20 Hour Texas Law Module Exam with 100% correct answers 2024

Who appoints the Real Estate Inspector Committee? The Commission (TREC) What are some power & duties of the committee? Recommend: -rules relating to aspects of inspections (education, experience, exams, CE, etc.) -required rules -reasonable fees -SOP rules -code of professional conduct Brainpower Read More Previous Play Next Rewind 10 seconds Move forward 10 seconds Unmute 0:09 / 0:15 Full screen What's the difference between direct & indirect supervision? Sponsoring inspector is physically present Previous license holders eligible if: Held level of license in 24 month period preceding date of application filing & sponsored (if needed) What's required for eligibility of a sponsoring inspector? 200 inspections as a professional inspector What level of insurance is required for issuance of a license? Liability w/ minimum $100,000 What does insurance protect against? Subchapter G (prohibited acts) What is the term of expiration of a license? Period not to exceed 24 months (renew every 2 years) What is necessary for license renewal? -pay renewal fee -provide proof of insurance What are CE requirements for license renewal? 16 course hours per year (32 hours every renewal period) How much does an application cost for an apprentice license? $60 How much does an application cost for a real estate inspector license? $100 How much does an application cost for a professional inspector license? $120 What other fees are included for a license? -renewal -exam fees -request of change of address -replace lost/destroyed license Describe specific report & dishonesty of an inspector. -accepting inspection if employment contingent of reporting of specific, predetermined condition or findings inspector knows not to be true -acting in a dishonest, fraudulent, deceitful, or misrepresentative manner Describe conflicting capacities. Inspector acting in dual capacity as a salesperson, undisclosed principal, or broker in a transactioin When can an inspector not perform repairs/maintenance? When in connection under an earnest money contract, lease or exchange of real property Describe some powers of the commission in disciplinary action. -investigate action of inspector -reprimand inspector -place license on probation -suspend or revoke license How long does an inspector have to wait to apply for a new license if revoked? 1 yr. What is the punishment for general criminal penalty or practicing w/o a license? Class A Misdemeanor How many members are in the Committee? 9 Describe the members of the Committee. -6 inspectors of 5+ years -3 members representing the public (not licensed in real estate industry) When will the Committee be abolished? Sept. 1, 2025 Who appoints members of the Committee? The Commission True or False - Fingerprinting is not part of the process for applying for a license. FALSE What does a RE inspector have to score on the state portion of the exam to pass? 70% What's the passing score for a professional inspector on the state portion? 75% What happens if one fails an exam 3 consecutive times? May not reexam w/o coursework: -32 hrs for failed national portion -8 hrs for failed state portion -40 hrs for failing both portions What does a timely renewal fee cost for an apprentice? $30 What does a timely renewal fee cost for a RE inspector? $50 What does a timely renewal fee cost for a professional inspector? $60 What is renewal fee under 90 days late? 1.5x renewal fee What is renewal fee over 90 days late? 2x renewal fee When should one receive a notice for renewal from the Commission? 90 days before date of expiration How many CE hours are required? 32 hours over 2 yr. period What are the CE hours required in? -24 hrs of building knowledge -8 hrs of ethics, SOP, legal, or report writing What is the maximum number of hrs per subject for CE? No more than 16 hrs on one subject True or False - You are not required to operate shut-off valves. TRUE True or False - Specific provisions overrule general provisions in the SOP. TRUE Do inspectors have to apply open flame or light pilots? NO Should the inspector provide a repair estimate? NO Should an inspector designate conditions as safe? NO Should an inspector speak on consequences of findings? (How it will effect price, negotiations, etc.) NO When should an inspector no enter a crawl space? When access is less than 24x18 or headroom is less than 18 in. What are attic entrance minimums? 22x30 or headroom at least 30 in. Are inspectors required to operate powered ventilators? NO When is an occupant garage door deficient? Not solid wood at least 1 3/8 in or not 20 minute fire-rated Are the absence of trip ties on 240 branch circuits a deficiency? YES What happens when there are no means to shutting off main electricity? Mark as deficient True or False - Inspectors are not required to determine sufficiency of the capacity of the electrical system. TRUE When should an inspector not test AFCIs? If the property is occupied or it may result in damage to personal property. In which locations of the house is it deficient for GFCIs to be absent? -bathrooms -garages -exterior -crawlspace -unfinished basements -kitchen countertop -anywhere located within 6 ft of outside edge of sink In which locations is it a deficiency for smoke alarms to be absent? -each sleeping room -outside each separate sleeping areas in immediate vicinity -living space on each story What if an HVAC opening requires removal of permanent construction? Mark as deficient