2024 Archive
Education Insider - December 20
Course Processing
All course processing should be done through EdConnect. To access EdConnect, go to https://portal.texasrealestate.com/ and login with your NAR credentials.
TREC Online Services
Per TREC all systems, including the phone, Online Licensing Services portal and the Posting System, will be down because of planned electrical outages at the TREC headquarters beginning at 6 p.m. today, December 20 through Monday, December 23. This outage will impact our ability to submit classes on Monday December 23.
WAVes of Changes Webinars
In conjunction the WAV Group, Texas REALTORS® has secured participation in a webinar series that focuses on current industry trends and activities for both the local MLS and association. To see the December 2024 webinar click here.
Email questions to education@texasrealtors.com.
Faculty Post - December 20
2025 Broadcast Calendar
Requests for January 2025 broadcast classes are now closed. The cutoff date for broadcast class requests for February and March 2025 is January 10, 2025.
2025 Instructor Fee
The 2025 instructor fee payment is now automated within our new education module, EdConnect. The $75 renewal fee must be paid to activate your instructor eligibility, prior to scheduling or teaching any classes in 2025.
EdConnect Overview
Click here to see the training video.
Just a Reminder
Non-REALTOR® instructors must create a NAR guest account to access the Texas REALTORS® education platform. After your account setup is complete, go to https://portal.texasrealestate.com/ and login with your NAR account credentials.
Email questions to education@texasrealtors.com.
Faculty Post - December 13
The Wait is Over!
EdConnect, our new education platform, is now available. You will be able to add and process classes, track TREC postings, pay instructor fees, and more. To access EdConnect, go to https://portal.texasrealestate.com/ and login with your NAR credentials. Select EdConnect from the menu to explore the program features. Contact education@texasrealtors.com if you have any questions. We will also be happy to meet with you via Zoom to demonstrate the program.
2025 Instructor Agreement
The 2025 instructor agreement is now automated within our new education module, EdConnect. Through EdConnect, select instructor fees, acknowledge the terms and conditions and pay the fee. The $75 renewal fee must be paid to activate your instructor eligibility, prior to scheduling classes (in our new system) or teaching any classes in 2025.
Non-REALTOR® Instructors
To access our new education module, EdConnect, non-REALTOR® instructors must create a NAR guest account. After your account setup is complete, go to https://portal.texasrealestate.com/ and login with your NAR account credentials. Email questions to education@texasrealtors.com.
Education Insider - December 13
The Wait is Over!
EdConnect, our new education course processing platform, is now available. You will be able to add and process classes, track TREC postings, purchase Service Level and Subscription agreements, and more. To access EdConnect, go to https://portal.texasrealestate.com/ and login with your NAR credentials. Select EdConnect from the menu to explore the program features. Contact education@texasrealtors.com if you have any questions. We will also be happy to meet with you via Zoom to demonstrate the program.
Course Processing
Class rosters received as of November 26 have been posted to TREC. Please let us know if any classes submitted by November 26 do not appear to have been processed. Email education@texasrealtors.com.
2025 Fee Increase
Effective January 1, 2025, NAR is implementing a royalty fee increase which will raise the total per person fee payable to Texas REALTORS®. This fee increase impacts the attached courses and the listed amount reflects the new total per person amount due for each class. The pricing changes for these courses has been adjusted in our system and will be reflected when offering the classes.
Education Insider - December 6
It’s Here!
EdConnect, our new education course processing platform, is now available. You will be able to add and process classes, track posting to TREC, and more. To access the education module, go to https://portal.texasrealestate.com/ and login with your M1 credentials. Select EdConnect from the menu to explore the program features. Contact education@texasrealtors.com if you have any questions. We will also be happy to meet with you via Zoom to demonstrate the program.
Old Tech Still Works
We will be sending the co-sponsorship agreements the old-fashioned way so, beginning next week, the 2025 co-sponsorship agreement will be sent via DocuSign. There have been no substantive changes in the agreement. All invoices and payments will be tracked through the new system for the Service Level Agreement and/or Subscription program fees after we receive the agreement.
Faculty Post - December 6
Instructor Meeting
There will be an instructor meeting on Monday, December 9, from 11-11:30am to discuss the new education module and fee payment process.
To register click here.
2025 Agreement Correction
The 2025 Instructor co-sponsorship agreement will be sent today via DocuSign with the corrected date. Contact Gregory Lang if you do not receive the form.
Non-REALTOR® Instructors
To access the new education module, an instructor must have a NAR M1 number. To get a M1 number, non-REALTOR® instructors must create a NAR guest account. Send your M1 number to education@texasrealtors.com after your account set-up is completed.
Faculty Post - Special Edition
Instructor Power Hour – Contracts Update
As a reminder, on Wednesday, December 4, from noon to 1pm, the Texas REALTORS® Legal Team will review the recently adopted changes to TREC contracts. They will also review the specific changes regarding payment of broker compensation and seller concessions in the One to Four Family Contract. Questions may be submitted prior to the meeting by emailing formsupport@texasrealtors.com or kvanderbilt@texasrealtors.com. When sending in questions, please identify yourself as an instructor.
