Ultimate Guide to Texas Real Estate Inspector Licensing

Introduction

Becoming a licensed Real Estate Inspector in Texas involves a detailed examination process managed by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) in partnership with Pearson VUE. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the registration, scheduling, and post-examination procedures, ensuring you have all the information needed to successfully obtain your license.

Exam Registration and Resources

1. Exam Registration:

To start your journey towards becoming a Texas Real Estate Inspector, you need to:

• Register for Your Exam: Visit the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) website to access the registration portal for the Real Estate Inspector exams.
• Download Handbooks and Forms: Obtain necessary handbooks, applications, and forms from the TREC website to prepare for the exam effectively.

2. Exam Preparation:

• Study Materials: Make use of the official handbooks and recommended study guides to familiarize yourself with the exam content and format.
• Practice Tests: Engage with practice exams to gauge your understanding and readiness for the actual test.

Re-Examination Requirements

1. Additional Education:

If you do not pass the exam after three attempts, you must complete additional qualifying education:

• For the National Exam:
  • Property and Building Inspection Module I (40 hours) or
  • Property and Building Inspection Module II (40 hours)
• For the State Exam:
  • Texas Law Module (20 hours) or
  • Texas Standard of Practice Module (24 hours)

2. Submitting Documentation:

• Course Completion Certificates: Once you complete the additional coursework, send copies of your course completion certificates and a copy of your third failed score report to TREC at documents@trec.texas.gov.
• Processing Time: Allow 5-7 business days for TREC to process your documents and authorize you to re-schedule your exam with Pearson VUE.

Scheduling Your Exam

1. Verify Your Personal Information:

Before scheduling your exam, ensure that your personal information is correct:

• Legal Name: Verify that your name in the registration system matches exactly with your government-issued ID.
• Update Details: Contact TREC immediately at (512) 936-3000 or information@trec.texas.gov if there are any errors. For name corrections, you must provide a copy of your driver’s license or marriage certificate to documents@trec.texas.gov.

2. Scheduling Details:

• Appointment Booking: You can book your exam up to one calendar day before your desired test date, subject to availability.
• Online Scheduling: Log in to the Pearson VUE system to select a suitable appointment slot for your exam.