2025 Archive
The Dispatch - November 21
TREC REALM Portal Update
Starting Tuesday, December 2, TREC will enter a blackout period as they transition to their new Real Estate and Appraiser Licensing Management (REALM) Portal. After the blackout period (projected to end Tuesday, December 9), TREC’s system will utilize new licenses that include the original license number and a license-type suffix (i.e. 123456-SA). EdConnect is prepared to accept both legacy and new licenses, and report education attendees to TREC in the correct license format. While there might be delays to posting education records to the TREC website during the blackout period, there will be no interruption in reporting education records to EdConnect or changes on how you process courses through Texas REALTORS®.
If you work with another Provider to offer substantive education, it might be prudent to ensure they’re prepared for the transition.
PD Education Subcommittee Report
It has been a great year for the Education subcommittee and a lot has been accomplished. Please take a minute to review the slide deck to see the amazing amount of work that was accomplished in 2025!
Contract Forms Update
The contract forms update from the Texas REALTORS® Legal team is now available. View the forms update from the November 19 presentation; to access the slide deck, click here.
2026 Subscriptions & Broadcast Calendar
In a move to refocus resources to the quality of programs provided, 2026 will be the last year Subscription and Broadcast classes will be offered. We are excited for the changes that are in the works and how we can better serve members and associations!
The Dispatch - November 14
TREC REALM Portal Update
Starting Tuesday, December 2, TREC will enter a blackout period as they transition to their new Real Estate and Appraiser Licensing Management (REALM) Portal. After the blackout period (projected to end Tuesday, December 9), TREC’s system will utilize new licenses that include the original license number and a license-type suffix (i.e. 123456-SA). EdConnect is prepared to accept both legacy and new licenses, and report education attendees to TREC in the correct license format. While there might be delays to posting education records to the TREC website during the blackout period, there will be no interruption in reporting education records to EdConnect or changes on how you process courses through Texas REALTORS®.
If you work with another Provider to offer substantive education, it might be prudent to ensure they’re prepared for the transition.
Forms Update with the Legal Team
Stay informed to better serve your clients by joining the Texas REALTORS® Legal Team on Wednesday, November 19, 10am (CST). This is a great opportunity to learn from the source regarding what is changing with Texas REALTOR® and TREC forms. Register here. For more information, contact Cara Cate.
Required Contracts Instructor Training
Join us on Thursday, November 20, 9am – 12pm (CST), for the initial Instructor Contract Training to qualify instructors to teach residential contract classes. This session will address known issues and highlight best practices for teaching contracts. To register for the November 20 session click here.
Click here to see contract instructor eligibility requirements.
Education Program of the Year Nominations
The deadline for Education Program of the Year nominations has been extended through Wednesday, November 19. Program nominations aren’t just about CE education. This award recognizes innovative programs that meet members’ needs and increase the quality of professionalism in the industry. Program categories are legal, marketing, short or series, and innovative. Submit your nomination through our website by November 19.
Expiring Courses
Below is a list of courses that will be expiring 1/31/26. If you would like to request that any of these courses be renewed, please complete the non-proprietary course renewal request form.
A Review of the One to Four Family Contract #48194
Avoiding Contract Pitfalls #48184
Best Practices for Brokerages #48261
Do You Know Your 1-4 Contract Addendums? #48179
Experts Exposed #48198
Global Shift: Navigating Business Relations Abroad #48193
GSwSoMe: Getting Started With Social Media #48211
How To Get Noticed By Writing Effective Listing Descriptions #48213
Intro to Paragon #48142
Party With A Purpose #48224
The Basics: Service, Emotional Support & Therapy Animals #48147
TREC 1-4 Family Residential Contract #48152
Understanding a Condominium Contract #48143
2026 Q1 Broadcast Calendar
Please submit your Broadcast Instructor Request Form for January – March 2026; multiple classes can now be requested on the same Form. Refer to the Future Broadcast Classes report found in your EdConnect to see calendar availability.
Entering Pre-registrations
As a courtesy to our instructors, please be sure to add your pre-registrations at least 2 days before the class so the instructor can adequately prepare! Classes with zero pre-registrations may be subject to cancellation.
2026 Subscription Program
The 2026 Subscription Program is now available and offers 60 hours of CE education including AI, contracts, and the Texas Affordable Housing Specialist Certification. To purchase the subscription package, login at EdConnect>Purchased Packages and click the plus sign. Under Package type, select Subscription, then 2026 Subscription Package, and the Subscription Band. The Subscription Band indicates the number of shareable Zoom connections available per class.
· 15 connections for $575
· 30 connections for $775
· 50 connections for $975
2026 Instructor Fee
Instructor fees for 2026 can be paid through EdConnect. The $75 renewal fee must be paid to activate your instructor eligibility prior to scheduling or teaching any classes in 2026. Also, to complete the process, the Terms and Conditions, formerly the instructor agreement, must be acknowledged.
Instructor Profile Update Requests
Instructors who would like to update their public contact information, bio, or photo can submit an Instructor Profile Update Request Form. View the Instructor Directory in your EdConnect Portal to see current public Instructor information.
The Dispatch - November 7
Forms Update with the Legal Team
Stay informed to better serve your clients by joining the Texas REALTORS® Legal Team on November 19, 10am CST. This is a great opportunity to learn from the source regarding what is changing with Texas REALTOR® and TREC forms. Register here. For more information, contact Cara Cate.
Education Program of the Year Nominations
The deadline is fast approaching for nominating Education Program of the Year! Let your light shine and be recognized for your hard work in raising the bar for educating REALTORS®. Submit your nomination through our website by November 14.
Register Now for Contracts Instructor Training
More Contracts Instructor Training sessions are now available. You can register for multiple sessions, but are required to attend only one to meet the 
Contracts Updates vs. Contracts Instructor Training
Attending Contracts Update Webinars hosted by the Texas REALTORS® Legal Team does not meet the Contracts Instructor Eligibility Criteria. While we encourage all instructors to attend these webinars to stay current on changes, those wishing to teach contracts must complete the separate Contracts Instructor Training, which focuses on best practices in a classroom setting.
QE Exam Score Notification
Upon submission of the exam, test takers will immediately be shown their results and will also receive an email notification with their score. Should the test taker not pass, they are directed to contact the course host to schedule an exam retake.
North American CIPS Institute Series
Learning about global real estate has become more necessary than ever with increasing international transactions. Texas REALTORS® is coordinating a statewide virtual CIPS training series in early 2026 and inviting local associations to partner with us. This event will bring together attendees from Texas, Canada, and Mexico for an international learning experience to be delivered February 12, 19, 26, and March 5 & 12, 2026. Email Ronnie Kovar with any questions.
Professional Development Committee Invitation
The Texas REALTORS® Professional Development Committee invites instructors and Association Staff to attend our year-end meeting on November 17, 12 noon CST. Learn about the accomplishments and continued goals of this year's Committee Members in our shared efforts of raising the bar for Professional Development. Contact the Education Team if you would like to attend.
2026 Co-sponsorship Agreement
The co-sponsorship agreement will no longer be sent via DocuSign. It is now automated within EdConnect and is referred to as Terms and Conditions. When adding a class in EdConnect, a link to the Terms and Condition is in the required acknowledgement statement to review. Reviewing the Terms and Conditions is not required each time a class is added.
Education Response Times
We continue to meet our goal of responding to requests and inquiries within 2 business days, with initial replies typically sent the same day. Click here to view current performance metrics.
Did You Know?
As long as the license holder is in a new license renewal period, they may repeat a course for CE credit. This includes Legal Update courses.