About

This Real Estate Marketing course focuses on professionalism and ethics, the characteristics of a successful sales agent, time management, the psychology of marketing, and listing procedures. You will learn how advertising is governed by certain rules and regulations as well as various techniques for advertising (including technology and online marketing, social media marketing, marketing research and data analysis and pricing). In this course, you will review some of the principles of understanding clients/personality types. You will discover some of the basics of negotiating and closing transactions, identify how financing is a part of the marketing process, and, finally, identify the impact of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protections Act (DTPA) on marketing.

It is important as you proceed through the course to remember the phrase, as those topics impact marketing. Each topic has been the subject of an endless number of articles, seminars, books, continuing education courses, studies, surveys and so on.

One could spend a lifetime studying just one of these topics as new information, rules and regulations continually emerge. Dedicated professionals will find far more information on each topic. Therefore, the scope of this course is, insofar as possible, limited to how each area impacts marketing.

Topics Covered

This course focuses on the following topics:

• Lesson 1: Real Estate Marketing
• Lesson 2: The Marketing Concept
• Lesson 3: Prospecting and Target Marketing
• Lesson 4: Technology and Online Marketing
• Lesson 5: Social Media Marketing
• Lesson 6: Marketing Research and Data Analysis
• Lesson 7: Product and Pricing Strategies
• Lesson 8: Pricing Your Services
• Lesson 9: Successful Marketing Strategies
• Lesson 10: Understanding Clients
• Lesson 11: Marketing with Consumer Education
• Lesson 12: Interplay Between Marketing & Finance
• Lesson 13: State and Federal laws
• Lesson 14: Ethics and Real Estate Professionalism

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Discover the characteristics of the successful salesperson.
• Define some aspects of the psychology of marketing.
• Identify how financing is a part of the marketing process.
• Explain how advertising is governed by certain rules and regulations as well as various techniques for advertising.
• Recite required listing procedures.
• Discover some of the basics of negotiating and closing transactions.
• Define the impact of the DTPA on marketing.
• Recognize suitable time management practices.
• Identify rules relating to professionalism and ethics.

About

Establishing your career as a real estate brokerage requires extensive knowledge of the real estate industry. Brokers are required to stay updated with real estate trends and outlooks. They are also required to have the necessary qualifications and experience to run their own business. If you're looking forward to starting your own brokerage business, then you need to arm yourself with crucial information on how a brokerage business works.

This course will attempt to help learners understand the process of establishing their own brokerage business starting from understanding the pros and cons of starting a business, to choosing a business type, to managing financials, operations, administration, marketing and finally maintaining sustainability. The course caters to learners trying to establish their brokerage business in Texas and so TREC rules about brokers, ethical practices, marketing, hiring and business management is provided in the course for the learner to know and understand.

Topics Covered

• Lesson 1: Introduction
• Lesson 2: Starting a Brokerage Business
• Lesson 3: Ethical & Legal Business Practices
• Lesson 4: Analyzing the Market & the Competition
• Lesson 5: Managing Risk
• Lesson 6: Marketing Best Practices
• Lesson 7: Management Style & Structure
• Lesson 8: Recruiting & Hiring
• Lesson 9: Professional Brokerage Competency & License Holder Productivity
• Lesson 10: Practical Business Considerations
• Lesson 11: Looking into the Future
• Lesson 12: Broker/Sales Agent Roles & Responsibilities

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understanding the Real Estate Industry.
• Knowing the basics of starting a brokerage business.
• Be aware of the ethical & legal business practices.
• Know the methods of analyzing the market & the competition.
• Understand the basics of managing risk.
• Learn how to finance your business.
• Know how to negotiate a commercial lease.
• Know how to draft the marketing plan.
• Be aware of various management Style & Structure
• Understand the process of recruitment & hiring for real estate.
• Know about professional brokerage competency & Associate License Holder productivity.
• Learn about the necessary steps in evaluating the business.
• Knowing how to be sustainable and find growth Opportunities.

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Real estate transactions involve a complex set of laws, regulations, and requirements. Even though the licensee will not be practicing law, it is important to know and understand how contract law, both in general and with respect to Texas in particular, impacts the ownership and transfer of property. While the practitioner is prohibited from creating contracts from scratch, he or she is authorized to complete forms promulgated by the Texas Real Estate Commission. In addition to knowing the mechanics of doing so, it is important that the practitioner knows and understands the influence contract law has on these transactions.