For meeting registration, click here. To view redline copies click here.
Faculty Post - November 22
TREC Online Services
Per TREC all systems, including the Online Licensing Services portal and the Posting System, will be down because of planned electrical outages at the TREC headquarters beginning at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27 through Sunday, December 1. Please be timely in submitting courses for CE posting as this outage will impact our ability to submit classes.
Instructor Power Hour – Contracts Update
On Wednesday, December 4, from noon to 1pm, the Texas REALTORS® Legal Team will review the recently adopted changes to TREC contracts and address specific updates to the One to Four Family Contract regarding how broker compensation and seller concessions can be paid. Also, this training will cover the TXR 2406 and TXR 2701forms.
To register click here. To view redline copies click here.
Education Insider - November 22
2025 Agreement Correction
The automation of co-sponsorship agreements is taking longer than anticipated. Therefore, the 2025 co-sponsorship agreement will be sent via DocuSign beginning December 2. There have been no substantive changes in the agreement. We will not, however, invoice and collect payment from you as before for the Service Level Agreement and/or Subscription program fees after we receive the agreement. All invoices and payments will be tracked through the new system.
TREC Online Services
Per TREC all systems, including the Online Licensing Services portal and the Posting System, will be down because of planned electrical outages at the TREC headquarters beginning at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27 through Sunday, December 1. Please be timely in submitting courses for CE posting as this outage will impact our ability to submit class attendees. Also, encourage members with licenses that expire at the end of the month to complete their education and renew their license before Wednesday.
Education Insider - November 15
Course Processing
CE rosters will be processed and course credit submitted within two business days of receipt. Classes received as of November 13 have been posted to TREC. Please let us know if any recently submitted classes appear not to have been posted.
2025 Agreements
The 2025 association agreements will be automated through our new system. We will notify you when access to the agreements is available. There have been no substantive changes in the agreement other than how we are disseminating them. No documents will be sent via email or DocuSign.
2025 Subscription Classes
We are reworking the 2025 subscription schedule to bring more balance to the times when classes will be offered and will distribute the new schedule very soon.
Faculty Post - November 15
2025 Agreements
The 2025 instructor and co-sponsorship agreements will be automated through our new system. Agreements will not be sent via email or DocuSign and we will notify you when access to the agreements is available. There have been no substantive changes in either agreement other than how we are disseminating them. The renewal fee is $75 and payable prior to scheduling classes (in our new system) or teaching any classes in 2025.
Broadcast Classes
All instructor payments should have been received for broadcast classes that ended on or before November 1. If you have not been compensated or believe there was an error in your compensation, contact Monique Hurd mhurd@texasrealtors.com.
GRI News
The updated GRI: Contracts to Closing student manual is now on the fileshare. All changes are relatively minor (typos, verbiage updates), except for the following:
- Lien theory p. 3
- PMI information p. 11
- VA Loans p. 21
- Form DD214 p. 23
- Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac p. 24
- FHA Loans p. 18
- Dated charts have been removed (various pages)
- Links to appropriate websites included (various pages)
Contact education@texasrealtors.com with any questions.
Faculty Post - November 8
A Point of Clarity
Working with a local association to process classes was mentioned as a possible cost-saving measure until Texas REALTORS® could determine what type of pricing options could be made available to instructors. The new platform has preset pricing options, which does not allow for the unique prepaid package we had for instructors. Using a local association as a course administrator was only a suggestion and not a requirement or change in support of our instructors. Texas REALTORS® is focused on being your education provider and partnering with you to enhance the teaching experience.
Go Forth and Teach
If you’re looking for content to teach, consider Code of Ethics classes. Approximately 68,000 members need to complete this training by December 31 to remain active REALTORS®. To see the instructor qualifications, visit the Texas REALTORS® instructor resources page. As a reminder, Texas REALTORS® will not access a fee for you to host any of our TREC-approved Code of Ethics courses scheduled outside of the broadcast calendar.
2024 Texas REALTORS® Award Nominations
Texas REALTORS® honors its members for their commitment to their communities and the real estate industry. 2024 award nominations are now being accepted. Please review the award criteria to determine nomination eligibility. Complete any appropriate nomination forms before the December 2 deadline. Winners will be recognized at the Awards Luncheon at the Texas REALTORS® Winter Meeting.
Education Insider - November 8
Course Processing
We believe course processing will be caught up by the end of the day. Please spot check TREC on Monday and if any recently submitted classes appear not to have been posted please let us know.
2024 Texas REALTORS® Award Nominations
Texas REALTORS® honors its members for their commitment to their communities and the real estate industry. 2024 award nominations are now being accepted. Please review the award criteria to determine nomination eligibility. Complete any appropriate nomination forms before the December 2 deadline. Local associations may submit nominations for but are limited to the following awards:
· Educator of the Year
· Education Programs of the Year
· REALTOR® of the Year
· Richard Miranda Global Achievement Award
· Distinguished Service Award
· Texas REALTORS® Diversity Recognition Award
Winners will be recognized at the Awards Luncheon at the Texas REALTORS® Winter Meeting.
