Wills and Trusts: Protecting What Matters Most- THE WOODLANDS

THE WOODLANDS 2-STEP CE FOR REALTORS® Two CE Classes. One Smart Move. These two 1-Hour Credit Continuing Education classes are designed to help REALTORS® strengthen both the financial readiness and long-term protection of their clients—skills that matter well beyond the closing table. CE CLASS 1: WILLS & TRUSTS – PROTECTING WHAT MATTERS MOST 53746-RECE Course Number This class introduces REALTORS® to the fundamentals of wills and trusts and how they intersect with real estate ownership. Agents will learn: * The key differences between wills and living trusts * Which is better a Trust or a Will? * Everyday scenarios that could have been avoided with proper planning * How estate planning decisions impact heirs, sales timelines, and transactions * What is Probate and How to Avoid It. What agents gain: Confidence in having informed conversations with clients about estate planning, clearer expectations during trust-owned transactions, and the ability to help clients avoid costly surprises after closing. CE CLASS 2: CREDIT CLASS FOR REAL ESTATE 38394-RECE Course Number This course focuses on understanding credit as it relates to buyer qualification, contract strength, and closing success. Agents will learn: * How credit scores are calculated and commonly misunderstood * What actually impacts a buyer’s ability to qualify * The difference between credit myths and lender reality * How credit improvements can affect purchasing power * When and how to guide clients toward the right resources What agents gain: Stronger buyer consultations, fewer failed contracts, and the ability to position clients for success earlier in the process—saving time, deals, and reputations.