"Wake Tech has some of the best instructors I've ever had – hands down."
Deanna Riley
Real Estate, Class of 2024
If you are interested in becoming a real estate agent, Wake Tech can prepare you for the North Carolina Real Estate Commission licensing exam. Our courses also provide realtors with Continuing Education Units.
We also offer classes on flipping houses, investing in real estate property and The Ageless Home™ – a class about building and remodeling homes with a universal design concept to meet the needs of all ages and abilities.
Build a strong knowledge base as you discover how legal concepts are put into practice every day
Learn to identify key words and phrases and define them on the spot
Learn worded descriptions of real property
The Law of Property
Learn about the key differences between real and personal property, as well as some of the unique characteristics of land. Get an overview of all the varied classifications of real property.
All About Estates
Learn about what kinds of titles carry which kinds of rights. Look at what happens when two or more people own property together.
The Importance of Property Boundaries
Most people don't know anything about property boundaries ... until they're unpleasantly surprised by someone knocking down their back fence. Discover how to read and understand the different types of property descriptions, how to avoid disputes about them and how to make this inside knowledge work for you.
Sales and Foreclosures
Learn about the basic contract requirements involved in selling property. Get to know the typical people involved in a sale and take a walk-through of usual procedures. Dive into foreclosures and learn some common misconceptions and see just what's involved in bidding on foreclosed property.
Fixtures, Easements, Licenses and Liens
When you sell property, what items can you take with you, and what must remain? This issue involves the law of fixtures, and most buyers and sellers don't know anything about it. Learn how and why a seller can remove a refrigerator but not the antique doorknobs. Also look at the important issue of easements, which give a non-owner the right to use part of someone else's land.
What You Need to Know About Contracts
Track the negotiations that go on when you buy and sell real estate. Learn what a contract actually does, and explore two of the most common real estate contracts: the "listing agreement" and the "offer to purchase and contract of sale." Follow a sale from the posting of the For Sale sign to the offers, counteroffers, rejections and finally to the acceptance.
Landlord-Tenant Law
Examine landlord-tenant law, exploring what rights and obligations each has to the other. Learn when and how a landlord can evict a tenant and how tenants can protect themselves. Take a step-by-step look at the terms of a typical lease.
The Ins and Outs of Deeds
A deed simply transfers ownership rights, but if you've ever tried to read one, you know just how confusing they can be. Decipher all parts of the deed, clarifying what each clause means and how each part impacts your ownership rights. Discuss ways to make sure the owner transfers all of his or her legal rights in the property to you.
Demystifying Mortgages
Learn what a mortgage is, what "prequalification" and "preapproval" are and what lenders look for before entering into a mortgage with a borrower (especially credit issues). Learn what types of mortgages you can choose from and understand the good and bad points of each.
What Happens at the Closing?
Meet the people involved in a typical closing, see what documents the closing professional needs, learn about the ones a buyer must sign and what the costs are and where they come from.
Zoning and Restrictive Covenants
Who creates zoning rules and how? What can a zoning ordinance regulate? How are they enforced? If you need to get around one, can you? These are just some of the questions you'll find answers to in this lesson. Take a look at an area of law most people don't know about that can have a huge impact on all types of property owners: restrictive covenants. Learn what kind of action you can take if your neighbor becomes a big nuisance.
Real Estate Professions
Survey the various types of professions tied to real estate. If you're interested in becoming a real estate agent, you'll learn about the process here. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of real estate investing to help you decide if this is something you'd like to do. Look at other careers, such as surveyors, real estate paralegals, appraisers, inspectors and more.
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Hardware requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, a Mac or a Chromebook.
Software requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account
Instructional material requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
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80% attendance
Students must pass 10 quizzes with a minimum grade of 70% by the second quiz attempt. If all quizzes are not passed with 70% or better by the second attempt, the final exam score must be 70% or higher on the first attempt. The final exam must be taken by the Wake Tech course end date.
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If you're interested in learning the basics of real estate law, including investing, title searching, and mortgages this course is for you!
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Non-Credit Online Learning https://ceonline.waketech.edu
919-532-5847
[email protected]
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
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for RLS-3700AE-Real Estate Law
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Students will be able to define basic real estate terminology, determine if real estate investing is suited for individual student, learn to buy and profit from real estate investing.