Home Stretch
Approximately 68,000 Texas REALTORS® need to complete the Code of Ethics requirement for Cycle 7, which is required by December 31, 2024. Use the Code of Ethics report instructions to identify your members who still need to take COE training. Texas REALTORS® will not assess a fee for you to host any of our TREC-approved Code of Ethics courses scheduled outside of the broadcast calendar.
Faculty Post - October 18
Coming Soon
We anticipate deployment of the new education platform by the end of the month. Thank you for your patience during this transition. Please note that instructor agreements and fees will be automated through the new platform so no need to look for your 2025 instructor agreement through DocuSign.
Go Forth and Teach
If you’re looking for content to teach, consider Code of Ethics classes. Roughly 93,000 members need to complete this training by December 31 to remain active REALTORS®. To see the instructor qualifications, visit the Texas REALTORS® instructor resources page. As a reminder, Texas REALTORS® will not access a fee for you to host any of our TREC-approved Code of Ethics courses scheduled outside of the broadcast calendar.
Education Insider - October 18
Coming Soon
We anticipate deployment of our new education platform by the end of the month. Thank you for your patience during this transition. Please note that co-sponsorship and prepay options will be automated through the new system so no need to send the agreement through DocuSign or remit payment early before the year begins.
Texas REALTORS® Award Nominations Open
Nominations for the 2024 Texas REALTORS® Awards are available to submit. Please consider completing the appropriate nomination forms before the December 2 deadline. Winners will be recognized at the Awards Luncheon at the Texas REALTORS® Winter Meeting.
Faculty Post - October 4
2025 Instructor Agreements
The 2025 instructor agreement will be sent soon. We’re waiting to utilize our new education platform, which has been slightly delayed. We will notify you when the agreement is sent.
Texas REALTORS® Award Nominations Open
Texas REALTORS® honors its members for their commitment to their communities and the real estate industry. 2024 award nominations are now being accepted. Please review the award criteria to determine nomination eligibility. Complete any appropriate nomination forms before the December 2 deadline. Winners will be recognized at the Awards Luncheon at the Texas REALTORS® Winter Meeting.
Making Sustainable Sense of It All
Recordings of the Texas REALTORS® Dollars and Sense sustainability webinars (September 23-October 2) are now available on our website. Feel free to share the webinar recordings with your class attendees or utilize them as part of your presentation materials.
Education Insider - October 4
Texas REALTORS® Award Nominations Open
Nominations for the 2024 Texas REALTORS® Awards opened this week. Local associations may submit nominations for the following awards:
· Educator of the Year
· Education Programs of the Year
· REALTOR® of the Year
· Richard Miranda Global Achievement Award
· Distinguished Service Award
· Texas REALTORS® Diversity Recognition Award
Please consider completing the appropriate nomination forms before the December 2 deadline. Winners will be recognized at the Awards Luncheon at the Texas REALTORS® Winter Meeting.
There’s Still Time!
It’s not too late to host the free Housing Sustainability courses. There are three CE classes that you can offer for free to your members October 7-9, 1pm - 3pm Central Time via Zoom. Click here to see more information on the speakers and 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.
2025 Agreements
The 2025 co-sponsorship agreement and subscription agreement will combined into one form this year and we’ll distribute it soon. We’re planning to utilize our new education platform for distribution and record-keeping, but deployment of the new platform has been slightly delayed. We will notify you when the agreement is sent. Please reach out to education@texasrealtors.com with any questions regarding the new agreement.
Home Stretch
Only 36% of Texas REALTORS® have completed the Code of Ethics requirement for Cycle 7, which is required by December 31, 2024. Use the Code of Ethics report instructions to identify your members who still need to take COE training. Texas REALTORS® will not access a fee for you to host any of our TREC-approved Code of Ethics classes scheduled outside of the broadcast calendar.
Energy Efficient Webinars
Recordings of the Texas REALTORS® Dollars and Sense sustainability webinars (September 23-October 2) are now available on our website. Feel free to share the webinar recordings with your members
Education Insider - September 27
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.
Faculty Post - September 27
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.
Education Insider - September 20
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 Post - September 20
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.
Faculty Post - September 13
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.
Education Insider - September 13
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.
Education Insider - September 6
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.
Faculty Post - September 6
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.
Education Insider - August 30
Change in Education Processing
Effective Tuesday, September 3, CART will not be accessible as we transition to EdConnect, our new course administration platform. Classes cannot be added during this time. In addition, you’ll need to download and supply attendance records with the template Excel spreadsheet via email to education@texasrealtors.com. The M1 number column on the template spreadsheet is only when processing CRD/REBI courses.
We appreciate your patience during this transition. We’ll let you know when the new system is available to use and trainings are scheduled. Please contact education@texasrealtors.com with any questions.
Dollars and Sense of Sustainability
Please encourage your members to attend the four webinars scheduled September 23-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 to the CE classes that you can select through the “add a broadcast calendar” feature in CART (until Tuesday). All classes are free (and intended to be offered for free) thanks to the Sustainability grant we received from NAR.
Faculty Post - August 30
Making Sense Of It All
Ever wanted to learn how to pitch the dollars and sense of sustainability classes? Attend the four free webinars from leading experts in profitable sustainability practices scheduled between September 23-October 2.
