Impact of COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions

AUSTIN, TX - The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), and Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) are taking steps to ensure minimal disruptions in services to license holders and consumers as the COVID – 19 (coronavirus) outbreak unfolds.

TREC and TALCB are closely monitoring the need and ability to waive license requirements to ease the burden of license holders. All affected license holders will be notified through email and posted on our website as circumstances change, however, no license requirement waivers have been issued at this time.

Should public meetings be canceled, our website will be updated. Due to the ever-changing nature of this situation, please be sure to check the TREC and TALCB websites often to ensure no changes have been made to previously planned meetings.

The agency has implemented extensive cleaning and social distancing measures when necessary to help prevent the spread of the COVID – 19 virus. We are no longer accepting walk-ins at our offices. Also, the agency is monitoring direction provided by state health officials to follow guidelines and procedures to ensure the health and safety of our staff when necessary.

Please be aware that as circumstances change, such as school closings, the agency’s workforce may be reduced, and teleworking will increase. This may cause minor disruptions in services. The agency, however, will maintain regular working hours, and all services will continue to be available to the public.

The agency is committed to continue providing excellent customer service and protect the consumers of real estate services in Texas while keeping staff and the public safe. We have published FAQs to help our license holders who may have more questions and will be updating them as new questions arise. Please be sure to subscribe to our email messaging services and refer to our website to ensure the most up to date information from the agency when it becomes available.