The Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee (TREIC) met July 20, 2026, to discuss comments received on the proposed updates to the Standards of Practice (SOPs), review recommendations from the Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office (TREO), and receive agency division reports.
The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) met on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 10 a.m. Commissioners reviewed applicants for open positions on three advisory committees. Applications are due August 14, 2026. Appointments will be made at the November 9, 2026, TREC meeting with service beginning on January 1, 2027.
An unexpected illness, a new opportunity, a change in the market, or a change in your personal life: These are all common reasons why Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) license holders may take a break from the business.
Whether your break is planned or unexpected, setting your sales agent, broker, or inspector license to inactive status before your renewal or renewing as inactive is the best move if you want return to the real estate business in the future. Here’s why.
The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) traveled to Houston for its May 4, 2026, meeting, continuing its initiative to host meetings across the state to increase transparency and accessibility for license holders and the public. This marks the Commission’s second visit to Houston since 2023.
A major focus of the meeting was the continued rollout of the Real Estate and Appraiser License Management (REALM) Portal.
The Inspector’s Committee met on Monday, April 20th at Texas Real Estate Commission Headquarters in Austin.
An encouraging update on the REALM Portal was given during the meeting. License processing times have improved significantly. If anyone is still waiting on a response on an application or renewal, reach out directly to TREC.
You can request a copy of your license directly through your REALM Portal account in just a few steps:
A copy of your license will be emailed to you.
At its April 20, 2026, meeting, the Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee (TREIC) discussed ongoing improvements to inspector standards, reporting requirements, and communication practices. Download the Agenda and Meeting Materials.
The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) is launching a new webinar series to help license holders and applicants better understand how to use the Real Estate and Appraiser License Management (REALM) Portal. These live sessions will provide step-by-step guidance on common tasks in the portal, highlight frequent mistakes, and give participants the opportunity to ask questions in real time.
Keeping your business contact details and legal name up to date ensures you receive important communications and maintain accurate licensing records. You can quickly make these updates through the Real Estate and Appraiser License Management (REALM) Portal.
Follow these steps to update your business contact information or legal name:
The Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee (TREIC) met January 20, 2026, to welcome new members, elect officers, make subcommittee appointments, and consider rule changes related to inspector education requirements and the Standards of Practice (SOPs).
The committee welcomed three new members:
The committee also elected officers for the year:
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