Faculty Post - August 23
On Hold For Now!
Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new records management system which will impact are ability to issue invoices and checks. We are tracking both during this transition phase which will last for a couple of weeks while we install the new system. Instructors will be notified when all pending checks and invoices will be disbursed once the transition is complete. Your patience appreciated as we implement this new system. Questions? Contact education@texasrealtors.com
Education Insider - August 23
On Hold For Now!
Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new records management system which will impact are ability to issue invoices. Currently no invoices are being sent and this process will last for a couple of weeks while we transition to the new system. We are tracking invoices and will notify Associations when invoicing will begin again and supply all invoices they should’ve received at that time. Questions? Contact education@texasrealtors.com
Education Insider - August 16
CART Update
Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new records management system. At this time the CART system will no longer accept classes scheduled to begin after December 31, 2024. This also includes broadcast classes. The system update should be completed in a few weeks. All course hosts will be notified when classes may be added to CART for 2025. If you have any questions, please contact education@texasrealtors.com.
Free Housing Sustainability Courses
Texas REALTORS® received an NAR grant to offer three CE classes on water, solar, and appraising energy-efficient homes via Zoom on October 7-9. Contact Gregory Lang for more information and to offer the classes to you members.
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 view the July 2024 webinar and here for the August 2024 webinar.
Faculty Post - August 16
Contracts, Another Round
The Texas REALTORS® Legal Team will host a meeting on Thursday, August 22, 2024, from 10am – 12pm to review and answer questions regarding the most recent form revisions. Click here to register for the meeting. Drafts and Redline copies will be available today, August 16, 2024 at Adopted Revisions – Texas REALTORS®
CART Update
Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new records management system. At this time the CART system will no longer accept classes scheduled to begin after December 31, 2024. This also includes broadcast classes. The system update should be completed in a few weeks. All course hosts will be notified when classes may be added to CART for 2025. If you have any questions, please contact education@texasrealtors.com.
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 view the July 2024 webinar and here for the August 2024 webinar.
Education Insider - August 9
2025 Subscription Program
The 2025 Texas REALTORS® subscription program is now available. This program allows subscribers access to a schedule of classes with predetermined instructors, dates, and times throughout the year. There's no risk of cancelation and the program's tiered pricing offers flexible options for participation. Based on the fee option selected you can share the class Zoom link with the listed number of locations for each class. There are no additional fees regardless of the number of attendees. All attendees at each location must be viewable on camera to qualify for CE.
- Fee option 1: $625 with 10 Zoom locations
- Fee option 2: $825 with 25 Zoom locations
- Fee option 3: $1,250 with 50 Zoom location
With this program you can recoup your cost by sharing your links for a nominal fee or charging a small fee to attend the class at the board office, or partner with local brokerages in your area. To see the 2025 subscription class schedule click here.
Program questions. Contact Gregory Lang
Wait A Minute
Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new records management system. Adding classes via CART and to the broadcast calendar for 2025 is on hold as we prepare to transition to the new system. The transfer of data should be completed in a few weeks. All course hosts will be notified when classes may be added via CART and when we will be able to add classes to the broadcast calendar and send out course agreements. If you have any questions, please contact education@texasrealtors.com.
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.
TRLP Alumni Breakfast
Something to share with your members who are Texas REALTORS® Leadership Program (TRLP) graduates. There are still some tickets left for the TRLP alumni breakfast at the Shaping Texas Conference in Grapevine. Tickets can be purchased during the conference registration process or if a member is already registered, they can email registrations@texasrealtors.com to check on ticket availability.
Faculty Post - August 9
Wait A Minute
Texas REALTORS® is transitioning to a new records management system. Adding classes via CART and to the broadcast calendar for 2025 is on hold as we prepare to transition to the new system. The transfer of data should be completed in a few weeks. All course hosts will be notified when classes may be added via CART and when we will be able to add classes to the broadcast calendar and send out course agreements. If you have any questions, please contact education@texasrealtors.com.
New Communication Toolkit Resource
Need resources to explain to REALTORS® the changes brought about by the NAR settlement? Texas REALTORS® has created a communications toolkit that has talking points, answers to compensation questions, and resources to promote REALTORS®value and their businesses. Visit texasrealestate.com/toolkit to access all the turnkey materials.
Faculty Post - August 2
Instructor Legal FAQ Page
We've developed a new Legal FAQ portal only for Texas REALTORS® instructors to assist with classroom questions. You'll have the ability submit questions, see questions from other instructors, and all responses from Texas REALTORS® attorneys. Questions and answers will be added to the portal as they come in.
Broadcast Calendar
We are no longer accepting broadcast class requests for the fourth quarter. For the first quarter of 2025, you may schedule classes for no more than ten days within the first quarter. Classes are scheduled in the order that requests are received. Concurrent courses or two iterations of the same class in a week will not be allowed. Once an instructor has scheduled for ten days within the quarter, they will not be allowed to add other classes until two weeks before the quarter closes. Until that time, any requests exceeding the ten-day limit will not be assigned or kept on file. Please check the broadcast calendar for available dates and times.