In this course, we will identify some key concepts of Texas Contract law, recite the basics of real estate law in general, complete a review of the introduction to contracts, explore ownership rights and limitations vis-à-vis real estate, identify a variety of contracts used in real estate, explore the details of the sales contract, discover the contingencies, addendums and amendments used in typical real estate transactions, identify the process of financing real estate, explore how title to real estate is conveyed, detail the transaction process and the closing of a deal, and identify some common contract mistakes.

Topics Covered

Lesson 1: Texas Contract Law

Lesson 2: The Basics of Real Estate Law

Lesson 3: Introduction to Contracts

Lesson 4: Ownership Rights and Limitations

Lesson 5: Contracts Used in Real Estate

Lesson 6: The Sales Contract

Lesson 7: Contingencies, Addenda, and Amendments

Lesson 8: Financing Real Estate

Lesson 9: Conveyance of Title

Lesson 10: Transaction Process and Closing

Lesson 11: Common Contract Mistakes

Learning Objectives

This course contains numerous opportunities for interaction. The student will be expected to complete each exercise, quiz, reading assignment, and exam in this course. By reviewing and examining the information presented, at the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Comprehend the Provisions of The Texas Real Estate License Act
• Recite the Basics of Contract Law
• Discover Elements of a Valid Contract and The Various Types of Contracts That Exist
• Identify Various Ownership Rights and Limitations, Including Encumbrances, Water and Mineral Rights and Environmental Issues
• Comprehend Various Contracts Used in Real Estate
• Analyze and Understand the Component Parts of a Sales Contract
• Recite the Meaning and Use of Contingencies, Addendums and Amendments
• Understand the Terminology and Process of Financing Real Estate
• Identify the Concepts and Steps Involved in Conveyance of Title
• Recite the Transaction Process and Closing
• Comprehend a Variety of Common Contract Mistakes

About

Real estate transactions involve a complex set of laws, regulations, and requirements. Even though the licensee will not be practicing law, it is important to know and understand how contract law, both in general and with respect to Texas in particular, impacts the ownership and transfer of property. While the practitioner is prohibited from creating contracts from scratch, he or she is authorized to complete forms promulgated by the Texas Real Estate Commission. In addition to knowing the mechanics of doing so, it is important that the practitioner knows and understands the influence contract law has on these transactions.

In this course, we will identify some key concepts of Texas Contract law, recite the basics of real estate law in general, complete a review of the introduction to contracts, explore ownership rights and limitations vis-à-vis real estate, identify a variety of contracts used in real estate, explore the details of the sales contract, discover the contingencies, addendums and amendments used in typical real estate transactions, identify the process of financing real estate, explore how title to real estate is conveyed, detail the transaction process and the closing of a deal, and identify some common contract mistakes.

Topics Covered

Lesson 1: Texas Contract Law

Lesson 2: The Basics of Real Estate Law

Lesson 3: Introduction to Contracts

Lesson 4: Ownership Rights and Limitations

Lesson 5: Contracts Used in Real Estate

Lesson 6: The Sales Contract

Lesson 7: Contingencies, Addenda, and Amendments

Lesson 8: Financing Real Estate

Lesson 9: Conveyance of Title

Lesson 10: Transaction Process and Closing

Lesson 11: Common Contract Mistakes

Learning Objectives

This course contains numerous opportunities for interaction. The student will be expected to complete each exercise, quiz, reading assignment, and exam in this course. By reviewing and examining the information presented, at the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Comprehend the Provisions of The Texas Real Estate License Act
• Recite the Basics of Contract Law
• Discover Elements of a Valid Contract and The Various Types of Contracts That Exist
• Identify Various Ownership Rights and Limitations, Including Encumbrances, Water and Mineral Rights and Environmental Issues
• Comprehend Various Contracts Used in Real Estate
• Analyze and Understand the Component Parts of a Sales Contract
• Recite the Meaning and Use of Contingencies, Addendums and Amendments
• Understand the Terminology and Process of Financing Real Estate
• Identify the Concepts and Steps Involved in Conveyance of Title
• Recite the Transaction Process and Closing
• Comprehend a Variety of Common Contract Mistakes

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Perfect for students who want to complete their courses quickly and pass the exam with our Recorded Proctoring Service (RPS).

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Get your real estate license with 180 Hours of Courses, Recorded Proctoring Service (RPS), and 90 Hours of SAE Course.

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All 180 Hours of courses you need to get your Texas real estate license and pass your exam the first time!

