Indiana Real Estate Broker & Sales License Continuing Education

Requirements Overview

Total Hours: 16
Elective Hours: 10
Mandatory Hours: 6
License Renewal Period: 2 Year(s)

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Requirement Details

School Code/Approval Number: Broker – CE10800853 Salesperson – CE10800854.

Renewal Date: Salespersons renew by June 30^th in even years and Brokers renew by June 30^th in odd years

Hours required: 16 hours

Below are courses that count toward the six (6) of the sixteen (16) hours required every two (2) years that need to be in mandatory topics:

Keeping it Honest: Understanding Real Estate and Mortgage Fraud (2 hours) – Anti-Trust
Title & Escrow: Two Families, One Transaction (2 hours) – Settlement Procedures
Breaking Barriers: Fair Housing (2 hours) – Civil Rights Law
Cracking the Code of Ethics (2 hours) – Ethics and Standards of Conduct

CE Shop Offering: 16 hours

Seat time: The Indiana Real Estate Commission requires that all students spend a minimum amount of seat time engaged in the course content. All courses must take the minimum amount of time it is approved for based on 50 minute hours. Ex. if the course is approved for 3 "clock hours" it must take a minimum of 150 minutes for the student to complete. The course system will track your participation time as well as count down the minimum time required. Please note that your course will not be counted as completed until the minimum time requirement has been met.

Reporting: The state does not have schools report CE hours.

Expiration date of course: Courses expire one year after the order date.

Final Exams: Final exams must be passed with a 75% and may be taken as many times as necessary in order to pass.

Certificates: Immediately upon real estate course completion, The CE Shop will provide students with an electronic copy of the course Certificate of Completion. Certificates will remain in your account for a minimum of five (5) years, should you need additional copies at a later time. Please refer to your renewal application to determine if you need to submit your Certificate(s) of Completion with your renewal.