Education Insider - August 2
GRI Coupons
As a reminder, the Texas REALTORS® GRI discount coupon program will end effective August 15, 2024. We will only accept coupons from classes completed by that date.
Have They or Haven't They?
Less than 30% of Texas REALTORS® have completed the Code of Ethics requirement for Cycle 7. The deadline to complete this training is December 31, 2024. Use the Code of Ethics report instructions to identify your members who still need to take COE training. Texas REALTORS® will not access a fee for Code of Ethics classes scheduled outside of the broadcast calendar
Education Insider - July 19
It's Coming
Texas REALTORS® will be implementing a new website login process to provide better security and simplify credential recovery. Once it goes into affect REALTOR® members and association staff will need to use their NAR website (nar.realtor) login credentials to access TexasRealEstate.com.
M1 Automation of Ethics Compliance
As a reminder, Texas REALTORS® auto-updates M1 records of those that complete our approved Code of Ethics classes. Please email Gregory Lang if you have a class you'd like us to review for automated posting to M1.
WAVes of Change Webinar Series
Texas REALTORS® has secured your ability to participate in a webinar series by the WAV Group that focuses on current industry trends and happenings for both the local MLS and association. Click here for more information and to register for all the webinars in this series.
Education Insider - July 12
One Less Step
Texas REALTORS® no longer charges students qualifying course makeup fees. This includes the fees normally charged for missed coursework and taking the exam or to retake a failed exam. While a fee will no longer be assessed all related coursework must be completed and the exam passed to receive course credit. Remember to include makeup student information in the CART comment section or on the qualifying course summary. Also, notify Texas REALTORS® when a student completes all makeup requirements. Students have 90 days from the last day of the course to complete any missed coursework, take the exam, or retake a failed exam.
Education Insider - June 28
More Contract News
Please share with your members these "How to Use" articles on the following forms:
· Residential Buyer/Tenant Representation Agreement - Short Form (TXR 1507)
· Addendum Regarding Brokers' Fees (TXR 2406)
How Do You...?
Is there a Texas REALTORS® education process or procedure you're unsure of? We are preparing to do a series of short informational videos and would appreciate your input. Email topics of interest to Gregory Lang.
SRS Requirement Change
The Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) has removed the minimum number of transactions requirement from the Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) Designation. Here are the new SRS requirements:
· Complete SRS Designation course
· Complete one elective course
· Be a NAR member
· Submit the SRS Designation application
Education Insider - June 21
Contract Forms Webinar
To access and share the recording of the recent forms webinar from our Legal team click here.
Education Insider - June 14
Updated Contract Forms
Please share this with your members. The Texas REALTORS® Legal Team will host a webinar on Tuesday, June 18 at 1pm regarding recently updated contract forms and the impact of those changes. Members can register here. You may want schedule additional contracts courses to help supplement the webinar training. The form changes are not based on any specific contract course. Any applicable contracts course can be offered. Instructors have been briefed on the updated forms as well.
Got New Members?
License holders preparing to renew their license for the first time, active or inactive, must complete a 30-hour real estate brokerage course to renew. GRI: Real Estate Brokerage satisfies this requirement. Also the GRI: Real Estate Brokerage will meet the NAR code of ethics requirement due this year and is part of the GRI Designation.
Pre-register with CART
Adding pre-registrants to CART for upcoming classes will automatically allow those attendees access to all course materials (manuals, evaluations, handouts, etc.) three days before the course begins through their “my education” page on our website. As a reminder, pre-registrant counts are required for upcoming broadcast classes. As attendees register for classes, you can add them to the CART using the "Add Pre-Registrants" option. This information will flow into the Classes Report giving Texas REALTORS® and the instructor an estimate on student attendance.
Education Insider - June 7
Code of Ethics 2024
We recently discovered a Code of Ethics (COE) posting issue to M1 that we have corrected. If you recently checked member COE status, please check again using the Code of Ethics report instructions to confirm member M1 record reflects COE requirement has been met for Cycle 7 and also identify members who still need to take COE training. As a reminder, Texas REALTORS® does not assess a fee for Code of Ethics classes scheduled outside the broadcast calendar.
It's Almost Over
If you have been thinking about offering the Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation course, now is the time. The SRS royalty fee discount will end June 30, 2024. To qualify for these savings, all SRS courses must be offered and completed by June 30, 2024 to only owe the discounted rate of $55 per student.
Education Insider - May 24
WAVes of Change Webinar Series
Texas REALTORS® has secured your ability to participate in a webinar series by the WAV Group that focuses on current industry trends and happenings for both the local MLS and association. Click here for more information and to register for all the webinars in this series.
Education Insider - May 17
Qualifying Education Hosts - Action Required
TREC has established compliance guidelines for Qualifying Education (QE) providers. If you plan to offer any GRI, TACS, or REALTOR® Launch class, you must complete the following five-question form.
M1 Automation of Ethics Compliance
As a reminder, Texas REALTORS® auto-updates M1 records of those that complete our approved Code of Ethics classes. Please email Gregory Lang if you have a class you'd like us to review for automated posting to M1.
