Course Guide
CE instruction offered by Independence Title, Texas Real Estate Commission CE Provider #403
Contract Trivia
This fun, fast-paced course turns contract education into a game! Through trivia and interactive challenges, agents will reinforce their understanding of key TREC contracts and addenda. It’s a perfect mix of learning and engagement—and a great refresher for experienced agents and newer licensees alike. Come ready to compete and leave with stronger contract knowledge.
1 HR CE #49412
Financing Addenda Spotlight
Get clarity on the financing options that support your contracts. This course walks through the Third Party Financing, Seller Financing, and Loan Assumption Addenda, breaking down when and how to use each one. Learn how to advise clients confidently when structuring their offers and how financing terms impact closings. A practical, must-know course for any agent handling financed transactions.
1 HR CE #49338
Form Fundamentals
Understand who creates the forms agents use, what they mean, and which ones are allowed under Texas law. This course explains the difference between promulgated, approved, and proprietary forms and how to choose the right one for any given situation. It’s an essential class for agents who want to reduce risk and close with confidence. Perfect for anyone who’s ever asked, “Can I use this form?”
1 HR CE #50905
HOA Addendum Spotlight
This course dives into the often-misunderstood HOA Addendum and walks through how to properly complete it and explain its contents to clients. You’ll also review how HOAs are addressed in the Condo Contract and gain insight into best practices for managing client expectations. Stay ahead of the disclosures and reduce friction before closing.
1 HR CE #53157
Navigating the 1 to 4 Family Contract
This course takes you through key sections of the most commonly used contract in Texas real estate: the TREC 1-4 Family Residential Contract. You’ll learn how to manage timelines, work with formulas, and guide clients through critical decisions. Whether you’re newer to contracts or just need a refresher, this class is a valuable confidence booster. Learn how to catch small issues before they become big ones.
1 HR CE #51182
Paragraph 6 Spotlight
Take a deep dive into Paragraph 6 of the 1–4 Family Contract, including title commitments, surveys, and objections. This course also covers deleting the area and boundaries exception and securing additional survey coverage. Agents will gain a better understanding of the title-related notices and delivery timelines that can impact the closing. Ideal for any agent who wants to reduce contract-related confusion and provide better guidance to their clients.
1 HR CE #51180
Reading Between the Lines: Understanding Contracts in Negotiation Context
This course focuses on how the TREC 1-4 Family Contract functions as a tool during negotiations. Agents will explore key paragraphs through both buyer and seller perspectives to understand how contract terms can shape negotiations, address client needs, and impact the overall transaction. Learn how to recognize negotiation opportunities embedded in the contract and apply them effectively to protect your client’s interests.
1 HR CE #52342
What the FIRPTA?
This course introduces agents to the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) and how it applies to transactions involving foreign sellers. Agents will learn what FIRPTA is, how it’s addressed in Paragraph 20 of the TREC contract, and what steps to take when FIRPTA may apply. You’ll also learn how to collaborate with title companies and tax professionals to help keep transactions on track.
1 HR CE #51179
Becoming a Real Estate Area Expert
This course teaches agents how to become the go-to expert in a specific market or neighborhood using local stats, MLS tools, and market research. Learn how to track pricing trends, stay informed on inventory, and communicate real insight to your clients. You’ll also gain tools for building a stronger local brand. Perfect for agents farming a specific area or expanding into a new one.
1 HR CE #49371
Better Buyer Consultations
Learn how to prepare, present, and deliver a buyer consultation that builds trust and leads to more qualified, committed clients. This course outlines how to uncover client needs, explain your process, and set expectations from the start. Strong buyer consultations lead to smoother transactions and better outcomes. Great for both new and experienced agents.
1 HR CE #51345
Checklist Check-Up: Master Your Real Estate Systems
This course helps agents streamline their business with practical checklists for listings, buyers, sellers, and personal productivity. Learn how to implement repeatable systems that improve client communication, reduce mistakes, and save time. Agents will walk away with ready-to-use templates and ideas to create a smoother, more consistent experience for themselves and their clients.
