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Things To Know When Buying and Selling Condominiums
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.
Execute, Amend, or Terminate
WE WILL REVIEW THE UPCOMING CONTRACT CHANGES. THIS IS A TREC APPROVED CONTRACTS CLASS. Guiding your clients through their biggest purchase takes an understanding of both the positive and negative consequences to each selection in our contracts and forms. Acting as both a Fiduciary and a guide hired to explain all their choices, and negotiating power or lack thereof (depending on the market). Empowering Buyers & Sellers with your knowledge and expertise to make the selection that best suits their needs. Whether performing your duties as a Buyers agent or a Sellers agent your advice matters. We are not here to tell the principles what to do, but to share what their options are and the possible response to each selection. Knowledge and competency of those contract forms are imperative, and we review the forms to execute, amend and terminate representation agreements, listing agreements, and the residential contract.
REALTORS® Legislative Meetings
Washington DC
Hill Visits, Committee Meetings
National Advocacy
Line By Line Through The 1-4 Contract
WE WILL REVIEW THE CHANGES TO THE TREC CONTRACTS AND TXR FORM UPDATES!
As one of the most used residential forms you should be able to clearly and concisely guide your clients through The 1-4 Family Residential Contract.
Looking out for your clients best interets, being able to accurately explain contingencies, exclusions, option period, survey, closing date and much much more is our fiduciary duty.
This class literally goes line by line through the contract.
Provider: TXR #001
Course: # 6069
Instructor: Alisha Austin
“Value” is Not A Four-Letter Word
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
Texas: New Laws & Contract Updates
The 89th Texas Legislature addressed several important issues affecting real estate statewide. Related legislation has been signed into law, including SB 2349 (effective Sept, 1, 2025) and SB 1968 (effective Jan. 1, 2026). These bills directly impact consumers and licensees. This course is designed to address these changes to the Texas Real Estate Licensing Act and bring awareness to licensees who are the boots on the ground working with buyers and sellers in a dynamic and changing real estate environment.
The One to Four Contracts
The purpose of this course is to familiarize the real estate licensee with the most commonly used forms in a residential real estate transaction. This class analyzes the liability aspects of the TREC forms, discussing the structure of the contract, the nature of written contracts, default, alternative dispute resolutions, loser pay provisions and earnest money disputes. The class teaches the real estate licensee the basic liability theories arising from the TREC one to four contract.
I Have My (Brokers) License Now What?
CONGRATULATIONS!!
You did it (or are working on it) you have your Brokers license!!
AWESOME!!
Now what?
We will discuss next steps, options, things to look into, things to watch out for, and maybe MOST IMPORTANT what has changed with your new accomplishment and conversations you MUST have with your Broker of Record!
Look forward to helping you avoid the pitfalls and issues I personally ran into when this happened to me after getting my Brokers license in 2013...I wrote this class just because of my 2013, 2015, and 2018!!
Look forward to seeing you there!!
Provider #001
Course # 6192
Instructor 101
Becoming certified as an instructor is just the first step to actually teaching. This course will assist you in finding what you are qualified to teach, how to schedule classes, and basic advertising. Understanding your requirements when teaching onsite and offsite. Delivery and timing of your material is a skill in itself. Zoom basics, and resources. TREC requirements, students, feedback, and recording CE will all be reviewed, and a segment on “what to do when something goes wrong?”
2026-2027 TREC Legal I
Did you know that as a license holder you have legal requirements and regulations for engaging in the real estate business? Perhaps you also belong to a trade association connected to the real estate business that has a code of conduct and you see that as a requirement for engaging in the business. There is more to your requirements than a trade association expectations. It is every license holder’s responsibility to know and operate under the current laws applicable to their license. The course covers the requirements Texas law places upon all license holders regard ing ethical conduct when facilitating a real estate transaction.
2026-2027 TREC Legal II
Did you know that as a license holder you have TREC ethics standards for engaging in the real estate business? Perhaps you belong to a real estate trade association that has a code of ethics as a requirement for engaging in the business. Texas law and the various trade association code of ethics are similar yet not identical. This class is about your license requirements not, trade association expectations. The course covers the requirements Texas law places upon all license holders regarding ethics and conduct when facilitating a real estate transaction.
Broker Responsibility
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 courseProvider #001
Course #50498
GRI - Business Skills
The topics include Seller Services, Buyer Services, Technology, Environment & Green Building.
The Texas-specific GRI® designation is obtained by attending an intensive series of classes that totals 90 hours of classroom instruction. Earning the GRI® designation is a way to stand out to prospective homebuyers and sellers as a REALTOR® who has gained in-depth knowledge on technical subjects as well as the fundamentals of real estate. Texas REALTORS® who have earned their GRI® earn twice as much as non-designees.