Education Insider - May 10
2025 Subscription Class Requests
We are looking for recommendations for the 2025 subscription program. The program will offer 70 hours of continuing education credit and we would like to tailor it to the interests of your members. Is there a particular class or topic members have been asking for? Send your suggestions to Gregory Lang by Friday, May 17.
Education Insider - May 3
3Q Broadcast Schedule Available
The 2024 third quarter broadcast classes are available for scheduling. Check out the vast array of classes available by viewing the broadcast calendar. Click here.
2025 Subscription Class Requests
We are looking for recommendations for the 2025 subscription program. The program will offer 70 hours of continuing education credit and we would like to tailor it to the interests of your members. Is there a particular class or topic members have been asking for? Send your suggestions to Gregory Lang.
New Marketing Resources
Texas REALTORS® is working to develop new marketing tools to help promote the value of real estate education. As our partners in providing quality education we'd love your input regarding the development of these tools. Please email your suggestions about the type of education marketing tools you feel would enhance your education offerings to Gregory Lang by next Friday, May 10.
Forms Webinar
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience many registrants to yesterday’s Zoom Forms Update experienced. While we offered unlimited registration for the meeting, our Zoom capacity was limited to 1,000 attendees. We know that many registrants set time aside to view the webinar live and were unable to do so due to the limited capacity.
We want to assure you, and for you to assure your members, that the meeting was recorded and is available for on-demand viewing at https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/961504940. and slides are available to share: CLICK FOR SLIDES
Again, we apologize for any inconvenience your members may have experienced and will work to ensure that does not happen again. We appreciate your understanding.
CLICK TO SEE DRAFTS OF NEW AND UPDATED FORMS
BOOKMARK THIS PAGE FOR REAL TIME UPDATES: Texasrealestate.com/Lawsuit
Education Insider - July 12
One Less Step
Texas REALTORS® no longer charges students qualifying course makeup fees. This includes the fees normally charged for missed coursework and taking the exam or to retake a failed exam. While a fee will no longer be assessed all related coursework must be completed and the exam passed to receive course credit. Remember to include makeup student information in the CART comment section or on the qualifying course summary. Also, notify Texas REALTORS® when a student completes all makeup requirements. Students have 90 days from the last day of the course to complete any missed coursework, take the exam, or retake a failed exam.
Education Insider - June 28
More Contract News
Please share with your members these "How to Use" articles on the following forms:
- Residential Buyer/Tenant Representation Agreement - Short Form (TXR 1507)
- Addendum Regarding Brokers' Fees (TXR 2406)
How Do You...?
Is there a Texas REALTORS® education process or procedure you're unsure of? We are preparing to do a series of short informational videos and would appreciate your input. Email topics of interest to Gregory Lang.
SRS Requirement Change
The Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) has removed the minimum number of transactions requirement from the Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) Designation. Here are the new SRS requirements:
- Complete SRS Designation course
- Complete one elective course
- Be a NAR member
- Submit the SRS Designation application
Education Insider - June 21
Contract Forms Webinar
To access and share the recording of the recent forms webinar from our Legal team click here.
Education Insider - Jun 14
Updated Contract Forms
Please share this with your members. The Texas REALTORS® Legal Team will host a webinar on Tuesday, June 18 at 1pm regarding recently updated contract forms and the impact of those changes. Members can register here. You may want schedule additional contracts courses to help supplement the webinar training. The form changes are not based on any specific contract course. Any applicable contracts course can be offered. Instructors have been briefed on the updated forms as well.
Got New Members?
License holders preparing to renew their license for the first time, active or inactive, must complete a 30-hour real estate brokerage course to renew. GRI: Real Estate Brokerage satisfies this requirement. Also the GRI: Real Estate Brokerage will meet the NAR code of ethics requirement due this year and is part of the GRI Designation.
Pre-register with CART
Adding pre-registrants to CART for upcoming classes will automatically allow those attendees access to all course materials (manuals, evaluations, handouts, etc.) three days before the course begins through their “my education” page on our website. As a reminder, pre-registrant counts are required for upcoming broadcast classes. As attendees register for classes, you can add them to the CART using the "Add Pre-Registrants" option. This information will flow into the Classes Report giving Texas REALTORS® and the instructor an estimate on student attendance.
Education Insider - June 7
Code of Ethics 2024
We recently discovered a Code of Ethics (COE) posting issue to M1 that we have corrected. If you recently checked member COE status, please check again using the Code of Ethics report instructions to confirm member M1 record reflects COE requirement has been met for Cycle 7 and also identify members who still need to take COE training. As a reminder, Texas REALTORS® does not assess a fee for Code of Ethics classes scheduled outside the broadcast calendar.
It's Almost Over
If you have been thinking about offering the Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation course, now is the time. The SRS royalty fee discount will end June 30, 2024. To qualify for these savings, all SRS courses must be offered and completed by June 30, 2024 to only owe the discounted rate of $55 per student.
Education Insider - May 24
WAVes of Change Webinar Series
Texas REALTORS® has secured your ability to participate in a webinar series by the WAV Group that focuses on current industry trends and happenings for both the local MLS and association. Click here for more information and to register for all the webinars in this series.