1 HR CE #51692
CMA Pricing Strategies
Discover skills to evaluate and adjust property pricing recommendations based on in-depth market analysis. Learn how to adjust evaluations to reflect unique property features and market conditions. Enhance the competitiveness of your listings and offers through precise market and competition analysis.
1 HR CE #51343
Content that Converts to Clients
This course introduces real estate professionals to power and relevant content that can be personalized to build brand awareness, stay top of mind, and convert contacts into clients.
1 HR CE #48299
Creating Listing Presentations
This course teaches agents how to build a compelling listing presentation that impresses sellers and wins business. Learn what to include in a pre-listing packet, how to structure your meeting, and tips for handling objections and getting the agreement signed. Ideal for agents looking to refresh or create a listing presentation that converts.
1 HR CE #52781
CRM Concepts
Learn how to leverage the full potential of a modern CRM to build, manage, and automate your real estate relationships. This course explores how today’s CRM tools—combined with smart strategies and supporting technologies—can help you stay organized, generate leads, and scale your business. It’s not about one platform—it’s about understanding the power of any good CRM system.
1 HR CE #52783
Customer Experiences That Win Clients for Life
This course teaches agents how to create memorable, relationship-driven experiences before, during, and after a transaction to boost client satisfaction and referrals. Learn creative ways to connect with your database, stand out in your market, and become the go-to real estate expert for life. Ideal for agents who want to turn one-time clients into lifelong advocates.
1 HR CE #51693
Deep in the Heart of Taxes: Property Tax Guide
Learn how the Texas property tax cycle impacts closings, client communication, and marketing. This course walks through prorations, exemptions, and timing—and gives you strategies to educate clients throughout the year. It’s a great way to stay valuable to clients even after the transaction closes. Note: This course does not cover how to protest property taxes.
1 HR CE #53560
Focused Farming
Learn how to choose the right geographic or demographic farm, build a targeted marketing database, and implement long-term strategies that generate consistent business. This course walks agents through the essentials of selecting, building, and growing a successful farm area. Ideal for agents ready to establish themselves as the go-to expert in their market.
1 HR CE #49955
Getting Your Listings Sold
This course provides a complete strategy for prepping, marketing, and negotiating listings to the finish line. Agents will learn how to identify the most likely buyer, market effectively, and move the property to closing. It begins at the listing appointment and ends at a successful sale—with practical steps in between. Great for listing agents who want better results with every listing they take.
1 HR CE #51348
Know the Numbers
In this class, agents will learn how to locate and use real estate market stats to guide buyers and sellers with confidence. You’ll explore where to find key data, what the numbers actually mean, and when to apply them in client conversations. It’s perfect for agents who want to stand out as local market experts. Stats don’t have to be intimidating—this course makes them work for you.
1 HR CE #53542
Lead Conversion Strategies
This course introduces the process of viewing a high-level sales funnel of leads and mastering ways to connect and convert the leads with correct scripts and touchpoints.
1 HR CE #52172
Lead Generation: Secrets to Success in Real Estate
This course takes prospecting to the next level by introducing key elements in developing a refreshed lead gen mindset and then exploring strategies to supercharge your funnel.
1 HR CE #51188
Negotiation: Deliberate Dialogues for Real Estate
This course teaches how to identify the critical components of effective negotiation and adjust the negotiation approach based on verbal cues and behavior. Learn how to handle negotiations ethically to strengthen relationships in real estate.
1 HR CE #53544
Real Estate Scams Unveiled
Stay informed about the latest scams targeting agents and their clients, including wire fraud and seller impersonation fraud. This course teaches you how to recognize red flags and how to protect your business from cybercrime and fraud. Learn the best ways to educate your clients and prevent mistakes that can cost thousands. An essential course for risk management in today’s digital age.
