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Texas Real Estate Courses
National Real Estate Prep xL - Pearson Vue
Prep xL by OnCourse Learning is a sophisticated exam prep tool that leverages adaptive learning technology to tailor study materials to meet your individual needs. Its personalized learning paths provide the optimal study experience to prepare you for the national information on your upcoming real estate license exam. This product should be used only after completion of the state pre-licensing course requirement.
Customized study plan including daily goals that adapt based on activity throughout the system.
Self-paced, comprehensive library of over 1,000 practice questions that will allow you to concentrate on specific topics based on your confidence and knowledge of the subject.
Full-length, timed exams that simulate an actual testing environment.
Real-time readiness data to track your progress and identify your strengths and areas of focus.
$59.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
National Virtual Study Program
The Virtual Study Program is a way for you to get that added support you need from an instructor in a live webinar environment. It bridges the gap between live and online learning in order to best prepare you to succeed on your exam and in your real estate career. Eight sessions will be held weekly (two hours every Wednesday at 7 pm EST) on a specific core topic included in your licensing education.
Please note: the Virtual Study Program is non-refundable.
$199.00 ONLINE – WEBINAR
Texas Real Estate Prep xL - State Only
Prep xL by OnCourse Learning is a sophisticated exam prep tool that leverages adaptive learning technology to tailor study materials to meet your individual needs. Its personalized learning paths provide the optimal study experience to prepare you for the state-specific information on your upcoming Texas real estate license exam. This product should be used only after completion of the state pre-licensing course requirement.
Prep xL features:
- Customized study plan including daily goals that adapt based on activity throughout the system.
- Self-paced, comprehensive library of over 350 practice questions that will allow you to concentrate on specific topics based on your confidence and knowledge of the subject.
- Full-length, timed exams that simulate an actual testing environment.
- Real-time readiness data to track your progress and identify your strengths and areas of focus.
$59.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
Texas Virtual Study Program
The Texas Virtual Study Program is a way for students from Texas to get added local support they need from an instructor in a live webinar environment. It bridges the gap between live and online learning in order to best prepare students to succeed on the exam and in their real estate careers. Weekly sessions will cover topics specifically for the Texas real estate license exam.
Please note: the Virtual Study Program is non-refundable.
$99.00 ONLINE – WEBINAR
Texas Promulgated Contracts
Get a core understanding of promulgated contract forms in Texas.
This 30 hour course focuses on the broker-lawyer committee, commission rules, unauthorized practice of law, current promulgated forms and case studies.
Completion of this course satisfies the Texas core course requirement for Promulgated Contract Forms.
$119.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
Complete Texas Real Estate Prep xL – State and National
Prep xL by OnCourse Learning is a sophisticated exam prep tool that leverages adaptive learning technology to tailor study materials to meet your individual needs. Its personalized learning paths provide the optimal study experience to prepare you for, both the state-specific and national information, on your upcoming Texas real estate license exam. This product should be used only after completion of the state pre-licensing course requirement.
Prep xL features:
- Customized study plan including daily goals that adapt based on activity throughout the system.
- Self-paced, comprehensive library of over 1,500 practice questions that will allow you to concentrate on specific topics based on your confidence and knowledge of the subject.
- Full-length, timed exams that simulate an actual testing environment.
- Real-time readiness data to track your progress and identify your strengths and areas of focus.
$79.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
Texas Appraisal Courses
Basic Appraisal Principles
Gain a foundation in appraisal principles. This course is an introduction to topics including legal considerations, what influences the value of real estate, real property concepts and characteristics, principles of economics, types of value and real estate markets and analysis, ethical considerations and highest and best use. This 30 hour course fulfills the Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria for the levels of Trainee up to Licensed Appraiser.
$349.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
Basic Appraisal Procedures
Want thorough insight into the process of valuation? Then this course is for you! During this 30-hour curriculum, students will learn the three approaches used by appraisers to reach the opinion of value (income capitalization, sales comparison and cost) and how to derive multipliers and rates. Also included is a guide through the sales comparison approach, which is comprised of checking the validity of information, organizing a comparative analysis, making adjustments, selecting comparison units, and conducting market research and reconciliation. Students will enjoy the hands-on completion of crucial sections of an appraisal report as well as gain insight into property description, design basics and construction. This course fulfills 30 hours of Real Property Appraisal Qualification Criteria for the levels of Trainee to Licensed Appraiser. It is advised to complete the Basic Appraisal Principles and Procedures Courses before taking this course.
$349.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
2018-2019 15-Hour Equivalent USPAP Course
This mandatory course will introduce aspiring appraisers to the requirements for ethical behavior and competent performance set forth in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
With the use of practice tests and interactive appraisal scenarios, you will get a full understanding of the history of appraisal standards, the structure of USPAP, essential steps in the appraisal process, USPAP definitions, and how to follow USPAP standards in your new career as a real estate appraiser.
The mandatory Appraisal Foundation USPAP manual ($75 value) is included at no additional cost.
