Texas Real Estate State Practice Exam

Disciplinary action by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) is primarily reserved for serious violations that undermine the integrity and ethical standards of the real estate profession. Engaging in fraud, misrepresentation, or the unauthorized practice of law poses significant risks to consumers and the overall trust in the real estate market. Violations of real estate laws, which encompass a range of legal requirements governing real estate transactions, also fall within the scope of TREC’s regulatory authority. Such actions compromise the professionalism and ethical behavior expected from licensed real estate agents and brokers, prompting TREC to take disciplinary measures to uphold these standards.

Actions that might seem less severe, such as late submission of paperwork or having personal opinions about property values, do not typically warrant disciplinary action unless they are part of a broader pattern of unprofessional behavior. Furthermore, while refusing to attend continuing education courses can have consequences, it usually results in the loss of license renewal rather than direct disciplinary action from TREC. Thus, option B correctly identifies serious offenses that could lead to disciplinary measures, reflecting TREC's commitment to maintaining integrity in real estate practices.