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TREC Legal Update I #42039

This course taught by Don Burns, Lynne McCarthy or Tikila Adolph, is a 4-hour non-elective that is mandatory to satisfy TREC’s requirements to update your license. Please download the student manual, found on the link below, prior to class.  Virtual $650, Classroom $675

[Download the Legal Update I & II Student Manual]

TREC Legal Update II #42040

This course taught by Don Burns, Lynne McCarthy or Tikila Adolph is a 4-hour non-elective that is mandatory to satisfy TREC’s requirements to update your license. Please download the student manual, found on the link below, prior to class.  Virtual $650, Classroom $675

[Download the Legal Update I & II Student Manual] Legal II manual starts on page 55

Understanding Contracts & Forms #46598

This 4-hour Contracts course, taught by Lynne McCarthy satisfies the TREC Contracts Class requirement. This class will be using the TREC 20-17 Contract that is required for use February 1, 2023 and also satisfies your Contract requirement to renew your license. Topics include the essential elements that comprise valid contracts and Fiduciary duties. Learn how and when to use the correct Texas promulgated Purchase Contract Forms, Addenda, disclosures, and Notices used in residential real estate transactions. Specific attention has been given to those subjects that will enable you to practice real estate brokerage in a lawful and knowledgeable way. We will break into groups and discuss certain paragraphs in the Contract and discuss those paragraphs in detail.      Click HERE for downloads needed for this class. Virtual $600, Classroom $650

Building an Offer With the Updated 1-4 Family Contract #46907

This 3-hour Contracts course, taught by Shannon Broussard, satisfies the TREC Contracts Class requirement. This class covers the latest updates to Contracts as required by TREC and will walk you through the correct way to fill out a contract. You’ll leave confident ad ready to write offers! Virtual $550, Classroom $600

Unleash AI in Real Estate Marketing #46131

This 2-hour elective course is taught by Kerrie Saeger. In this course, you will learn about the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) the various platforms that realtors are currently using, and how it can be used in the real estate industry. You will learn how to leverage AI to enhance your real estate business, including how to get the most out of ChatGPT. By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of how AI and ChatGPT can benefit your real estate business, as well as practical knowledge on how to implement these tools effectively. You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to stay ahead of the curve and maximize your success as a realtor in today’s rapidly changing market. The Venue for this class must have a TV with HDMI port and a strong wifi. Virtual $450, Classroom $500

Agent Branding 101 #46011

This 2-hour elective course is taught by Shannon Broussard. The class is designed to help real estate agents create a real estate brand. Agents learn how to differentiate themselves and their services. Once an agent identifies their brand they learn how to market that brand to potential buyers and sellers. Virtual $450, Classroom $475

Define & Build Your Brand 2.0 #45268

This 2-hour elective course is taught by Kathryn C. Wheat. Realtors must take time to differentiate their uniqueness so that they can attract attention and stand out from competitors. This class will teach Real Estate Agents how to create a unique advantage in the mind of Buyers & Sellers because brand building is much more than slogans, bright colors or fancy logos. Once Agents define their individuality, they can then implement a good branding strategy to position themselves in a way that will help Buyers & Sellers see and appreciate the unique value of their brand over the competition. Virtual $450, Classroom $500

Basics of the 1031 Exchange & The DST #42692

This 2-hour elective is taught by Lynne McCarthy. This class will demonstrate, step by step, the tax consequence of exchange compared to a taxable sale and discuss the many benefits of structuring an exchange.  You will learn about the 1031 Exchange, the DTS and will address like-kind properties, time frames for the 1031, the boot and drop & swap. Virtual $450, Classroom $475

Lease to Lender #44710

This 2-hour elective is taught by Shannon Broussard. Are you ready for more business in the next 12-24 months? Learn what makes this lead source a win/win for your book of business. With an agent’s guide to converting a lessee to a buyer, you are sure to hit all the important dates with well thought out strategies. Virtual $450, Classroom $475

Don’t WALK-THROUGH it Alone #44711

This 2-hour elective is taught by Shannon Broussard. Are you looking to improve one of the last face-to-face touchpoints in your real estate transactions? Do you want this touchpoint to be a good memory?A final walk-through can either make or break your next referral. This course features a real estate agent guide to a buyer’s walk-through and acceptance of one of your client’s major purchases. Virtual $450, Classroom $475

