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Alert: Scammers Spoofing TREC and TALCB Phone Numbers With Fake Texts, Calls

Submitted by Summer Mandell on Fri, 2026-04-24 14:07

The Texas Real Estate Commission and Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board will never text you.

The agency has received reports of text and call spoofing—a method where scammers deliberately falsify the caller ID to mimic a real government number. A recent example includes texts to license holders claiming they are being charged with “safety” violations. These scams are intended to obtain details they could use to gain access to your identity or your accounts, like bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, or other important information.

TALCB Elects New Officers, Adopts Rule Changes, and Reports Progress on REALM Portal at February Meeting

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Wed, 2026-02-25 15:10

The Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) held its February 20, 2026 meeting, where members elected new officers, adopted amendments to key licensing and education rules, and received updates on the agency’s new licensing system, the Real Estate and Appraiser License Management (REALM) Portal. The Board also began early discussions on artificial intelligence (AI) and reviewed proposed national changes that could reshape appraiser qualification pathways.

Watch TALCB's February Meeting

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Fri, 2026-02-20 08:08

The Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) met at 9:00 a.m. CT on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Stephen F. Austin Building, Room 170. Find the meeting recording, agenda, and materials on the meeting page.

REALM Portal FAQs and Updates

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Sat, 2026-01-31 09:47

The Real Estate and Appraiser License Management Portal, or REALM Portal launched December 15, 2025. It was created to help prospective and current license holders go paperless and apply for or manage real estate licenses all online, 24/7.

Below are important status updates and guidance related to questions we've received. Updates on pending fixes will be provided when available.

The REALM Portal Is Live: What To Expect and What To Do

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Wed, 2025-12-17 15:33

The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) and Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) launched the Real Estate and Appraiser License Management Portal, known as the REALM Portal, on December 15, 2025. Nearly 26,000 REALM Portal accounts have already been created.

As more license holders begin activating accounts, TREC and TALCB are closely monitoring system performance, responding to feedback, and continuing to make improvements.

How to Create Your REALM Portal Account

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Mon, 2025-12-15 18:27

Ready to set up your Real Estate and Appraiser License Management Portal (REALM Portal) account? You will need a REALM Portal account to manage your real estate license, apply for licensure, or file complaints. This brief video explains how to get started.

Board Meeting Highlights: New Federal Education Requirements, REALM Portal Launch, and Rule Updates

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Tue, 2025-11-18 15:33

At its November meeting, the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) discussed the implementation of a new federal fair housing education requirement, the upcoming launch of the Real Estate and Appraiser License Management Portal (REALM Portal), and multiple rule amendments to streamline licensing, implement legislation, and reduce barriers to entry.

Online Services Down This Saturday

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Wed, 2025-11-12 12:03

The Stephen F. Austin Building, where the Texas Real Estate Commission and Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board are headquartered, will undergo a planned power outage on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT. During this time, the agency’s online services will be unavailable.

New Leadership, New Rules, and Changes for Texas Appraisers: TALCB August Meeting

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Fri, 2025-08-15 12:25

The Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) met on August 8, 2025, with a new chair, two new members, and a new vice chair. Packed into their agenda were committee appointments, legislative updates, adopted and proposed rule changes, and a federal requirement that takes effect soon for all appraisers and appraiser applicants.

TALCB Welcomes Two New Members, New Chair, One Reappointment

Submitted by Sierra Pizarro on Wed, 2025-06-04 14:57

Governor Greg Abbott appointed two new members to the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB): Tony “Mark” Luna Jr. and Clayton Ripley. Both received Senate Confirmation. He also appointed Board Member R. Chance Bolton as the new Board chair and reappointed Stephanie Robinson, Ph.D. (pictured below).

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