2025 Archive
The Dispatch - September 26
Proposed Form Changes
Texas REALTORS® wants to hear from you regarding proposed changes to several residential forms. Click here to see what changes are being considered for certain forms. To add a comment click the form title. The deadline to submit comments is October 24.
Course Materials
To access materials for courses with standardized content, simply log into your member portal using your NAR credentials. The member portal is the best place to go, since it also connects you to EdConnect, instructor evaluations, and other helpful resources and services—all in one place through the appropriate portal tile.
Instructor Training & Development
As real estate education continues to evolve, so does the need for skilled instructors. Attending the Instructor Training Institute (ITI) offers an excellent opportunity to meet the growing need for quality instructors. This two-day training will help instructor candidates refine their presentation skills, teaching methods, and it is a requirement for those who want to teach GRI or other Texas REALTORS® training programs. The next ITI training is October 20-21, 2025. Click here for more information and to register.
Broadcast Calendar
Broadcast class requests are now being accepted through the end of the year. Use the Broadcast Instructor Request Form(s) to submit classes for addition to the calendar. To view the current Broadcast Schedule use the Future Broadcast Classes Report found under Reports>EdConnect section of your Education Portal. Classes are scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. There are no overlapping times or repeat classes during the week, and classes are added in the order requests are received.
Course Renewals
CE credit for the following courses is set to expire November 30, 2025. To request renewal of either of these courses, please complete the non-proprietary course renewal request form by Tuesday, September 30. Course descriptions can be found using the Courses Report search feature in EdConnect.
· It’s 2 A.M. Do You Know What Your Data Is Doing? #47869 (2hrs)
· Build Your Database with MoxiWorks Engage #47862 (1hr)
The Dispatch - September 19
Contract Instructor Training
Texas REALTORS® is updating requirements for instructors teaching contract courses through the Texas REALTORS® provider. The contract instructor training currently under development is focused on the Texas One-to-Four Family Residential Contract and its related forms and addenda. Training for other segments of real estate contracts is being considered for future development.
It's Not Too Late
There’s still time to join us for the NAR's Planning & Zoning: Advocating for Your Community’s Future class via Zoom on Thursday, September 25, at 8:30 a.m. The fee is only $22 per person. This unique course will offer attendees practical insights and strategies to strengthen their business and better understand how to help create environmentally sustainable, equitable, and financially resilient communities. You can schedule the class through the EdConnect broadcast calendar feature.
What’s New, What’s Now
The Texas Legislature was busy in 2025, and the advocacy efforts of Texas REALTORS® were among the most successful of any session. Some laws that affect real estate brokerage went into effect Sept 1, while others will take effect Jan 1, 2026. Click here to view important changes relevant to your real estate business.
Legal Update Instructors
To find instructor trainings to teach the 2026–2027 Legal Update I and II courses, visit registrations.trec.texas.gov to register.
Course Renewals
CE credit for the following courses is set to expire November 30, 2025. To request renewal of any of these courses, please complete the non-proprietary course renewal request form by Tuesday, September 30. Course descriptions can be found using the Courses Report search feature in EdConnect.
· It’s 2 A.M. Do You Know What Your Data Is Doing? #47869 (2hrs)
· Build Your Database with MoxiWorks Engage #47862 (1hr)
Transact Webinar
To view the September 10 Transact demo webinar click here.
The Dispatch - September 12
Exempt Provider
Texas REALTORS® is now recognized by TREC as an exempt provider. This change impacts only GRI and TACS classes and requires some immediate updates moving forward. Remove all references to course provider for GRI and TACS classes. State that the course is TREC approved. You may include course name and number. We will follow up to confirm the requested changes are in place. Also, course policies are being reviewed to align with exempt provider requirements and will be provided as soon as they are available.
New Contract Instructor Requirements
Texas REALTORS® is developing eligibility requirements for instructors teaching contract courses through the Texas REALTORS® provider. More details will be shared as they become available. Once implemented, for the remainder of 2025, eligible instructors must have completed the TREC Legal Update I & II instructor training or the Legal I&II classes, Texas REALTORS® contract instructor training, and meet broker eligibility (active licensed agent for four of the past five years).
Beginning January 1, 2026, instructors will be required to complete Legal Update I & II instructor training, Texas REALTORS® contract instructor training, and meet broker eligibility (active licensed agent for four of the past five years). Taking the Legal courses as a student in 2026 will not meet the criteria. For instructors desiring to teach the 2026–2027 Legal Update I and II courses, visit registrations.trec.texas.gov to register.
Texas REALTOR® Awards
Texas REALTORS® honors its members for their commitment to their communities and the real estate industry with a variety of prestigious awards. For 2025, award nominations open Monday, September 15. Visit Awards to see the list of awards, nomination criteria, and submission deadlines.