Education Insider - May 17
Qualifying Education Hosts - Action Required
TREC has established compliance guidelines for Qualifying Education (QE) providers. If you plan to offer any GRI, TACS, or REALTOR® Launch class, you must complete the following five-question form.
M1 Automation of Ethics Compliance
As a reminder, Texas REALTORS® auto-updates M1 records of those that complete our approved Code of Ethics classes. Please email Gregory Lang if you have a class you'd like us to review for automated posting to M1.
Education Insider - May 10
2025 Subscription Class Requests
We are looking for recommendations for the 2025 subscription program. The program will offer 70 hours of continuing education credit and we would like to tailor it to the interests of your members. Is there a particular class or topic members have been asking for? Send your suggestions to Gregory Lang by Friday, May 17.
Education Insider - May 3
3Q Broadcast Schedule Available
The 2024 third quarter broadcast classes are available for scheduling. Check out the vast array of classes available by viewing the broadcast calendar. Click here.
2025 Subscription Class Requests
We are looking for recommendations for the 2025 subscription program. The program will offer 70 hours of continuing education credit and we would like to tailor it to the interests of your members. Is there a particular class or topic members have been asking for? Send your suggestions to Gregory Lang.
New Marketing Resources
Texas REALTORS® is working to develop new marketing tools to help promote the value of real estate education. As our partners in providing quality education we'd love your input regarding the development of these tools. Please email your suggestions about the type of education marketing tools you feel would enhance your education offerings to Gregory Lang by next Friday, May 10.
Faculty Post - July 12
Today's the Day!
Today, July 12 is the submission deadline for the fourth quarter broadcast calendar. Submit class requests here.
Instructor Training & Development
As real estate education continues to evolve, the need for quality instructors will increase. Attending the Instructor Training Institute (ITI) is a great way to meet that growing need. The ITI will help instructor candidates develop effective presentation skills, teaching methods, and it is a requirement for those who want to teach GRI or other Texas REALTORS® training programs. Interested in attending an ITI training? Click here.
Faculty Post - June 28
More Contract News
The Legal team has drafted explanations on how to use the new forms below. This information may be used in class to help explain using the form.
- Residential Buyer/Tenant Representation Agreement - Short Form (TXR 1507)
- Addendum Regarding Brokers' Fees (TXR 2406)
Fourth Quarter Broadcast Class
As a reminder, the submission deadline for the fourth quarter broadcast calendar is Friday, July 12. Submit class requests here.
SRS Requirement Change
The Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) has removed the minimum number of transactions requirement from the Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) Designation. Here are the new SRS requirements:
- Complete SRS Designation course
- Complete one elective course
- Be a NAR member
- Submit the SRS Designation application
Instructor Training & Development
As real estate education continues to evolve, the need for quality instructors will increase. Attending the Instructor Training Institute (ITI) is a great way to meet that growing need. The ITI will help instructor candidates develop effective presentation skills, teaching methods, and it is a requirement for those who want to teach GRI or other Texas REALTORS® training programs. Interested in attending an ITI training? Click here.
Faculty Post - June 21
New Forms and Contract Courses
The updated contract forms are not connected to a specific class. Instructors can use any approved contract course to review and discuss the application of the forms based on the changes.
Contract Forms Webinar
To access and share the recording of the recent forms webinar from our Legal team, click here.
Faculty Post - June 14
Updated Contract Forms
To access the June 10 meeting video and additional information regarding the updated contract forms click here. Also, there will be a forms update webinar for Texas REALTORS® members on June 18, 2024 at 1pm. Click here to register.
Faculty Post - June 14
Updated Contract Forms
To access the June 10 meeting video and additional information regarding the updated contract forms click here. Also, there will be a forms update webinar for Texas REALTORS® members on June 18, 2024 at 1pm. Click here to register.
Faculty Post - June 7
Contract Forms Meeting
Revisions to the legal forms are now complete. The Texas REALTORS® Legal Team will host a meeting Monday, June 10 from 2pm to 4pm to walk through and answer any questions regarding the updated forms. Click here to register for the meeting. Advanced copies of the updated forms will be provided to instructors today, Friday, June 7. Please review and come with any questions. If you do not receive the forms contact Cara Cate.
It's Almost Over
If you have been thinking about teaching the Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designation course, now's the time. The SRS royalty fee discount will end June 30, 2024. To qualify for these savings, all SRS courses must be offered and completed by June 30, 2024 to only owe the discounted rate of $55 per student.
Faculty Post - May 24
Contract Form Revisions
Our Forms Task Force is expected to finalize and approve updates to the Texas REALTORS® forms to comply with the required changes per the NAR settlement. The forms will be available for review once approved, which will hopefully be soon after June 5. We will schedule a meeting shortly after the approval to walk through the updates. Texas REALTORS® will make the new and updated forms available for member use on June 24. To see the list of forms pending revision click here. Please contact David Jones with any questions.
WAVes of Change Webinar Series
Texas REALTORS® has secured your ability to participate in a webinar series by the WAV Group that focuses on current industry trends and happenings for both the local MLS and association. Click here for more information and to register for all the webinars in this series.
