hours) (#46269)
The more business you do, the greater the chance of making an error. Stay sharp and avoid legal problems!
it's hard to sell homes from inside a courtroom. We live in a litigious society, and whenever there is an issue in a real estate transaction, somebody inevitably points a finger at the agent. Today more than ever, you need to know the laws and fastidiously adhere to sound risk management practices.
In this course you will learn the frequent causes of litigation, including misrepresentation claims and unauthorized practice of law. Discover how environmental hazards such as mold and the Lead-Based Paint Reduction Act create unique risk anticipation issues for agents, and how you can successfully navigate them.
Explore the advantages and drawbacks of seller agency, buyer agency, and dual agency for in-house sales. Learn to avoid the conduct prohibited by fair housing laws and receive pointers of how to keep from getting claims of discrimination under ADA. This course provides an action plan for minimizing liability and helps you establish procedures for education, risk shifting, risk anticipation, and risk control.
Topics include:
- Misrepresentation, Nondisclosure, and Unauthorized Practice Of Law
- Disclosure of Environmental Hazards
- Agency
- Federal Fair Housing Laws
- The Americans with Disabilities Act
- Antitrust Laws
Key Points:
- Access your online course on your schedule, anytime it is convenient for you
- Learn the frequent causes of litigation
- Develop an action plan for minimizing liability
- Learn to establish procedures for education
- Understand the finer points of risk shifting, risk anticipation, and risk control
Good, Better, Best: When Price, Quality, and Value All Matter (6-Credit Hours) (#50353)
Finally, a course that tells you everything you need to know about legitimate value in Today's rigorous appraisal world. Calling all real estate agents, contractors, builders, and appraisers: prepare to be guided through the covert back alleys of home valuation, looking at products and features with the through the lens of an appraiser, contractor/builder, AND real estate professional.
you'll learn the universal language used by appraisers—providing you knowledge that pays when advising clients on everything from product selection to an appropriate offer on a property, or on identifying an appropriate listing price for a property. you'll acquire an insider’s view of how value is defined and assigned by the appraiser. Also, you'll understand the consumer criteria of price, longevity, performance, aesthetics, and resale value for a variety of property elements.
Learn what does and does not have monetary value in an appraiser's eyes, getting a snapshot of the essential tools and assessment methods used to establish the ultimate value of a property. you'll also learn how to help your clients identify poor quality in spite of acceptable appearance. Find out what the most surprising low-cost, high-value materials are, what type of siding lasts the longest, and which foundation type will save homeowners the most money in the long run.
Learn about the real differences in construction quality, and what has monetary value in addition to aesthetic value. Learn how to translate otherwise confusing terms and definitions into useful information you can communicate to your clients. Whether your interest is in existing property, new construction, or proposed renovations, you'll pick up essential information to increase your professional competence.
Topics include:
- Appraisal 101: what appraisers do and why it matters to you
- What the new quality numbers mean to your clients
- Differentiating characteristics of architectural styles and construction features
- Products and materials that create value
- Communicating quality distinctions to clients to improve knowledge and selection