Free Self-Study Core & Elective Courses
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Salespersons needing CE for the extended 2009-2012 period should take of the core courses 102 and 104 plus any three electives below.
Brokers remaining brokers needing CE for the 2010-2012 renewal period should take of the core courses 102 and 103 plus any two electives below.
Brokers upgrading to Managing Broker needing CE for the 2010-2013 period should take of the core courses 102 and 104 plus any three electives below.
This course provides 3 hours of study credit in Illinois elective course material.
This course, in our growing series on finances, looks at predatory lending practices through the eyes of victims and investigators. You will have new tools with which to spot abusive situations in which your clients may find themselves.
You may limit your online tours to the page(s) linked from the course. Once purchased, exams are not refundable, though you may change your mind about which exams you want to take, even at the last minute.
211 Elective: Our Indoor Environment
221 Elective: Introduction to Residential Building Systems and Inspections
This course provides 3 hours of study credit in Illinois elective course material.
We look at the many things that are involved in a home inspection; from the structure itself to electrical, some plumbing, and discuss some hazardous conditions. This is introductory material and is not designed to make you a home inspector. The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) provides a virtual home inspection tour.
If you want a good introduction to electric, air conditioning, and structure; this is a course for you.
You may limit your online tours to the page(s) linked from the course. Below are images that are referenced within the text of the course. Once purchased, exams are not refundable, though you may change your mind about which exams you want to take, even at the last minute.
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231 Elective: Risk Management and Decision Making Skills
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102 Illinois Core Course A: Agency, License Law, and Escrow
103 Illinois Core Course B: Legal Issues
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This course provides 3 hours of study credit in Illinois core course "B" material, consisting of reviewing the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act. Brokers needing CE for the 2010-2012 renewal period should take of the core courses 102 and 103 plus any two electives below.
Once purchased, exams are not refundable, though you may change your mind about which exams you want to take, even at the last minute.
This course provides 3 hours of study credit in Illinois core course "A" material. Salespersons needing CE for the extended 2009-2012 renewal period should take of the core courses 102 and 104 plus any three electives below. Brokers needing CE for the 2010-2012 renewal period should take of the core courses 102 and 103 plus any two electives below. Brokers upgrading to Managing Broker needing CE for the 2010-2013 period should take of the core courses 102 and 104 plus any three electives below.
Simply follow the icons above from left-to-right to finish this course. Example: An excercise in "Senarios and Exercises" presents a situation and the solution in the form of statute and rule references. You can then read the statute and rule as referenced by clicking on the next link "Access Statute & Rules." Once purchased, exams are not refundable, though you may change your mind about which exams you want to take, even at the last minute.
This course provides 3 hours of study credit in Illinois elective course material.
Success in real estate requires the same elements of judgment and decision making that are critical in high-risk vocations and activities. This is the first time in the real estate industry that a course explores decision making skills and makes them adaptable to real estate activities.
You will benefit not only in real estate, but in other areas of your life where sound decision making practice can help avoid trouble. First made available to pilots, these skills are now used in marine operations, medical practice, law enforcement, and more.
The Express lead instructor is a pioneer and expert in this field and is available for in-person presentations to your association or group--even classes for beginning drivers.
You may limit your online tours to the page(s) linked from the course. Once purchased, exams are not refundable, though you may change your mind about which exams you want to take, even at the last minute.
201 Elective: Escape Predatory Lending
This course provides 3 hours of study credit in Illinois elective course material.
Experience the range of things that can contaminate the places in which live and work: chemical, biological, and organic. We review the hazards of Radon and its remediation. We present simple things that people can do to reduce their level of exposure to toxins we all use everyday. Included is information on the April 2010 EPA rule requiring certified contractors for some renovation projects.
You may limit your online tours to the page(s) linked from the course. Once purchased, exams are not refundable, though you may change your mind about which exams you want to take, even at the last minute.
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104 Illinois Core Course B: Review of Broker Responsibilities
This course provides 6 hours of study credit in Illinois core course "B" material. Salespersons needing CE for the extended 2009-2012 renewal period should take of the core courses 102 and 104 plus any three electives below, as should upgrading brokers. Once purchased, exams are not refundable, though you may change your mind about which exams you want to take, even at the last minute.
The linked book to the left, Chapters 1-6 is this course; rich with informative text, sample exams and answers and exercises. You should purchase this book unless you already have it, can get it from a friend, or find it in your local library. Begin by looking at the Objective & Course Description above, then study chapters 1-6. Combined with course 102 you'll see the updated laws and rules. Remember, all Illinois salespersons licenses expire May 1, 2012.
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