Class 1
Introduction to Real Estate Investing
• What are the first steps to take when deciding to invest in real estate
• Are you going to be an active or passive investor
• Investing for income, capital appreciation, personal use or combination
• Is this something you will do full-time or on the sideline
• What is your time frame
• Tax benefits of Real Estate Investing
• Investing for tax considerations
• Schedule E
• De-mystifying tax questions on Real Estate Investing
Forming your Real Estate Team
Review of the steps to follow when embarking on purchasing investment property
Class 2
The most common mistakes real estate investors make and how to avoid them
• Financing or not getting financing ahead of time
• Doing everything on your own
• Overpaying
• Underestimating expenses
• Inadequate research
Building a Portfolio: How to evaluate, find and choose rental properties
• Tenant screening
• Importance of a home inspection/ negotiating on a home inspection
• Property manager pros and cons
• General good practices with tenants
• Fannie Mae Guide to Becoming a Landlord
Class 3
Building a Portfolio Part 2
• How to evaluate, find and choose rental property
• Evaluating risk and return
• Researching the market: avoiding mistakes
• Foreclosures and Short Sales: pros and cons
• Flipping properties
• What to look for before making a bid on the property. Inspections and appraisals
Financing Options for Investment Property
• Financing options for different types of properties (duplex, vacation home, etc.)
• Paying with cash vs. financing
• Equity repositioning
• What affects your interest rate and down payment terms
• Concept of leverage and what makes up the interest rate and rate of return
• De-Mystifying tax questions on Real Estate Investing
Conclusion: Making a retirement plan for your future with Real Estate Investing
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100% attendance
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Anyone interested in the field of analyzing properties and investing in real estate.
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Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
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for SEF-3001A2-Creative Real Estate Investing
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Learn the basic knowledge and skills necessary to act as a licensed real estate broker in a manner that protects and serves the public interest and
Prepare for the real estate license examination
Course Orientation and Overview
Basic Real Estate Concepts
Property Ownership and Interests
Property Taxation and Assessment
Transfer of Title to Real Property
Land Use Controls
Environmental Issues in Real Estate
Brokerage Relationships: Laws and Practice
Agency Contracts (Sales) and Related Practices
Basic Contract Law
Sales Contracts and Related Procedures
Real Estate Financing
Closing a Sales Transaction
Real Property Valuation
Landlord and Tenant
Property Management
Fair Housing
Federal Income Taxation of Home Ownership/Sale
Basic House Construction
Basic Real Estate Investment
Real Estate License Law and Commission Rules
Agent Safety
Real Estate Mathematics
Review
Final Exam
90
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North Carolina Real Estate Commission
Students who successfully complete this course will qualify to apply to the NCREC to take the state exam for official licensure.
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To help ensure student success, participants who do not have a college degree are encouraged to obtain a Silver Level Career Readiness Certificate before taking this course.
For the most up-to-date textbook and technology requirements, please click on the Details button.
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80% attendance
Note especially the requirements for a 75% minimum passing score on the end-of-course examination
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Individuals seeking Real Estate license.
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Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 335484 | 11/16/26 - 01/19/27 | Microsoft Teams | $203.00 | 8 | Register | |
| 336418 | 01/05/27 - 03/16/27 | Northern Wake Campus | $203.00 | 25 | Register | |
| 336525 | 01/05/27 - 03/16/27 | Northern Wake Campus | $203.00 | 21 | Register | |
| 336254 | 01/11/27 - 03/11/27 | Microsoft Teams | $203.00 | 25 | Register | |
| 336336 | 01/13/27 - 04/07/27 | Microsoft Teams | $203.00 | 25 | Register |
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech’s Notify Me service for RLS-3700A2-Real Estate Provisional Broker (Pre-Licensing) .
Learn how to interpret market trends and identify investment opportunities
Analyze various real estate investment strategies, including long- and short-term rentals
Assess traditional and non-traditional financing options
Understanding market trends and identifying lucrative investment opportunities
Exploring various real estate investment strategies, including long- and short-term rentals
Leveraging financing options and maximizing returns on your investments
Developing a passive income stream through real estate
Building and diversifying your real estate portfolio for long-term wealth creation
Navigating market conditions and tenant management considerations in real estate investing
Harnessing the power of non-traditional lending and funding options for informed investment decisions
Tax strategies, LLC considerations and a host of other widely misunderstood topics to help you start and grow financial security
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Textbook is provided by instructor.
None.
80% attendance
None.
This course is intended for anyone interested in generating income through real-estate investments. No broker's license is required.
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To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
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for SEF-3001PQ2-Real Estate Riches: Mastering Wealth and Unleashing Passive Income Potential
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Identify key changes in real estate rules and laws; areas of disciplinary concern; and brokerage practices, which affect compliance with NC statutes and Commission rules.
Environmental Material Facts.
NCREC Frequently Asked Questions.
Permits.
Education Update.
Law and Rules Update.
BIC Responsibility and Supervision.
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Participants must be a Broker-in-Charge or a broker who is BIC-eligible.
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90% attendance
Provide legal name and license number. ,Present broker's pocket card or photo identification card. ,Perform all work required to complete the course.,Absences during the last 10% of the course are not permitted without instructor approval.
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Real Estate Brokers-in-Charge or brokers who are BIC-eligible.
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To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
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for SEF-3001PT2-Real Estate: Broker-in-Charge Update Course (BICUP)
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Identify key changes in real estate rules and laws; areas of disciplinary concern; and brokerage practices, which affect compliance with NC statutes and Commission rules.