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Course Name	State	State Approval #	Total Hours	Elective Hours	Mandatory Hours	Suggested Retail	Sale Price
16 Hr. Indiana Renewal Package #1 BEST VALUE! This complete package includes all 16 hours of CE required for broker and sales active license renewals. Courses included in this package: Cracking the Code of Ethics (2 mandatory hours + 2 elective hours) Title & Escrow: Two Families, One Transaction (2 mandatory hours) Breaking Barriers: Fair Housing (2 mandatory hours) From Contract to Keys: The Mortgage Process (5 elective hours) Going Green: The Environmental Movement in Real Estate (3 elective hours) Also meets NAR QUADRENNIAL requirement *	IN	Package	16	10	6	~~$152.00~~	$99.00
16 Hr. Indiana Renewal Package #2 BEST VALUE! This complete package includes all 16 hours of CE required for broker and sales active license renewals. Courses included in this package: Keeping it Honest: Understanding Real Estate & Mortgage Fraud (2 mandatory hours) Title and Escrow: Two Families, One Transaction (2 mandatory hours) Breaking Barriers: Fair Housing (2 mandatory hours) Basics of Real Estate Taxation (5 elective hours) Foundations of Real Estate Finance (5 elective hours) *	IN	Package	16	10	6	~~$152.00~~	$99.00
16 Hr. Indiana Renewal Package #3 BEST VALUE! This complete package includes all 16 hours of CE required for broker and sales active license renewals. Courses included in this package: Cracking the Code of Ethics (2 mandatory hours + 2 elective hours) Title & Escrow: Two Families, One Transaction (2 mandatory hours) Keeping it Honest: Understanding Real Estate and Mortgage Fraud (2 mandatory hours) Foreclosures Demystified (4 elective hours) Today`s MLS: New Paradigms, Better Results (4 elective hours)	IN	Package	16	10	6	~~$152.00~~	$99.00
6 Hr. Indiana Mandatory Topics BEST VALUE! This package includes 6 mandatory CE hours required for broker and sales license renewals. Courses included in this package: Keeping it Honest: Understanding Real Estate & Mortgage Fraud (2 Anti-Trust Mandatory Hours) Title & Escrow: Two Families, One Transaction (2 Settlement Procedures Mandatory Hours) Breaking Barriers: Fair Housing (2 Civil Rights Law Mandatory Hours) *	IN		6	0	6	~~$57.00~~	$49.00
Basics of Real Estate Taxation It is widely known that government exists due to the taxation of you and your client's income and property. Your clients should be aware that tax consequences occur as a result of each real estate transaction. Although as a real estate professional you should not provide tax or legal advice, you can identify the potential income and other tax affects for your sellers and buyers, and advise them to seek appropriate legal and tax counsel. Course highlights include: Details outlining in-home office deduction requirements, and an explanation of how to calculate these deductions A clear definition of qualified residences Details about loans that commonly qualify for interest deductions Instructions on calculating an adjusted basis, a capital gain/loss, a net selling price, and a gain or loss on the sale of assets An overview of commercial real estate 1031 Like-Kind Exchange requirements	IN		5	5	0		$39.00
Breaking Barriers: Fair Housing Each one of us has had someone treat us unfairly due to a judgement they’ve made about us. Within your real estate business, it is crucial that you understand the principles of practicing fair housing so that you are able to run a fair and honest business. Course highlights include: Video skits depicting real fair housing cases, submitted by the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission Instructions on creating advertisements that comply with fair housing laws Details about federally protected classes, as outlined by the Fair Housing Act An explanation of how practicing fair housing will benefit your real estate business A list of red flags of discrimination for listing agents, selling agents, and brokers A video Public Service Announcement from the Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding fair housing In the state of Indiana this course is approved for 2 mandatory hours (Civil Rights Law)	IN		2	0	2		$19.00
Cracking the Code of Ethics Today's real estate marketplace is in greater turmoil than ever. Ethical real estate professionals who adhere to a high set of standards will be the foundation for restoring confidence and stability in an already unsure marketplace. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) relies on its Code of Ethics to ensure that all REALTORS® are conducting business in an honest manner and with the highest degree of integrity. Course highlights include: Videos produced by the NAR that provide insights into the Code of Ethics Case studies and real world examples of Code of Ethics violations A link that will allow you to access the Code of Ethics and save a copy for your reference Details about the Standards of Practice and Case Interpretations of the Code of Ethics A summary of the various roles present in real estate transactions and the duties associated with each role This course meets the NAR QUADRENNIAL requirement	IN		4	2	2		$35.00
Diversity: Your Kaleidoscope of Clients The real estate market reflects the diverse population that is present in the United States today with individuals of different races, ethnicities, lifestyles, and cultures. The interests and goals of individuals within diverse populations influence their decision making process within the purchase of real estate. It is critical that the successful real estate professional understands and adapts to others’ lifestyles. Course highlights include: Resources that will help you identify the diversity of the population living in your area Numerous examples of characteristics and beliefs that can be present in a diverse population Statistics from the National Association of REALTORS® relating to diversity A summary of requirements outlined in various fair housing laws and details about federally protected classes Suggestions that will help you in your efforts working with a diverse group of clients	IN		3	3	0		$29.00
Foreclosures Demystified In today`s real estate marketplace, foreclosures and short sales are a part of the landscape. This course will help you to gain a clear understanding of the steps of the foreclosure process. Course highlights include: Details about legislation that has been enacted to assist distressed homeowners Rebuilding steps for homeowners who are recovering from foreclosure An explanation of the differences between judicial foreclosure and trust deed non-judicial foreclosure processes Foreclosure avoidance tips and ideas Details outlining the foreclosure process	IN		4	4	0		$35.00
