Texas Residential Leasing Specialist (TRLS)
This is a 2-day, 12-credit-hour course. Landlords and tenants rely on real estate professionals who truly understand their needs and expertly guide them through every step of the leasing journey. Our Statewide Leasing Certification empowers you to deliver exceptional service, build lasting relationships, and earn glowing referrals. This 12-hour program features two focused, six-hour courses.
Learning Objectives
Courses Curriculum
Module 1 - Leasing Agreements, Contracts, and Forms
9:00 – 9:05 AM Welcome & Objectives
9:05 – 9:55 AM Examining the Residential Listing Agreement (TXR 1102), Paras 1–12 (50 min)
9:55 – 10:05 AM Break (10 min)
10:05 – 10:35 AM Examining the Residential Listing Agreement (TXR 1102), Paras 13–22 (30 min)
10:35 – 10:45 AM Examining Buyer/Tenant Representation Agreement (10 min)
10:45 – 11:15 AM Texas REALTORS® Residential Lease Application (30 min)
11:15 – 11:55 AM TXR® Residential Lease Agreement Paras 1–10 (Essential Elements) (40 min)
11:55 – 12:05 PM Break (10 min)
12:05 – 12:55 PM TXR® Residential Lease Agreement Paras 11–20 (Essential Elements) (50 min)
12:55 – 1:25 PM Lunch (30 min)
1:25 – 2:15 PM TXR® Residential Lease Agreement Paras 21–34 (Essential Elements) (50 min)
2:15 – 2:55 PM Lease Agreement Addenda (40 min)
2:55 – 3:00 PM Wrap-Up & Q&A (5 min)
Module 2 - Residential Leasing, Agency, and Fundamentals
9:00–9:10 AM Welcome & Learning Objectives 10 min
9:10–9:15 AM Defining the Property Owner’s Leasing Objectives 5 min
9:15–9:20 AM Residential Property Management: A Local Business 5 min
9:20–9:35 AM The Impact of National & World Economies 15 min
9:35–10:00 AM Evaluating a Residential Property for Lease 25 min
10:00–10:10 Break 10 min
10:10–10:20 AM Examining the Texas Property Code 10 min
10:20–10:25 AM Developing a Rental Market Analysis 5 min
10:25–10:45 AM Effective Advertising Techniques 20 min
10:45–11:00 AM Co-brokering Lease Listings 15 min
11:00–11:15 AM Fair Housing in Advertising Rentals 15 min
11:15–11:30 AM The Impact of Supply & Demand on Residential Rentals 15 min
11:30–11:40 AM Successful Showing Techniques 10 min
11:40–11:50 AM Qualifying Prospective Applicants/Tenant Selection Criteria 10 min
11:50–12:05 PM Credit Reports 15 min
12:05–12:10 PM Examining the Model Privacy Policy 5 min
12:10–12:20 PM Creating & Establishing the Agency Relationship 10 min
12:20–12:30 PM Types of Agency Relationships 10 min
12:30–1:00 Lunch Break 30 min
1:00–1:10 PM Duties of Principals and Agents 10 min
1:10–1:20 PM Examining Conflicts of Interest 10 min
1:20–1:30 PM Dissolving Agency 5 min
1:30–1:40 PM Liability & Agency Issues Impacting Real Estate Agents 10 min
1:40–1:55 PM Relating the NAR Code of Ethics to Agency 15 min
1:55–2:45 PM Fair Housing, ESA, Reasonable Accommodations/Modifications, Criminal History & Assistance Animal 50 min
2:45–2:55 Break 10 min
2:55–3:15 PM Q&A, Key Takeaways & Next Steps 20 min
3:15–3:30 PM Course Wrap-Up & Feedback 15 min
Kenny Cunningham
“KWN’s commitment to innovation and ethics energizes me as an instructor. When our
agents master today’s market trends, they truly become tomorrow’s industry leaders. We
don’t just lecture; we facilitate dynamic discussions on transactions, AI-powered lead
generation, and best practices in fair housing, so students leave ready to lead with integrity.
I’m passionate about equipping driven professionals with both the technical skills and the
moral compass they need to thrive in Texas’s competitive landscape. Watching our
students grow their teams is the ultimate proof that KWN’s mission is making a real
impact.”
