Texas Real Estate Commission

TREC’s May 2026 meeting recap is available.

The meeting in Houston included major updates on the REALM Portal, proposed inspector rule changes, revisions to contract forms, and more.

Some highlights:
• Progress on reducing REALM Portal processing delays and hold times.
• Proposed changes to inspector standards of practice.
• Adoption of updated contract forms and new disclosure requirements.
• Proposed education rule updates designed to streamline reporting through the REALM Portal.

Read the full recap here: https://www.trec.texas.gov/article/trec%E2%80%99s-houston-meeting-recap

The next TREC Meeting is scheduled for August 10 at 10 a.m. CT in Austin: https://www.trec.texas.gov/apps/meetings/view.php?meeting_id=811

Join us for our first live webinar, REALM Portal 101, where TREC staff will walk you through the basics and answer your questions in real time.

We’ll cover:
✔ How to create your REALM account (it’s not your old login).
✔ How to link (pin) your license.
✔ How to know if you’re eligible to renew.
✔ What to expect during the renewal process.

We’ll also share tips to help you avoid common mistakes and complete tasks with confidence.

Whether you’re applying, renewing, or just trying to navigate the system, this session is a great place to start.

👉 Register here: bit.ly/REALMPortal101