Texas Legal Update I (2026-2027) is a comprehensive four-hour continuing education course designed to keep Texas real estate license holders current on the latest laws, regulations, and standard practices impacting the industry. This mandatory course equips professionals with essential knowledge of recent updates from the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) and the 89th Texas Legislature, ensuring they can confidently navigate the evolving legal landscape. Through practical scenarios and case studies throughout the content, students learn not only the rules but also their real-world applications and the consequences of non-compliance.

The course covers critical topics essential to ethical and legal practice, including TREC rules and advisory committees, proper use of contract forms, and the distinction between mandatory and voluntary forms for various transaction types. Students gain in-depth understanding of water rights in Texas, including the crucial differences between groundwater and surface water, and learn the licensee’s specific role when these issues arise in real estate transactions. Additionally, the course provides extensive coverage of fair housing law, from historical context through current complaint trends, investigations, and best practices for advertising and marketing in compliance with federal and state requirements.

Special emphasis is placed on practical compliance areas that frequently challenge license holders, including steering prohibitions, disability rights in rental properties, and handling assistance animal and reasonable accommodation requests. By completing this course, Texas real estate professionals build a strong foundation in current legal and ethical procedures, protecting both themselves and their clients from risky situations while maintaining the highest professional standards.