Foundations of Real Estate Finance The financing of a home is as integral to real estate transactions as finding the home itself, and it is beneficial for you to have a clear understanding of the entire financing process. This course will help you to gain a better understanding of the changes the mortgage market has experienced over the years. Course highlights include: Details outlining the history and purpose of real estate financing Explanation of the roles and regulations of FNMA, GNMA, FHLMC, FHA, and VA Video outlining the rise and fall of the mortgage market and global economy Information about HAFA and Making Home Affordable Statistics from the Center for Responsible Lending and the Federal Reserve Affordability Worksheet, to assist clients in calculating their maximum affordable purchase price Homebuyer Do's and Dont's flier with tips for your clients Instructions on calculating LTV, front-end and back-end ratios, and monthly mortgage payments Details and qualification requirements for several popular financing options	IN		5	5	0		$39.00
From Contract to Keys: The Mortgage Process From the time your buyers sign their purchase agreements, to the time they finally get the keys to their new home, the mortgage process can be filled with anxiety, frustration, and uncertainty. Through your understanding of the process, you will be able to provide your clients with a road map through the maze. Course highlights include: Video outlining the mortgage process Tips on helping your clients avoid predatory lending Updated statistics from the Center for Responsible Lending Current lender disclosure requirements 2010 updates to 1003 loan application Homebuyer Do's and Don'ts flier that agents can pass on to their clients Tips on compiling and managing your short list of reputable lenders Current loan documentation rules Details regarding closing and closing documents	IN		5	5	0		$39.00
Going Green: The Environmental Movement in Real Estate In this course, we will discuss the runaway trend in the real estate market to go "green." As more and more clients search exclusively for green homes, it is more important than ever to understand what "green" means and how you can utilize knowledge of "green" living in your efforts marketing and searching for properties. Course highlights include: Tools that can be shared with your clients so they can measure the impact their lifestyles could leave on the environment, along with helpful tips for reducing their negative impact. Descriptions and videos about popular "green" building, design, and landscaping materials, which will help you identify "green"; features during showings. Videos and Internet resources providing details on programs such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), The Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH), and ENERGY STAR®, and details about "green" property requirements, as outlined by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Recommendations that you can share with your seller clients on how they can make inexpensive, effective "green" changes to their homes that appeal to eco-conscious buyers. Suggestions on ways you can "go green" in your real estate business, and details about going paperless.	IN		3	3	0		$29.00
Keeping it Honest: Understanding Real Estate and Mortgage Fraud Real estate fraud, along with the recent increase in identity theft, has become a major issue in the industry. This course identifies several types of real estate fraud schemes, both minor and major, and helps you, as a real estate professional, understand how you can protect and educate your clients on this growing problem. Course highlights include: Details about property disclosures that are required in real estate transactions Statistics regarding fraud cases and the top 10 states with significant mortgage fraud problems An explanation of sub-prime lending and how it impacts mortgage fraud A summary of the steps of a purchase process that will help you identify where major buyer misrepresentation can occur A handout from the Federal Bureau of Investigation that will help you understand how "house stealing" can occur In the state of Indiana this course is approved for 2 mandatory hours (Anti-Trust)	IN		2	0	2		$19.00
Online Risk Management Infinite prospecting and advertising opportunities are available to real estate professionals through social media, blogging, property listing website, and email resources. Whether you’re an experienced Internet-savvy professional or have yet to create a Facebook profile, this course will help you gain an understanding of the legal, regulatory, ethical, and professional issues that should shape your online content and conduct.	IN		4	4	0		$35.00
Real Estate Investors and Your Business It is estimated that approximately $300 billion in real estate is transacted by investors each year. Grab your piece of the pie by understanding the driving forces in the dynamic residential real estate investment market. Possessing knowledge of the strategies and mindsets of investors will help you serve your valuable investor clients effectively, responsibly, and ethically. Through this course, you will learn the impact of real estate investment in the United States, the opportunities that exist for investors, and your role in representing the residential real estate investor. Course highlights include: Resources from Keller Williams Publishing, National Real Estate Investors Association, OwnAmerica, and the National Association of REALTORS® that will help you serve your investor clients A Criteria Worksheet handout that can be utilized in your efforts finding properties for your clients Insights from The Millionaire Real Estate Investor, Personal Real Estate Investor Magazine, and Crash Boom! that will help you understand the mindset and strategies of investors Details about real estate market conditions and the impact of investors on the market over time Tips for acting ethically, providing a high level of service, and avoiding liability issues while working with investors	IN		4	4	0		$35.00
