60-Hour Principles & Practices of Real Estate Course
Approved by the Connecticut Real Estate Commission
Ready to launch your real estate career in Connecticut? Our comprehensive 60-hour Principles and Practices of Real Estate course is designed to meet the mandatory educational requirement for the Connecticut real estate salesperson license.
Course Overview
This intensive course provides the foundation you need to understand real estate law, agency, contracts, financing, fair housing, and property valuation. It is designed for aspiring real estate professionals looking to pass the Connecticut licensing exam and build a successful career in the real estate industry.
Course Format:
- 60 hours of live instruction
- Approved by the CT Real Estate Commission
- Includes state and national exam prep
- Taught by experienced, licensed instructors
- Includes digital materials, quizzes, and practice exams
Class Schedule Options
We offer flexible schedules to fit your lifestyle and availability, including weekend classes:
🗓 Saturday & Sunday Weekend Track
- Duration: 5 weekends (Saturday & Sunday)
- Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM each day
- Format: Zoom (Live virtual classroom with instructor interaction)
💻 Weekday Tracks Also Available:
- Morning Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Evening Classes: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What You’ll Learn
- The role of the real estate agent and brokerage
- Real estate contracts and agency relationships
- Property ownership and land use regulations
- Real estate finance and mortgages
- Environmental issues and property disclosures
- Fair housing laws and ethics
- Connecticut-specific licensing laws and practices
Tuition: $499
Includes access to all course materials, exam prep resources, and a certificate of completion.
Who Should Enroll?
- Individuals seeking a real estate salesperson license in Connecticut
- Career changers and entrepreneurs
- Anyone preparing for the CT real estate licensing exam
Course Module Outline
60-Hour Principles & Practices of Real Estate
Approved for Connecticut Real Estate Salesperson Licensing
Our course is structured into clearly defined modules to guide students through key concepts, legal regulations, and industry practices required to become a licensed real estate salesperson in Connecticut.
🧩 Module 1: Introduction to Real Estate
- Understanding the real estate profession
- Real estate markets and property types
- Career paths and licensing requirements
- Overview of CT Real Estate Commission
🏡 Module 2: Real Property & Ownership
- Land, real property, and personal property
- Legal descriptions of property
- Types of ownership (joint tenancy, tenancy in common, etc.)
- Encumbrances and easements
📜 Module 3: Land Use & Environmental Issues
- Zoning and land use regulations
- Building codes and permits
- Environmental concerns (lead paint, radon, asbestos)
- Connecticut-specific environmental regulations
📑 Module 4: Real Estate Contracts
- Types of contracts (listing, purchase, lease)
- Elements of a valid contract
- Offer and acceptance
- Breach of contract and remedies
🤝 Module 5: Agency & Brokerage
- Types of agency relationships
- Fiduciary duties of agents
- Dual agency and designated agency
- Broker vs. salesperson responsibilities
- Agency disclosures in Connecticut
💰 Module 6: Real Estate Financing
- Mortgage terminology and types of loans
- Loan application process
- Government programs (FHA, VA, USDA)
- Understanding points, interest rates, and APR
📈 Module 7: Valuation & Appraisal
- Methods of property valuation
- The appraisal process
- Competitive Market Analysis (CMA)
- Connecticut property tax assessment
⚖️ Module 8: Fair Housing & Ethics
- Fair Housing Act and protected classes
- Discrimination and enforcement
- Ethics and professional conduct
- Connecticut fair housing laws
🏢 Module 9: Leases & Landlord-Tenant Law
- Types of leases
- Lease clauses and rights of tenants
- Security deposits and evictions
- Connecticut landlord-tenant regulations
📚 Module 10: Real Estate Math Essentials
- Prorations and commissions
- Property tax calculations
- Mortgage calculations and qualifying buyers
- Area and volume formulas
🧾 Module 11: Transfer of Title & Closing
- Title theory vs. lien theory
- Deeds and title transfer
- Title insurance
- Closing process and settlement statements (HUD-1, CD)
🔍 Module 12: Connecticut Licensing Law & Exam Prep
- CT-specific license laws and regulations
- Duties of licensees
- Disciplinary actions and prohibited practices
- Test-taking strategies and practice exam review
Enroll Today
Take the first step toward becoming a licensed real estate professional in Connecticut.
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