Texas GRI® has been updated to keep pace with changing laws, technology, and best practices. This designation satisfies the 90-hour SAE requirement for new Texas REALTORS®.
Hoa Changes You Need To Know
Substantial HOA reforms have been put into law during the last several legislative session which have brought about some of the most sweeping changes for Texas HOAs in history. Many of which directly affect you and your clients.
GRI - Business Skills
The topics include Seller Services, Buyer Services, Technology, Environment & Green Building.
The Texas-specific GRI® designation is obtained by attending an intensive series of classes that totals 90 hours of classroom instruction. Earning the GRI® designation is a way to stand out to prospective homebuyers and sellers as a REALTOR® who has gained in-depth knowledge on technical subjects as well as the fundamentals of real estate. Texas REALTORS® who have earned their GRI® earn twice as much as non-designees.
Texas GRI® has been updated to keep pace with changing laws, technology, and best practices. This designation satisfies the 90-hour SAE requirement for new Texas REALTORS®.
City Codes, Ordinances & Restrictions - Where to Start
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.
You Text WHO and Said WHAT?
Text, email, DM—we’re communicating faster than ever, but are we being understood? This course dives into the art of digital communication, helping you think about what you say, how you say it, and who you’re saying it to.
Provider #001
Course #49571
The One to Four Contracts
The purpose of this course is to familiarize the real estate licensee with the most commonly used forms in a residential real estate transaction. This class analyzes the liability aspects of the TREC forms, discussing the structure of the contract, the nature of written contracts, default, alternative dispute resolutions, loser pay provisions and earnest money disputes. The class teaches the real estate licensee the basic liability theories arising from the TREC one to four contract.
Pool Crack or Concrete Cancer
Swimming Pools can be found in a large percentage of Texas real estate. Staying competent includes knowing the contract implications and having resources to provide to your clients is imperative. Swimming pools are highly desired by some clients and despised by others. Knowing what to watch for in the contract, and keeping a list of pool inspectors are just a few important pieces for pool competency. Installation, warranty, permits, maintenance, chemicals, supplies, vendors, and history of pool repairs can potentially make the difference of a happy, frustrated, or angry pool owner!
The Forms You Need to Know Women's Council CTX
WE WILL REVIEW THE TREC & TXR CHANGES COMING. 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.
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS)
Regardless of how long a real estate agent has been in the business, seller agency has been available and more importantly, it remains the primary focus for agents across the country. However, since the advent of buyer agency and the emphasis on training how to be an effective buyer representative, it has become apparent we can no longer assume seller agents have the same level of effectiveness. The Seller Representative Specialist course is a 16 hour course designed to take a new agent to an accomplished level sooner and an already successful agent to an even higher level of competency. It focuses on the skills necessary to properly represent a property owner, including agency, marketing, and servicing the client.
Broker Responsibility
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 courseProvider #001
Course #50498
Texas: New Laws & Contract Updates
The 89th Texas Legislature addressed several important issues affecting real estate statewide. Related legislation has been signed into law, including SB 2349 (effective Sept, 1, 2025) and SB 1968 (effective Jan. 1, 2026). These bills directly impact consumers and licensees. This course is designed to address these changes to the Texas Real Estate Licensing Act and bring awareness to licensees who are the boots on the ground working with buyers and sellers in a dynamic and changing real estate environment.
From Relationships to Referrals
This class provides agents time-tested strategies that if implemented, will keep them intentional in growing their business. They’ll learn to use technology and not be distracted by it to avoid becoming counter-productive. Agents will learn effective communnication skills, where and how to spend their time and understand that its relationships that drive business, not a marketing/advertising budget.
Professional Standards Training
This course is devoted to real estate professionalism and the Code Enforcement that is relevant to every real estate professional on a daily basis. This course explains the enforcement process and the duties agents have to their clients, customers and public as well as other real estate agents. Upon completion of the course the real estate licensee will understand how to distinguish between G/C, P/S and BOD role in the Professional Standards process; differentiate between Mediation and Arbitration and discuss advantages of the Ombudsman Program. As a member of the real estate profession each license holder must be aware of the code of conduct governing how they do business. This course will provide training and understanding regarding the standards of professionalism they are required to adhere to in business dealings and relationships as determined by the State of Texas, as well as the Texas and National Association of REALTORS®.
Line By Line Through The 1-4 Contract
This class goes line by through the 1-4 Family Residential Contract. As one of the most used forms being able to clearly and concisely guide clients with completion is imperative. Being able to explain and guide Buyers and Sellers through the 1-4 Family Contract is imperative. Looking out for their best interest and explaining the impact of contingencies, exclusions, option, survey, closing date and much, much more is our fiduciary duty. This class goes line by through the 1-4 Family Residential Contract. As one of the most used residential forms you should be able to competently, clearly, and concisely guide your clients through the TXR 1601. Knowing what your specific clients priorities are is imperative to looking out for their best interests.
