20 Hour Texas Law Module Exam Questions and Answers | Latest Update 2026 | Guaranteed Pass

20 Hour Texas Law Module Exam Questions and Answers | Latest Update 2026 | Guaranteed Pass Who appoints the Real Estate Inspector Committee? - answer-The Commission (TREC) What are some power & duties of the committee? - answer-Recommend: -rules relating to aspects of inspections (education, experience, exams, CE, etc.) -required rules -reasonable fees -SOP rules -code of professional conduct What's the difference between direct & indirect supervision? - answer-Sponsoring inspector is physically present Previous license holders eligible if: - answer-Held level of license in 24 month period preceding date of application filing & sponsored (if needed) What's required for eligibility of a sponsoring inspector? - answer-200 inspections as a professional inspector What level of insurance is required for issuance of a license? - answer-Liability w/ minimum $100,000What does insurance protect against? - answer-Subchapter G (prohibited acts) What is the term of expiration of a license? - answer-Period not to exceed 24 months (renew every 2 years) What is necessary for license renewal? - answer--pay renewal fee -provide proof of insurance What are CE requirements for license renewal? - answer-16 course hours per year (32 hours every renewal period) How much does an application cost for an apprentice license? - answer-$60 How much does an application cost for a real estate inspector license? - answer-$100 How much does an application cost for a professional inspector license? - answer-$120 What other fees are included for a license? - answer--renewal -exam fees -request of change of address -replace lost/destroyed license Describe specific report & dishonesty of an inspector. - answer--accepting inspection if employment contingent of reporting of specific, predetermined condition or findings inspector knows not to be true -acting in a dishonest, fraudulent, deceitful, or misrepresentative mannerDescribe conflicting capacities. - answer-Inspector acting in dual capacity as a salesperson, undisclosed principal, or broker in a transactioin When can an inspector not perform repairs/maintenance? - answer-When in connection under an earnest money contract, lease or exchange of real property Describe some powers of the commission in disciplinary action. - answer--investigate action of inspector -reprimand inspector -place license on probation -suspend or revoke license How long does an inspector have to wait to apply for a new license if revoked? - answer-1 yr. What is the punishment for general criminal penalty or practicing w/o a license? - answer-Class A Misdemeanor How many members are in the Committee? - answer-9 Describe the members of the Committee. - answer--6 inspectors of 5+ years -3 members representing the public (not licensed in real estate industry) When will the Committee be abolished? - answer-Sept. 1, 2025 Who appoints members of the Committee? - answer-The CommissionTrue or False - Fingerprinting is not part of the process for applying for a license. - answer-FALSE What does a RE inspector have to score on the state portion of the exam to pass? - answer-70% What's the passing score for a professional inspector on the state portion? - answer-75% What happens if one fails an exam 3 consecutive times? - answer-May not reexam w/o coursework: -32 hrs for failed national portion -8 hrs for failed state portion -40 hrs for failing both portions What does a timely renewal fee cost for an apprentice? - answer-$30 What does a timely renewal fee cost for a RE inspector? - answer-$50 What does a timely renewal fee cost for a professional inspector? - answer-$60 What is renewal fee under 90 days late? - answer-1.5x renewal fee What is renewal fee over 90 days late? - answer-2x renewal fee When should one receive a notice for renewal from the Commission? - answer-90 days before date of expiration How many CE hours are required? - answer-32 hours over 2 yr. periodWhat are the CE hours required in? - answer--24 hrs of building knowledge -8 hrs of ethics, SOP, legal, or report writing What is the maximum number of hrs per subject for CE? - answer-No more than 16 hrs on one subject True or False - You are not required to operate shut-off valves. - answer-TRUE True or False - Specific provisions overrule general provisions in the SOP. - answer-TRUE Do inspectors have to apply open flame or light pilots? - answer-NO Should the inspector provide a repair estimate? - answer-NO Should an inspector designate conditions as safe? - answer-NO Should an inspector speak on consequences of findings? (How it will effect price, negotiations, etc.) - answer-NO When should an inspector no enter a crawl space? - answer-When access is less than 24x18 or headroom is less than 18 in. What are attic entrance minimums? - answer-22x30 or headroom at least 30 in. Are inspectors required to operate powered ventilators? - answer-NOWhen is an occupant garage door deficient? - answer-Not solid wood at least 1 3/8 in or not 20 minute fire-rated Are the absence of trip ties on 240 branch circuits a deficiency? - answer-YES