TREC Credit
Instructors who hold a real estate license can get license renewal CE credit from the courses they teach. To request CE credit submit an instructor credit request form. List Texas REALTORS® as provider with #1 as the provider number. Submit your instructor credit request along with the class in CART or by email within a week of the class if teaching through a local association. Email form to education@texasrealtors.com.
Faculty Post - May 24
Contract Form Revisions
Our Forms Task Force is expected to finalize and approve updates to the Texas REALTORS® forms to comply with the required changes per the NAR settlement. The forms will be available for review once approved, which will hopefully be soon after June 5. We will schedule a meeting shortly after the approval to walk through the updates. Texas REALTORS® will make the new and updated forms available for member use on June 24. To see the list of forms pending revision click here. Please contact David Jones with any questions.
WAVes of Change Webinar Series
Texas REALTORS® has secured your ability to participate in a webinar series by the WAV Group that focuses on current industry trends and happenings for both the local MLS and association. Click here for more information and to register for all the webinars in this series.
TREC Credit
Instructors who hold a real estate license can get license renewal CE credit from the courses they teach. To request CE credit submit an instructor credit request form. List Texas REALTORS® as provider with #1 as the provider number. Submit your instructor credit request along with the class in CART or by email within a week of the class if teaching through a local association. Email form to education@texasrealtors.com.
Forms Update Webinar
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience many registrants to yesterday’s Zoom Forms Update experienced. While we offered unlimited registration for the meeting, our Zoom capacity was limited to 1,000 attendees. We know that many registrants set time aside to view the webinar live and were unable to do so due to the limited capacity.
We want to assure you, and for you to assure your members, that the meeting was recorded and is available for on-demand viewing at https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/961504940. and slides are available to share: CLICK FOR SLIDES
Again, we apologize for any inconvenience your members may have experienced and will work to ensure that does not happen again. We appreciate your understanding.
CLICK TO SEE DRAFTS OF NEW AND UPDATED FORMS
BOOKMARK THIS PAGE FOR REAL TIME UPDATES: Texasrealestate.com/Lawsuit
Forms Update Webinar
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience many registrants to yesterday’s Zoom Forms Update experienced. While we offered unlimited registration for the meeting, our Zoom capacity was limited to 1,000 attendees. We know that many registrants set time aside to view the webinar live and were unable to do so due to the limited capacity.
We want to assure you, and for you to assure your members, that the meeting was recorded and is available for on-demand viewing at https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/961504940. and slides are available to share: CLICK FOR SLIDES
Again, we apologize for any inconvenience your members may have experienced and will work to ensure that does not happen again. We appreciate your understanding.
CLICK TO SEE DRAFTS OF NEW AND UPDATED FORMS
BOOKMARK THIS PAGE FOR REAL TIME UPDATES: Texasrealestate.com/Lawsuit
Faculty Post - May 17
4Q Broadcast Class Requests
Request are now being accepted for the 2024 fourth quarter broadcast class schedule. At this time you may schedule classes for no more than ten days within the fourth quarter. Multiple classes may be scheduled on the same day only if the time slot is available. Once classes are scheduled for the ten days within the quarter, no additional courses will be added and any additional course requests exceeding the ten day limit will not be assigned or kept on file. Submit class requests here.
Instructor Application Process
Texas REALTORS® is reviewing the instructor application process and would like your feedback. To help us determine the best practices for the application submission, please share your comments about applying to become a Texas REALTORS® instructor. Email suggestions and comments to Gregory Lang.
Instructor Legal FAQ Page
We've developed a new Legal FAQ portal for instructors to assist with classroom questions. You'll have the ability submit questions, see questions from other instructors and responses from Texas REALTORS® attorneys. Questions and answers will be added to the portal as they come in. This is available only to Texas REALTORS® Instructors and helpful for answering tough questions in class. Click here.
Faculty Post - May 10
Time is Running Out
For 2024 per the instructor agreement, each instructor must complete mandatory training regarding safe classroom spaces. Effective Monday, May 13 instructors who have not finished the training will be moved to inactive status until such time as the training requirement is met. Here is the link to the compliance training video. Once an instructor becomes inactive, all future classes will be removed from our system.
2025 Subscription Class Program
Do you have a new, innovative real estate topic that would make a great class? We are looking for recommendations for the 2025 subscription program. The goal is to offer an array of classes with relevant content not currently found in the classroom. Send your subscription course suggestions to Gregory Lang by Friday, May 17.
Faculty Post - May 3
Compliance Training
As part of the 2024 instructor agreement, each instructor must complete mandatory training regarding safe classroom spaces by April 30, 2024. Effective Monday, May 6 instructors who have not completed the training will be moved to inactive status until such time as the training is completed. The compliance training video must be completed to maintain an active instructor status.
4Q Broadcast Class Requests
The third quarter broadcast calendar is now closed. Request are now being accepted for the 2024 fourth quarter broadcast class schedule. At this time you may schedule classes for no more than ten days within the fourth quarter. Multiple classes may be scheduled on the same day only if the time slot is available. Once classes are scheduled for the ten days within the quarter, no additional courses will be added and any additional course requests exceeding the ten day limit will not be assigned or kept on file. Submit class requests here.
Contact education@texasrealtors.com