Write your awesome label here.
10+ Years of Experience
Learners
Assignments
Hours
Our students love us
“Laser-Focused & Actionable”
“Cutting-Edge, Always Up-to-Date”
“Expert Instructors Who’ve ‘Been There’”
Frequently Asked Questions
1. I have questions about my education requirements. Who do I contact for help?
You may contact KWN Real Estate Business School at 346-
636-0599 or email us at info@kwnrealestatebusinesschool.com
2. What are your hours of operation?
Classes are held 5 days a week,
including evenings. If you need to contact an Advisor, the office hours
for KWN Real Estate Business School is Monday through Friday, 8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
3. Do you offer evening classes?
Yes, we offer a selection of evening
courses, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Visit the Course tab at
https://kwnrealestatebusinesschool.com/courses for a list of available
courses.
4. Do you offer self-paced courses?
Our self-paced courses are our OnDemand classes. We offer a variety, including Qualifying Education.
5. How far in advance do I need to register for a class?
For pre-licensing
and SAE classes, students must register at least 2 days prior to class
start to be admitted. For Continuing Education (CE) and other courses,
students may register up until the day and time of the class, pending
availability.
6. What happens if I have to miss a class?
Please contact KWN Real Estate
Business School’s staff, and we will work with you to find a solution.
7. What are my payment options?
KWN accepts all major credit cards,
Apple Pay, and Google Pay. Full payment is required before you are
admitted to class.
8. Why should I choose KWN Real Estate Business School?
KWN offers a
wide variety of classes, is affordable, and features instructors who are
active industry professionals with firsthand experience. Please visit
https://kwnrealestatebusinesschool.com/about to learn more about
KWN Real Estate Business School.
9. How do I reschedule dates for a class I signed up for?
Please contact
KWN Real Estate Business School’s staff, and we will work with you to
reschedule.
10. Do you ever cancel your classes?
For pre-licensing courses, a full
refund will be applied to any registrant who has paid tuition and
canceled prior to 2 business days before a course. A refund, less a $30
service fee, will be applied within two business days of a course.
Students withdrawing from a course after class begins will receive a
partial refund of 50% of the tuition. Requests for refunds must be made
within one business day of cancellation.
For regular CE courses, a full refund or credit will be made/applied to
any registrant who has paid tuition and canceled or rescheduled prior to
two business days before the class. A refund, less a $10 service fee, will
be applied to any registrant who cancels or reschedules within two
business days of the class. There are no refunds for same-day
cancellations (day of class) or for partial attendance.
For Designation and Certification courses, a full refund or credit will be
made/applied to any registrant who has paid tuition and canceled or
rescheduled prior to two business days before the class. A refund, less
a $50 service fee, will be applied to any registrant who cancels or
reschedules within two business days of the class. There are no refunds
for same-day cancellations (day of class) or for partial attendance.
Any course/class may be canceled at the discretion of the KWN Real
Estate Business School Director. In the event of cancellation, all fees
paid will promptly be refunded in full or will be applied to another class
at the registrant’s discretion.
11. Is your school approved?
Absolutely! KWN Real Estate Business
School is a Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) approved education
provider.
12. If I am licensed in another state, does my license transfer to Texas?
To hold a Texas real estate license, you must be licensed in the
state of Texas and meet Texas licensing requirements. If you are
interested in obtaining a license in Texas, please contact us at 346-636-
0599 for more information.
13. What is the difference between Qualifying Education (prelicensing), Sales Apprentice Education (SAE), and Continuing Education (CE) courses?
Pre-Licensing courses are required to obtain your Texas
real estate license. There are a total of six classes you need to complete
to qualify to take the real estate licensing exam.
SAE (Sales Agent Apprentice Education) is required within the first two
years of obtaining your Texas real estate license.
CE (Continuing Education) courses are required to maintain your
license or work toward a broker’s license. Agents are required to take a
total of 18 CE credit hours every two years.
14. How do I register for a class for the first time?
To register for
courses for the first time, you may enroll online or call KWN Real Estate
Business School at 346-636-0599 to speak with an Academic Advisor.
Copyright © 2025 All rights reserved