$279.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
Residential Appraiser Site Valuation & Cost Approach
Gain confidence in your appraisal valuation skills! A more in-depth dive into appraisal valuation concepts and cost approach applications, this course meets 15 hours for the Trainee level up to the Licensed Appraiser level of Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria. Develop a stronger understanding of the process of the cost approach as this covers step-by-step the appraisal value process while applying this method. Highlights include interview methods and tips, market extraction, and data sources from professional services. Please note that Basic Appraisal Principles and Basic Appraisal Procedures are both prerequisites for this course.
$199.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
Residential Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use
Make solid decisions in the valuation process. Understand the interdependence within the application of market analysis and highest and best use. Meeting 15 hours of Real Property Appraiser Qualification Criteria for appraisal Trainees up to Licensed Appraisers, this course highlights the association between cost, income capitalization and sales comparison (the three valuation concepts), highest and best use reasoning and analysis of the market. Basic Appraisal Principles and Basic Appraisal Procedures are both prerequisites for this course.
$199.00 ONLINE – SELF PACED
Texas Real Estate Career
License Process for Texas
Texas Real Estate License Requirements
Learn about the real estate education needs for licensing and renewal in your state.
Licensing Board/Commission:
Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)
Requirements:
Education hours required for a real estate salesperson license in the state of Texas: 180 hours
Education hours required for a real estate broker license in the state of Texas: 900 hours (This includes 270 hours in qualifying mandatory plus 630 hours of related qualifying or CE. Or an applicant who has earned a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university will be deemed to have satisfied the related qualifying education requirements for a broker license. A copy of the college transcript awarding the degree must be submitted as evidence of completion of the degree.) Texas requires an additional 90 hours of postlicense education courses.
Reciprocity:
Real estate commissions and boards across the country are adopting policies for a real estate agents in one state to more easily become licensed in another state. Texas, however, does not have reciprocal agreements with any other state.
Continuing Education (CE) and License Renewal Requirements:
Real estate professionals in Texas must renew their real estate licenses every two years in the month their licenses were received. Licensees must complete 18 hours of real estate CE classes in each twoyear cycle. This includes taking the 4-hour Legal Update I course on laws, rules and forms and the 4-hour Legal Update II course on agency, ethics and hot topics.
Texas Appraisal Career
License Process for Texas
Texas Real Estate Appraisal Licensing Requirements
Learn about the appraisal education needs for licensing and renewal in Texas.
The information contained below is designed to provide a summary of the minimum education, experience, and examination requirements established by the Texas Board of Real Estate Appraisers. The information provided below can be found on the Board’s website. However, we recommend you contact the Board for more detailed information and for any changes which may have occurred.
Licensure Levels
• Appraiser Trainee
• Licensed Appraiser
• Certified Residential Appraiser
• Certified General Appraiser
Licensure Requirements to Become an Appraiser
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Must meet the educational requirement for the applying level of appraiser licensure
• Must meet the experience requirement for the applying level of appraiser licensure
• For Certified Residential level: A minimum of an Associate’s Degree OR 21 college semester hours in specific subject matters is also required
• For Certified General level: A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree OR 30 college semester hours in specific subject matters is also required
• Satisfactory completion of the state examination (Appraiser Trainees are not required to take the state exam)
• Submit application, required documents, and associated fees
Appraiser School Education Requirements
• 75 hours for the Appraiser Trainee which consist of the following appraiser courses: Basic Appraisal Principles (30 hours), Basic Appraisal Procedures (30 hours), 15 Hour National USPAP Course or its equivalent (15 hours)
• 150 hours for the Licensed Appraiser which include the same hour requirement as the Appraiser Trainee level AND: Residential Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use (15 hours), Residential Appraiser Site Valuation and Cost Approach (15 hours), Residential Report Writing and Case Studies (15 Hours), Residential Sales Comparison and Income Approach (30 hours)
• 200 Hours for the Certified Residential Appraiser which consist of the same 150 hours of Licensed Appraiser education AND: Statistics, Modeling and Finance (15 hours), Advanced Residential Application and Case Studies (15 hours), Appraisal Subject Matter Electives (20 hours)
• 300 hours for the Certified General Appraiser which includes the same 200 hours for the Certified Residential Appraiser education AND: Income Property Appraisal (60 hours), General Appraiser Report Writing and Case Studies (10 hours), General Appraiser Market Analysis and Highest and Best Use (15 hours)
Experience Requirements for Becoming an Appraiser
• Appraiser Trainee – No experience required
• Licensed Appraiser – 2000 hours in no less than 12 months
• Certified Residential Appraiser – 2500 hours in no less than 24 months
• Certified General Appraiser – 3000 hours in no less than 30 months with at least 1500 hours of experience in non-residential appraisals
Continuing Education Requirements for Appraiser License Renewal
• All appraiser licenses expire two years from the date of issuance, trainees must renew every year
• All appraisers are required to complete 28 hours of continuing education appraiser classes during the two year cycle
• 7 hours must cover the USPAP Update course or its equivalent
• TX Rule: Course work repeated within a three-year period will NOT receive course credit, with the exception of the USPAP Update, which must be taken every