Education Feedback
In response to feedback on Education response times, we moved to a ticketing system for education@texasrealtors.com emails, allowing us to better track and manage requests and inquiries. We strive to provide clear, reliable responses within 2 business days. Since launching Zendesk in April, median initial response times are within the day, and full resolution turnaround is steadily improving. Click here to view detailed performance metrics
Course Materials Access
Course materials formerly on the website Instructor Fileshare, are now accessible through your member portal login. To see available course material portal tiles, click “View More” under Resources and Services. If access to a particular course is missing, contact education@texasrealtors.com
Legal FAQ
What do you do when your buyer makes an offer on more than one property? To learn more click here. Also, visit the Legal FAQ page where you can submit questions, see questions from other instructors, and all responses from Texas REALTORS® attorneys.
e-PRO
Updated instructor e-PRO materials are now available through Resources & Services on the member portal homepage. The student manual has also been updated in EdConnect.
The Dispatch - September 5
Transact Demo Webinar
Join us for a preview of, Transact, a new forms platform from the makers of zipForm. Register to attend the Transact demo webinar on Wednesday, September 10, from 2:00pm – 3:00pm CDT. This demo will highlight features of the platform including Transact Dashboard overview, Deal Tracker overview, Create a transaction and much more!
Shaping Future Communities
Looking for a unique educational opportunity? Join Texas REALTORS®, in partnership with local associations, for NAR's Planning & Zoning: Advocating for Your Community’s Future class via Zoom on Thursday, September 25, at 8:30 a.m. The fee is only $22 per person. Attendees will learn practical skills and strategies to strengthen their business and help create more environmentally sustainable, equitable, and financially resilient communities. To schedule the class go to the EdConnect broadcast calendar feature.
Courses Materials
Instructor access to course materials, those formerly housed on the old Instructor Fileshare, will be finalized today. Log into your member portal to see the course materials portal tile for each of your approved courses like the Legal 1& 2 Materials tile example below. Click “View More” under Resources and Services to see tiles for additional course materials. If access to a particular course is missing, contact education@texasrealtors.com
Legal Update Instructor Training
TREC has scheduled several Legal Update Instructor Training sessions. These in-person trainings are for instructors planning to teach the 2026–2027 Legal Update I and II courses. Visit registrations.trec.texas.gov to register.
Video Library
Texas REALTORS® has exclusive video resources designed to support your professional growth. Members can explore expert insights, best practices, and industry updates at their convenience. Watch videos here.
Special Characters
If a student has a special character in their name, like an accent mark or tilde, the Course Completion push to TREC might show as failed, everyone else does go through properly. It will just be the agent whose name with TREC includes a unique character that failed to go through. Contact education@texasrealtors.com to push through credits for agents who have a special character in their name.
Did You Know
You can have multiple “transactions” under course completions. For instance, if you have someone that has not paid for a class, you can withhold their credit and process everyone else. When they pay, you can then return to course completions and add them for up to 10 days after the course ends. Also, if you initially miss adding a student, use this same process to add them to the class.
The Dispatch - September 5
Transact Demo Webinar
Join us for a preview of, Transact, a new forms platform from the makers of zipForm. Register to attend the Transact demo webinar on Wednesday, September 10, from 2:00pm – 3:00pm CDT. This demo will highlight features of the platform including Transact Dashboard overview, Deal Tracker overview, Create a transaction and much more!
Shaping Future Communities
Looking for a unique educational opportunity? Join Texas REALTORS®, in partnership with local associations, for NAR's Planning & Zoning: Advocating for Your Community’s Future class via Zoom on Thursday, September 25, at 8:30 a.m. The fee is only $22 per person. Attendees will learn practical skills and strategies to strengthen their business and help create more environmentally sustainable, equitable, and financially resilient communities. To schedule the class go to the EdConnect broadcast calendar feature.
Courses Materials
Instructor access to course materials, those formerly housed on the old Instructor Fileshare, will be finalized today. Log into your member portal to see the course materials portal tile for each of your approved courses like the Legal 1& 2 Materials tile example below. Click “View More” under Resources and Services to see tiles for additional course materials. If access to a particular course is missing, contact education@texasrealtors.com
Legal Update Instructor Training
TREC has scheduled several Legal Update Instructor Training sessions. These in-person trainings are for instructors planning to teach the 2026–2027 Legal Update I and II courses. Visit registrations.trec.texas.gov to register.
Video Library
Texas REALTORS® has exclusive video resources designed to support your professional growth. Members can explore expert insights, best practices, and industry updates at their convenience. Watch videos here.
Special Characters
If a student has a special character in their name, like an accent mark or tilde, the Course Completion push to TREC might show as failed, everyone else does go through properly. It will just be the agent whose name with TREC includes a unique character that failed to go through. Contact education@texasrealtors.com to push through credits for agents who have a special character in their name.
Did You Know
You can have multiple “transactions” under course completions. For instance, if you have someone that has not paid for a class, you can withhold their credit and process everyone else. When they pay, you can then return to course completions and add them for up to 10 days after the course ends. Also, if you initially miss adding a student, use this same process to add them to the class.