Real Estate Technology: The Professional`s Guide to Success With all of the things real estate professionals use on a daily basis, it seems as though one might need a wheelbarrow in which to cart everything. Good news - this isn't the case! Throughout this course, you will learn some of the best ways in which technology can improve your business and make transactions smoother and more efficient, and how to efficiently complete projects that previously weighed you down. Course highlights include: Basic information explaining technology trends including smartphones, tablet PCs, Bluetooth, GPS, and agent and property listing websites A step-by-step guide to help you set up a YouTube, Facebook, blog, and webcast account and basics on how to utilize these platforms in your marketing efforts Tips on going paperless and utilizing an iPad or other tablet PC in your various real estate activities Ideas for enhancing your blog through the use of video content and a guide to help ensure that your video content and property tours are polished, professional looking, and effective Facebook lead generation strategies Details on QR codes and ideas for using them in your advertising efforts Search engine optimization (SEO) tricks that will help get your website noticed	IN		3	3	0		$29.00
Roadmap to Success - Business Planning for Real Estate Professionals First and foremost, you, as a real estate professional, are an entrepreneur. This course guides you through proven methods to assist you in developing a successful, workable business plan. You will learn about creating a vision for your business and the tools necessary to achieve that vision. Course highlights include: A Business Plan Worksheet that will help you reflect on your accomplishments and focus on your goals for the future Helpful ideas for defining your real estate business, vision statement and mission statement Details about identifying your strengths and weaknesses, and setting realistic, attainable goals A Business Plan Template that you can edit to create your business plan Instructions on analyzing your sphere of influence and tips for adding contacts to your sphere Tips on calculating the levels of productivity you will need to meet in order to achieve your income and profitability goals	IN		4	4	0		$35.00
Selling to Your Sphere of Influence While most real estate agents agree that a strong Sphere of Influence (SOI) is fundamental to success, the majority of agents are still beating the streets in hopes of attracting business from strangers. This course will teach you how to respectfully generate business and referrals from an SOI, without annoying anybody. Course highlights include: Strategies on building and maintaining a contact database Tips to ensure you are presenting a professional, enthusiastic image to your Sphere of Influence contacts Suggestions on planning and implementing an ongoing SOI strategy Ideas you can use in writing effective reconnection letters A list of things to keep in mind when pursuing and accepting referrals from family and friends	IN		3	3	0		$29.00
Short Sale and Foreclosure Risk Management Short sale and foreclosure transactions have likely made up a large percentage of your business in the past few years as the real estate market and the rest of the economy has been volatile. It is important that you possess an understanding of the risks inherent in these types of situations and transactions. Course highlights include: Detailed explanations of the causes and steps of foreclosure and short sale transactions Short sale, foreclosure, and lending resources that can be passed on to your clients Tips for navigating short sale or foreclosure negotiations A list of ways to avoid risk in working with clients who are facing short sale or foreclosure transactions Resources from the National Association of REALTORS® that will help you and your clients gain a better understanding of short sale and foreclosures A list of questions that you can ask short sale buyers to help prepare them for the process	IN		4	4	0		$35.00
Title and Escrow: Two Families, One Transaction In a race, you don't finish unless you cross the finish line. A real estate transaction can be similar. All the hard work, the showings, the negotiations, the contracts, and the communications are all part of the race. The final step, finish line, comes at the closing. The signing of all the documents and transferring of ownership from one person to another comes at the finish line. Course highlights include: Details that will help you protect ownership rights and understand liens, encumbrances, and title insurance A list of the four basic rights of owning and possessing property and explanations of how these rights impact property owners Characteristics of a valid deed, and descriptions of grant deeds, warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, tax deeds, gift deeds, and deeds in lieu of foreclosure Items included on a full title report, an ownership and encumbrance property report, a legal and vesting report, and a land title report Details about items covered by the lender's title insurance policy and those covered by the borrower's policy An explanation of the contents of the HUD-1 Settlement Statement In the state of Indiana this course is approved for 2 mandatory hours (Settlement Procedures)	IN		2	0	2		$19.00
Today's MLS: New Paradigms: Better Results The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is the most powerful tool that you, as a real estate professional, have at your disposal. Potential buyers, in addition to other real estate professionals, can view your listings through a multitude of websites. How you use the MLS communicates your level of professionalism and attracts people to your properties. This course provides common sense theories and best practices from industry experts. Harness the full power of the MLS, starting with a full understanding of how data flow in and out of the MLS. Apply the practical concepts from this course to: Write exceptional listing descriptions Prepare listings that receive the attention they deserve Remain in compliance with fair housing, advertising, ethics, and anti-trust regulations	IN		4	4	0		$35.00
Uncle Sam has Homes for Sale: Listing and Selling HUD Homes The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) acquires thousands of homes every year through foreclosure on properties that had Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured mortgages. This course explains the processes and procedures involved in listing and selling HUD homes, including how the properties are awarded to individual brokers for listing, how brokers and agents are compensated for these sales, and how they are listed and marketed. Course highlights include: Overview of increased commission opportunities Explanation of FHA financing, and the FHA foreclosure process A summary of the roles created through HUD's Management and Marketing III program, and details regarding the duties associated with each role A description of the documents involved in the sale of a HUD home Rules outlining the advertisement of HUD homes Details about the HUD home bidding process	IN		4	4	0		$35.00
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