About

All Texas real estate transactions are formalized using a standard suite of contracts known as the Promulgated Forms, and it is a core role of the real estate salesperson to guide their clients through the proper use of these forms to a successful and legally binding conclusion.

This course covers all of the standard forms and contracts that may be required during a Texas real estate transaction. Upon completion of the course, students will understand the purpose, role and background of each form, be able to select appropriate forms to meet the requirements of a particular transaction and show competence in completing the forms correctly.

This 30-hour course forms part of the mandatory education towards licensure as a real estate salesperson in Texas, as required by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC).

Only members can use Texas Association of REALTOR® forms.

An owner that is exempt from the Fair Housing Act may still be liable for racial discrimination under the Civil Rights Act of 1866. There are no exceptions under that act.

The fair lending laws require lenders to not discriminate against all of the same protected classes as the Fair Housing Act (race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status or handicap) plus age, marital status, and receipt of public income.

Topics Covered

This course contains the following topics:

• Lesson 1: Contract Law Overview
• Lesson 2: Laws, Rules and Regulations
• Lesson 3: Parties, Properties and Financing
• Lesson 4: Covenants, Commitments, and Notices
• Lesson 5: Closing and Possession
• Lesson 6: The Remaining Promulgated Forms
• Lesson 7: Promulgated Addenda, Notices, and Other Forms
• Lesson 8: Other Real Estate Matters
• Lesson 9: Practice Makes Perfect

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course the student will be able to:

• Identify the elements of a contract.
• List the forms and contracts promulgated by the Commission and mandated for use.
• Describe laws and rules governing the use of promulgated forms.
• Identify and explain other forms required for a successful transaction.
• Present the disclosures that will be required in a transaction.
• State the broker's responsibility at closing.
• Review scenarios related to the use and identification of contracts and forms.

About

All Texas real estate transactions are formalized using a standard suite of contracts known as the Promulgated Forms, and it is a core role of the real estate salesperson to guide their clients through the proper use of these forms to a successful and legally binding conclusion.

This course covers all of the standard forms and contracts that may be required during a Texas real estate transaction. Upon completion of the course, students will understand the purpose, role and background of each form, be able to select appropriate forms to meet the requirements of a particular transaction and show competence in completing the forms correctly.

This 30-hour course forms part of the mandatory education towards licensure as a real estate salesperson in Texas, as required by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC).

Only members can use Texas Association of REALTOR® forms.

An owner that is exempt from the Fair Housing Act may still be liable for racial discrimination under the Civil Rights Act of 1866. There are no exceptions under that act.

The fair lending laws require lenders to not discriminate against all of the same protected classes as the Fair Housing Act (race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status or handicap) plus age, marital status, and receipt of public income.

Topics Covered

This course contains the following topics:

• Lesson 1: Contract Law Overview
• Lesson 2: Laws, Rules and Regulations
• Lesson 3: Parties, Properties and Financing
• Lesson 4: Covenants, Commitments, and Notices
• Lesson 5: Closing and Possession
• Lesson 6: The Remaining Promulgated Forms
• Lesson 7: Promulgated Addenda, Notices, and Other Forms
• Lesson 8: Other Real Estate Matters
• Lesson 9: Practice Makes Perfect

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course the student will be able to:

• Identify the elements of a contract.
• List the forms and contracts promulgated by the Commission and mandated for use.
• Describe laws and rules governing the use of promulgated forms.
• Identify and explain other forms required for a successful transaction.
• Present the disclosures that will be required in a transaction.
• State the broker's responsibility at closing.
• Review scenarios related to the use and identification of contracts and forms.

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This course will cover the principles of financing a transaction. Topics covered will include pre-qualifying vs. pre-approval, the qualifying and approval process, required documentation for transaction financing, various loan program types and criteria, and the loan process. Learners will review the tools used to determine actual costs related to financing a transaction and the effect of changes in interest rates. The course will cover the loan process and steps which take place during the transaction, as well as some preparations buyers can make to ensure financial readiness for homeownership.