Feedback Fundamentals – A Buyer’s Vantage Point #45283

This 2-hour elective is taught by Shannon Broussard. Did the buyers like the house? Are we priced too high? What do the sellers need to know/do to get the home sold? These are all questions where feedback can help you as the listing agent. In this class, we dig deeper by giving feedback from a buyer’s vantage point. We know the best feedback is an offer, until then feedback is used to move real estate. Virtual $450, Classroom $475

Mortgage Secrets #45365

This 2-hour elective course is taught by Kerrie Saeger. In this course you will get a peek behind the scenes into the world of mortgages beyond the basics. Discussion will include how to “read between the lines” of mortgage advertising, how to structure an offer or counter-offer that will be a win-win for the seller and buyer, the difference between QM and non-QM mortgages and how they can expand your business, specialized programs for buyers with “out of the box” needs, what loan level price adjustors are and how they impact rates, and much more. Virtual $450, Classroom $475

Selling in a New Development #45298

This 2-hour elective is taught by Shannon Broussard. In this class you will learn the difference between a builder and developer. You’ll learn what you need to know about New Construction and the questions you should be asking. We’ll go into how to talk about HOA’s, MUD’s, PID’s and Homestead exemptions so you can better educate your clients. This class will give you the confidence needed to approach selling in New Developments! Virtual $450, Classroom $475

Mortgage’s in Today’s Market #46986

This 2-hour elective is taught by Angie Blacklock. Do you feel like lender lingo is a different language?  Are you curious about what happens with a loan behind the scenes once a home is under contract?  In this class we will discuss the different types of home loans available, terms related to the mortgage process, how the loan moves from contract to close and highlight the part you as the realtor play in all of it. Virtual $450, Classroom $475

Rapid Fire Self Defense for Realtors #47116

This 2-hour elective is taught by Larry Escher. The Rapid Fire Self Defense Course is a “Hands-On” course that equips Realtors with practical skills and strategies to enhance personal safety and security at open houses, client meetings, and showings. Through presentation, role-playing, and physical practice, realtors will learn effective techniques for situational awareness, conflict de-escalation, and physical self-defense, empowering them to navigate potentially risky situations with confidence and competence. Because of the active nature of this course, ample room must be available for practice. Amenity Centers are ideal as they have the space needed for this type of course. Classroom ONLY $475

Understand Builders, Attract Buyers, Close More Deals! #42872

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Kathryn C. Wheat. This class is designed to help Realtors confidently and knowledgeably sell in the new construction market. We’ll explain the Builder Perspective, the Building Process, and How to NOT get left behind as well as uncover the secret to attracting the buyers who want to build their dream home! Virtual $525, Classroom $575

TikTok for Realtors #43861

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Kerrie Saeger. Think TikTok is just for dancing teens? Think again! TikTok is quickly becoming THE place to be on social media. In this class you’ll learn where to find content ideas and how to use the app to create attention-grabbing videos that will attract a large following of prospective clients – and you’ll be relieved to know you can do it without dancing (unless you want to, of course). Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Instagram for Realtors #43531

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Kerrie Saeger. With over 2 billion monthly users, Instagram has one of the highest levels of engagement between users and brands. In this course, Realtors will learn how to use Instagram to build their brand and attract new buyers and sellers through photo and video content. You will learn how to create informative and entertaining videos for your real estate business using Instagram REELS. Participants will be shown how to use the editing features in the app to create short videos of home tours, educational tips related to homeownership, and more with LIVE demos.  You will also learn how to use posts and stories, how to find content ideas, what type of account to use, and tips and tricks to maximize your time and marketing activities. For in person classes a TV with HDMI input is needed. Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Content to Contracts – The 4 C’s of Social Media #Coming Soon

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Kerrie Saeger. In this course you will learn the secret to creating content for your social media that will attract your ideal prospect, engage them in meaningful conversations, build trust and credibility, and ultimately convert them to qualified customers. Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Mortgage Matters #43485