Stay Out of Trouble In YOUR Lane
Staying in your lane can be one of your largest risk reduction tools. We will review several forms to help you "staying in your lane".
Staying in your lane is a very important concept that every agent needs to openly discuss, understand, and practice. This can be one of the largest risk reduction tools. Learning to stay in your lane is of utmost importance for today’s real estate professional. Just by trying to help agents can venture into “scary territory” well outside their “lane” or Scope. If you are not a lawyer, inspector, surveyor, lender, escrow officer, insurance provider, tax preparer, plumber, electrician, etc etc…DON’T act like one! We will share several Texas REALTORS® Forms designed exactly for this reason. Over helping, Source of the Source, Commission-ectomy, and e=evidence will all be discussed in depth, to help keep you IN YOUR LANE!
TXR Provider #001
Course #6075
Triple Your Repeat & Referral Business
learn how to work leads to generate more leads, transition from passively accepting occasional referrals to a pro-active referral mind set
The goal of this course is to provide real estate professionals with the information needed to build their repeat and referral business by building trust in customers, clients and fellow agents. Agents will learn how to work leads to generate more leads, transition from passively accepting occasional referrals to a pro-active referral mind set, and make the connection between their “brand” and referral success. Participants will walk away with practical and applicable information that they can immediately begin to implement in their business model
Provider : Texas REALTORS® #: 001 Course # 6087-RECE
Instructor: Alisha Austin
43 Ways to Lose Your License
Can a licensee write a personal check for a client's option fee? Do you have to have written authorization to place a "For Sale" sign on a property? Learn the answers to these questions and more. Students will learn best practices and practical ways to avoid complaints and stay out of hot water with the Texas Real Estate Commission. This course will inform real estate license holders of the grounds for suspension or revocation of their license under the Texas Occupational Code. The course will examine both the code and current enforcement matters from the TREC Advisor.
Texas HOA's Buyer/Seller Benefits & Implications
Do you know the TXR 1405, TXR 1921, and TXR 1922? Recent Texas legislation has brought about many changes for Texas Owners Associations also known as HOA’s. Many of these changes will directly affect license holders and their clients. This course will address how legislative changes to HOA guidelines will impact the 1-4 contract, related addendums, and property tax codes.
Broker Responsibility
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 courseProvider #001
Course #50498
GRI - Real Estate Brokerage
The topics include professional standards, policies and procedures, brokerage and agency relationships, and business development.
The Texas-specific GRI® designation is obtained by attending an intensive series of classes that totals 90 hours of classroom instruction. Earning the GRI® designation is a way to stand out to prospective homebuyers and sellers as a REALTOR® who has gained in-depth knowledge on technical subjects as well as the fundamentals of real estate. Texas REALTORS® who have earned their GRI® earn twice as much as non-designees.
Texas GRI® has been updated to keep pace with changing laws, technology, and best practices. This designation satisfies the 90-hour SAE requirement for new Texas REALTORS®.
Texas: New Laws & Contract Updates
The 89th Texas Legislature addressed several important issues affecting real estate statewide. Related legislation has been signed into law, including SB 2349 (effective Sept, 1, 2025) and SB 1968 (effective Jan. 1, 2026). These bills directly impact consumers and licensees. This course is designed to address these changes to the Texas Real Estate Licensing Act and bring awareness to licensees who are the boots on the ground working with buyers and sellers in a dynamic and changing real estate environment.
GRI - Real Estate Brokerage
The topics include professional standards, policies and procedures, brokerage and agency relationships, and business development.
The Texas-specific GRI® designation is obtained by attending an intensive series of classes that totals 90 hours of classroom instruction. Earning the GRI® designation is a way to stand out to prospective homebuyers and sellers as a REALTOR® who has gained in-depth knowledge on technical subjects as well as the fundamentals of real estate. Texas REALTORS® who have earned their GRI® earn twice as much as non-designees.
Texas GRI® has been updated to keep pace with changing laws, technology, and best practices. This designation satisfies the 90-hour SAE requirement for new Texas REALTORS®.
Alisha’s Education Provider links
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Texas REALTORS® Education
MEMBERS OF Texas REALTORS® VISIT THE LINK TO SEE ALL OF ALI HA’S CLASSES AND EVENTS AVAILABLE THROUGH THEM.
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Empower TXR
TREC Provider #10971
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Witches Corner of Real Estate
MEMBERS OF Witches Corner of REAL STATE VISIT THIS LINK TO VIEW ALL OF ALISHA’S LIVE CLASSES.