1 HR CE #52201
Surveys at a Glance
This course covers the different types of surveys, how they impact title insurance, and what to look for in Paragraph 6 of the contract. You’ll also learn about deleting the area and boundaries exception and how to request additional survey coverage. Great for agents who want to avoid last-minute issues and help their clients understand what surveys really mean.
1 HR CE #51750
The Modern Open House
This course teaches new techniques to bring open houses into the 21st century. Get listings sold, generate buyer leads, and increase profits.
1 HR CE #50062
Apply AI: Using Artificial Intelligence in Real Estate
This course introduces agents to powerful AI tools and how they’re transforming the real estate industry. Learn how to use AI to streamline content creation, boost lead generation, and enhance marketing strategies. You’ll explore tools like ChatGPT, AI-powered plug-ins, and practical applications to stay ahead of the competition.
1 HR CE #51691
Capture the Magic of Canva
Take your real estate marketing to the next level using Canva’s newest tools, including AI features that help you create better visuals in less time. This course is designed for agents already familiar with Canva who want to step up their game. Learn how to design polished social posts, flyers, and listing materials without needing a graphic designer. Leave with inspiration and ideas to instantly elevate your brand.
1 HR CE #48792
ChatGPT for Real Estate: AI-Powered Success
This course teaches agents how to harness the power of ChatGPT to create content, streamline communication, and enhance their real estate marketing. Learn how to structure better prompts, automate routine tasks, and apply AI to lead generation, branding, and customer service. Agents will walk away with practical strategies they can start using immediately to boost efficiency and stand out.
1 HR CE #48792
Google Business for Real Estate
If you’re not using your Google Business Profile, you’re missing out on one of the easiest (and free!) ways to show up in local searches. Learn how to set up, verify, and optimize your profile to attract leads and promote your services. You’ll leave with a list of ideas to post, update, and use to stay visible online. A strong option for agents looking to grow their business organically.
1 HR CE #51340
LinkedIn for Real Estate
Discover how to optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract new clients and how to source and post reliable and relevant content to inform and educate consumers.
1 HR CE #51338
List & Leverage
This course teaches agents how to turn one listing into two weeks of high-impact social media content using tools like Canva and Instagram. Learn how to create videos, market updates, lifestyle posts, and more—all from a single property. Ideal for agents who want to streamline their content strategy while boosting listing exposure and personal branding.
1 HR CE #52780
Social Media Power Hour
Learn how to make the most of Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn to grow your business and engage your sphere. You’ll walk away with content strategies, profile tips, and insights into how platforms reward visibility. This is a fast-paced, idea-packed class that will inspire your next post. Ideal for agents looking to stay relevant online and attract more clients.
1 HR CE #52603
The Agent’s Guide to RPR
Learn how to research properties, run a CMA, and create stunning client-facing reports using RPR—Realtors Property Resource®. This course walks you through the features that help you stand out in listing appointments, educate buyers, and support farming strategies. Ideal for agents who want a free, all-in-one data tool they’re probably already paying for through their NAR membership.
1 HR CE #51697
The Ultimate App for Real Estate Success
Are you ready to work smarter not harder? Are you ready to use the ultimate app to make your life easier? Let’s take a look at all the great new features of the Independence Title AgentOne app has to offer and how to make your life less stressful!
1 HR CE #50786
Video Editing with CapCut: Real Estate Content Made Simple
Create scroll-stopping videos that get you noticed! In just one hour, you’ll learn how to edit like a pro using CapCut—add music, captions, and effects, plus use trending templates to save time and boost engagement. Walk away with the skills to produce polished, branded videos that keep your business top of mind and your listings in the spotlight.
1 HR CE #53162
YouTube for Real Estate
Agents will discover how to setup & verify a new YouTube Channel and/or update an existing one to promote their listings, services, and grow their business.
1 HR CE #51339
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