Topics Covered

Lesson 1: The Nature and Cycle of Real Estate Finance
Lesson 2: Money & the Monetary System
Lesson 3: Additional Government Influence
Lesson 4: The Secondary Mortgage Market
Lesson 5: Sources of Funds
Lesson 6: Instruments of Real Estate Finance
Lesson 7: Loan Types, Terms & Issues
Lesson 8: Government Loans
Lesson 9: Lender Loan Processes
Lesson 10: Defaults & Foreclosure

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify key agencies involved in the monetary system
• List at least three primary and a secondary source of money consumers might utilize
• Review and Explain the transaction process
• Examine insurance needs and make proper recommendations
• Perform basic math calculations
• Direct consumers to appropriate financing opportunities and advisors

About

This course will cover the principles of financing a transaction. Topics covered will include pre-qualifying vs. pre-approval, the qualifying and approval process, required documentation for transaction financing, various loan program types and criteria, and the loan process. Learners will review the tools used to determine actual costs related to financing a transaction and the effect of changes in interest rates. The course will cover the loan process and steps which take place during the transaction, as well as some preparations buyers can make to ensure financial readiness for homeownership.

Topics Covered

Lesson 1: The Nature and Cycle of Real Estate Finance
Lesson 2: Money & the Monetary System
Lesson 3: Additional Government Influence
Lesson 4: The Secondary Mortgage Market
Lesson 5: Sources of Funds
Lesson 6: Instruments of Real Estate Finance
Lesson 7: Loan Types, Terms & Issues
Lesson 8: Government Loans
Lesson 9: Lender Loan Processes
Lesson 10: Defaults & Foreclosure

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify key agencies involved in the monetary system
• List at least three primary and a secondary source of money consumers might utilize
• Review and Explain the transaction process
• Examine insurance needs and make proper recommendations
• Perform basic math calculations
• Direct consumers to appropriate financing opportunities and advisors

Note that the creditor or lender is required to deliver or place in the mail the Loan Estimate no later than seven business days before consummation of the transaction.

The instructors suggest that you open and/or print the sample closing disclosure form to have as we walk through each of the pages.

Once the Closing Disclosure is delivered, the lender can no longer change the Loan Estimate Form. If changes to the Loan Estimate Form are required, and the lender re-delivers a new LE to the borrower, all of the delivery and receipt timelines start over.

An example might be if the loan product changes a week before closing, and a new LE is issued by the lender via first class mail, then delivery and receipt will take up to six days. With a 3 day window still necessary for delivery and receipt of the Closing Disclosure, the closing date will likely need to be moved.

Items disclosed as Services the Borrower Did Shop For and Services the Borrower Did Not Shop For are re-alphabetized when an item is added to or removed from the Closing Disclosure, when compared to the Loan Estimate. This may make cross-referencing charges between disclosures a little annoying.

This is a slight communication change that should not cause problems, but is required to comply with Regulation Z. We list it here for information purposes in case the question does come up.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are not considered “federal agencies” under the False Claims Act, but rather non-governmental third parties in particular circumstances, including spending money on the government’s behalf. This determination was held by the U.S. Court of Appeals and can be derived to encompass all GSEs.

About

Establishing your career as a real estate brokerage requires extensive knowledge of the real estate industry. Brokers are required to stay updated with real estate trends and outlooks. They are also required to have the necessary qualifications and experience to run their own business. If you're looking forward to starting your own brokerage business, then you need to arm yourself with crucial information on how a brokerage business works.

This course will attempt to help learners understand the process of establishing their own brokerage business starting from understanding the pros and cons of starting a business, to choosing a business type, to managing financials, operations, administration, marketing and finally maintaining sustainability. The course caters to learners trying to establish their brokerage business in Texas and so TREC rules about brokers, ethical practices, marketing, hiring and business management is provided in the course for the learner to know and understand.

Topics Covered

• Lesson 1: Introduction
• Lesson 2: Starting a Brokerage Business
• Lesson 3: Ethical & Legal Business Practices
• Lesson 4: Analyzing the Market & the Competition
• Lesson 5: Managing Risk
• Lesson 6: Marketing Best Practices
• Lesson 7: Management Style & Structure
• Lesson 8: Recruiting & Hiring
• Lesson 9: Professional Brokerage Competency & License Holder Productivity
• Lesson 10: Practical Business Considerations
• Lesson 11: Looking into the Future
• Lesson 12: Broker/Sales Agent Roles & Responsibilities

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understanding the Real Estate Industry.
• Knowing the basics of starting a brokerage business.
• Be aware of the ethical & legal business practices.
• Know the methods of analyzing the market & the competition.
• Understand the basics of managing risk.
• Learn how to finance your business.
• Know how to negotiate a commercial lease.
• Know how to draft the marketing plan.
• Be aware of various management Style & Structure
• Understand the process of recruitment & hiring for real estate.
• Know about professional brokerage competency & Associate License Holder productivity.
• Learn about the necessary steps in evaluating the business.
• Knowing how to be sustainable and find growth Opportunities.