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Kerrie Saeger. All loans are alike – right? Well, not necessarily. In this course we will take the mystery out of mortgages. We will discuss how to refer a lender, pre-approval versus pre-qualification, different types of loans that a homebuyer can choose, working with the loan officer for a smooth transaction, and what is going on from contract to closing. We will also discuss some special loan programs that could help you market and sell more homes. Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Working With Buyers #45403

This 3-hour elective is taught by Lynne McCarthy. This class will fully prepare you to CRUSH the Buying Process! We will cover the new changes to our Contract, what to do if a Buyer or Seller dies during escrow, 1031 Exchange, Short Sales, Auctions, Foreclosures (REO’s). We will also discuss the History of Mortgages and the different types of Mortgages: VA & VA Land Board, FHA, Conventional, Jumbo/Super Jumbo & the Reverse Mortgage. We will finish up with the Title Commitment and the Closing Disclosure. Virtual $525, Classroom $575

CMA’s Made Easy #42691

This 3-hour elective is taught by Lynne McCarthy. When you hear the word CMA, do you wonder where to start and what properties to select for your report? In this class we will cover the appraisal process, value of property, 3 approaches of value, who really needs a CMA and what a CMA is. We will discuss the principles for choosing a comparable, selecting the properties and making the correct adjustments. Then we will create the CMA in Matrix and discuss which pages to include in your CMA and more. After this class you’ll be able to do a CMA with confidence! Virtual $525, Classroom $575

CMA’s: Practice Makes Perfect #44735

This 3-hour elective is taught by Lynne McCarthy. It is highly recommended that you complete the CMA’s Made Easy course prior to taking this one. We will discuss the Agents’ responsibility and where to search for properties as well as doing an individual exercise to choose the Comparables. We will cover what data to collect, how to make adjustments on the comparables and come up with pricing for your Listing appointment. Students will need a computer to take this class. Virtual $525, Classroom $575

It’s Never Too Late for that Business Plan #42579

This 3-hour elective is taught by Lynne McCarthy. We will go through what a business plan is, the elements it should contain and why it is important to go through the 5 circles and where to start.  We’ll discuss a S.W.O.T and participate in a class exercise doing a Life assessment. You’ll learn how to write a successful business plan! Virtual $525, Classroom $575 

Matrix Simplified #42578

This 3-hour elective is taught by Lynne McCarthy. This class is designed to give the user an overview of HAR’s Matrix system.  We’ll cover the widgets, what they are, how to modify the screen, how to set up the different defaults and search criteria, and how to add or remove columns you view.  We’ll go through the cars and how to use them for our clients.  We’ll cover each tab to gain knowledge of the different areas to locate public records, stats, finance and matrix mobile. Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Inspection Basics for Realtors #42272

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Darrel Creacy. An introduction to the Inspector and Inspection process. It covers the levels of inspectors licenses, Tools of the trade, Professional organizations, Limitations and the standards of practice. Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Tips and Tricks to Stage Like the Pros. #42827

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Maritza Ortega. Staging a home is essential in any market. It gets the home sold faster and for top dollar. This class will teach you how to maximize your profits and get your listings sold! You will learn hands on practical applications of Home Staging so you will be equipped to benefit your sellers and prepare your listings to look their best! Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Photo & Video Skills for Social Media Marketing #44396

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Maritza Ortega. Using quality photos and videos on your Social Media platforms is one of the most powerful ways to grow your audience and attract more leads that turn into clients. Great photography and video require thoughtful composition and preparation. This class will teach you the fundamental skills to take your Social Media to the next level! Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Divorce Agent’s Market Niche #44798

This 3-hour elective course (DAMN) is taught by Shannon Broussard. Seasoned agents who want to learn how to lay the foundation to build another lead source, need this valuable course.  DAMN is for agents who find themselves representing two clients on the same side of the transaction who don’t get along.  The knowledge gained in this course will help you establish yourself in this Real Estate market niche. Virtual $525, Classroom $575

Social Media Marketing Basics #45115

This 3-hour elective course is taught by Shannon Broussard. This course will get you started in Social Media Marketing. We will discuss how Social Media fits in your marketing strategy. We will cover some of the more popular platforms and how to use them as well as discuss were to find content for your social media and how to create followers! Virtual $525, Classroom $575