Course Processing Update
There has been a delay in the release of our new education platform. We intend to offer system training prior to its deployment and we will notify you of those trainings as soon as we have dates. The trainings will address the system functionality and features. We will also record the trainings for those who cannot attend. As a reminder, classes cannot be added to the system at this time. You can, however, still schedule and promote classes.
Dollars and Sense of Sustainability
Please encourage your members to attend the three remaining webinars scheduled September 30-October 2 regarding the dollars and sense of Sustainability. We’ve also scheduled three CE classes that you can offer for free to your members October 7-9, 1pm - 3pm Central Time via Zoom. Here's a link that provides more information on the content of the Sustainability CE classes. If you would like to host these classes, email education@texasrealtors.com, and we will add the classes to our website and promote your association statewide as a host of these courses. All classes are to be offered for free thanks to the Sustainability grant we received from NAR.
WAVes of Changes Webinars
Texas REALTORS® has secured participation in a webinar series by the WAV Group that focuses on current industry trends and activities for both the local MLS and association. Click here to register for the October 1 webinar.
Course Processing Update
There has been a delay in the release of our new education platform. We intend to offer system training prior to its deployment and we will notify you of those trainings as soon as we have dates. The trainings will address the system functionality and features. We will also record the trainings for those who cannot attend.
WAVes of Changes Webinars
Texas REALTORS® has secured participation in a webinar series by the WAV Group that focuses on current industry trends and activities for both the local MLS and association. Click here to register for the October 1 webinar.
GRI Manuals
If you have an upcoming GRI: Brokerage or GRI: Business Skills class, use these links to access manuals with updated forms.
Housing Sustainability Dollars and Sense
Please encourage your members to attend the four webinars scheduled September 23-October 2 regarding the dollars and sense of Housing Sustainability. Also, there are three CE classes that you can offer for free to your members October 7-9, 1pm - 3pm Central Time via Zoom. Here's a link to the CE classes. If you would like to host these classes, contact education@texasrealtors.com and we’ll add them for you. All classes are free (and intended to be offered for free) thanks to the Sustainability grant we received from NAR.
Education Meeting
You can listen to last week’s education staff meeting here. Some of the key point covered include:
· Co-sponsorship agreement
· Subscription agreement/fee changes
· Course administration for instructors
· New education module
· Broadcast calendar
Faculty Meeting
You can listen to last week’s faculty meeting here. Some of the key point covered include:
· Automated payment system
· Instructor Co-sponsor agreement
· Using local association as course administrator
· New education module
· New invoicing process
W9
Thank you for your patience as Texas REALTORS® continues to migrate to our new association management system. As part of this upgrade, we are requesting a W9 from all instructors teaching through our provider. Here is a fillable W9 form for your convenience if needed or to provide updated information. Remit your W9 as soon as possible to education@texasrealtors.com. Please disregard this message if you have previously provided Texas REALTORS® a W9.
Pending Invoices
We thank you for your patience as we've migrated this transition to the association management system. We've started sending education invoices for classes we've received since August 20 and should be caught up by close of business today (September 13). We fully understand that it isn't a perfect system. Please reach out to education@texasrealtors.com if you have any questions related to the invoice(s) you received.
Pending Invoices
We thank you for your patience as we've migrated this transition to the association management system. We've started sending education invoices for classes we've received since August 20 and should be caught up by close of business today (September 13). We fully understand that it isn't a perfect system so please reach out to education@texasrealtors.com if you have any questions related to the invoice(s) you received.
Roster Emails
When emailing the CE Excel file for course credit, please include the word “Roster” in the email subject line. This will help identify rosters for processing and expedite the process.
Out With The Old
As Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new association management system, classes cannot be added through CART to determine the number of registered locations, access materials, or evaluation links. However, manual and evaluation links are available for classes entered prior to the CART shutdown. Associations can, however, still plan to participate in courses and promote them to their members. Once the new system is deployed, classes can be added to help identify participating class locations.
In With The New
We anticipate the release of our new education course processing module on September 28. We hope to offer system training prior to its deployment or soon thereafter. Trainings will be recorded and made available to gain understanding of system functionality and available options. If you have any questions, please contact education@texasrealtors.com.
Housing Sustainability Dollars and Sense
Please encourage your members to attend the four webinars scheduled September 23-October 2 regarding the dollars and sense of Housing Sustainability. Also, there are three CE classes that you can offer for free to your members October 7-9, 1pm - 3pm Central Time via Zoom. Here's a link to the CE classes. If you would like to host these classes, contact education@texasrealtors.com and we’ll add them for you. All classes are free (and intended to be offered for free) thanks to the Sustainability grant we received from NAR.
4Q Broadcast Schedule
The fourth quarter broadcast schedule is available for review. As Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new association management system, classes cannot be added through CART at this time. You can, however, still plan to participate in courses and promote them to your members. Once the new system is deployed (projected for September 28), classes can be added to our system and promoted on our site.
New Communication Toolkit Resource
Texas REALTORS® has created a communications toolkit that your members can use to promote their business, explain their value, and guide consumers through changes due to the NAR settlement. You are welcome to use these resources as you help your members navigate the changes brought on by the NAR settlement. Visit texasrealestate.com/toolkit for PDFs, email content, social media graphics, spokesperson training resources, and talking points.
Contract Forms Update
The Texas REALTORS® Legal Team have made recent updates to the “How to Use TXR 2406” and the FAQs. All the new and updated FAQs will be dated 9.3.24. Also, a new “How to Use Paragraphs 5A & 5B” has been added. Visit the Texas REALTORS® NAR Settlement & Your Business page for more information.
Let’s Talk About It
Join us on Thursday, September 12 from 12pm to 1pm for an update on some of the procedural and document changes that will go into effect and how these changes will impact you as an instructor once our new association management system is operational. To register, click here.
4Q Broadcast Schedule
As Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new association management system, classes cannot be added through CART to determine the number of registered locations. Associations can, however, still plan to participate in courses and promote them to their members. Once the new system is deployed (projected for September 28), classes can be added to help identify participating class locations.