Environmental Material Facts.
NCREC Frequently Asked Questions.
Permits.
Education Update.
Law and Rules Update.
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None
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Participants must be a broker or a provisional broker.
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90% attendance
Provide legal name and license number.,Present broker's pocket card or photo identification card.,Perform all work required to complete the course.,Absences during the last 10% of the course are not permitted without instructor approval.
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This course is intended for all provisional and non-provisional brokers who are not Brokers-in-Charge and/or do not have BIC-eligible status.
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To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
Wake Tech’s Notify Me service
for SEF-3001PU2-Real Estate: General Update
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Explain key elements of TRID
Understand the process of selling vacation rentals
Identify changes in the commission rules, contracts and addenda
Understanding licensing and education review
Farewell HUD-1? Hello TRID! What's TRID?
Sales of Vacation Rentals
Changes in Commission Rules, Contracts & Addenda
Real Estate Agent Safety
Licensing and Education Review
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Provisional brokers and brokers
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90% attendance
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Provisional brokers and brokers
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To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
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for SEF-3001EJ2-Real Estate: General Update
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Learn instruction at a level beyond that provided in pre-licensing courses on topics deemed to be of special importance to licensees
Introduction to Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Landlord-Tenant Law & Residential Property Management
Land-Use Controls and the Real Estate Agent
Loan Fraud
Brokerage Compensation Issues
Miscellaneous License Law and Rule Issues
License Law Case Studies
Fair Housing Case Studies
Legal Requirements for Establishing a Real Estate Brokerage Firm
Manufactured and Modular Homes
Issues Related to Short Sales
Local Issues
Final Examination
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Possession of a North Carolina broker license (either provisional or non-provisional)
North Carolina Real Estate Manual
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80% attendance
Meet the exam passing standard of 75%
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To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
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for RLS-3704A2-Real Estate Postlicensing: Special Topic
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Possess a substantial working knowledge and understanding of the topic to analyze relevant facts, principles and procedures in a variety of situations likely to be found in real estate brokerage practice
Basic Selected Contract Law Concepts: Basic terms, essential elements, impediments to mutual consent, other contract law issues
Real Estate Sales Contract Preparation: Introductory concepts, detailed review and completion of the standard sales contract forms jointly approved by the NC Realtors® (NCAR) and the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA), major paragraphs of Standard Form 2-T, all standard NCAR Residential Addenda, Offer to Purchase and Contract - Vacant Lot/Land (Form 12-T) and Guidelines for Completing (Form 12-G)
Sales Contract Procedures: Submitting offers to sellers, offer modification and counteroffers
Closing Preparations and Procedures: General pre-closing procedures, buyer's due diligence process, other pre-closing matters, closing methods
Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) and TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule (TRID): Applicability of RESPA, RESPA requirements/consumer protections, TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure (TRID) Rule
The Settlement Statement: Basic terminology, prorations, buyer's closing disclosure
Other Topics: Alternate Conveyance Contracts, license status, education issues
30
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NC Real Estate Commission
Meets 30 hours of post-licensing requirements set by NC Real Estate Commission; post-licensing courses do not provide CE credit per NCREC.
No
Must already be a licensed provisional broker in the state of North Carolina
Most current version of "North Carolina Real Estate Manual," which can be requested from the NCREC
Wake Tech is an approved location to hold this training.
90% attendance
Students must pass the end-of-course examination with a minimum score of 75% and satisfactorily complete any required activity and homework exercises.
Wake Tech is officially authorized by the NC Real Estate Commission to run this approved course.
Current provisional brokers needing to complete their annual post-licensing hours
All real estate brokers in NC must complete 90 hours of training within 18 months of being initially licensed. This course is approved by the NCREC and counts toward post-licensing credit.
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Real estate broker
Real estate agent
Real estate provisional broker
RLS-3700A2
Community & Career Education Staff
919-532-5700
[email protected]
To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
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for SEF-3001JQ2-Real Estate Post Licensing: Contracts and Closing (302)
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Identify key changes in commission rules, contracts and addenda
Explain licensing and education review
Explain how to handle complaints and trust monies
Understand broker-in-charge requirements
Farewell HUD-1? Hello TRID! What's TRID?
Sales of Vacation Rentals
Changes in Commission Rules, Contracts & Addenda
Real Estate Agent Safety
Licensing and Education Review
Handling Complaints
Handling Trust Monies
Broker-in-Charge Requirements
4
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Must be a broker-in-charge or a broker who is eligible to become a broken-in-charge
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90% attendance
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Real Estate Broker-in-Charge
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To be notified when this course becomes available, please use
Wake Tech’s Notify Me service
for SEF-3001BA1-Real Estate: Broker-in-Charge Update Course (BICUP)
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"Wake Tech has some of the best instructors I've ever had – hands down."
Deanna Riley
Real Estate, Class of 2024
