Agent Academics

09/03/2026

Significant appraisal changes take effect this fall that may impact buyers, sellers, brokers, lenders and appraisers in residential real estate transactions. NCREC encourages brokers to take their General Update or Broker-In-Charge Update course early this year to be informed and prepared. Search course schedules here: https://www.ncrec.gov/ContinuingEducation/CECourseSchedules

07/22/2026

07/21/2026

Scammers may falsely claim to be licensed to do architecture and design services for you. AG Jeff Jackson, the NC Board of Architecture and Interior Designers, and the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors are urging North Carolinians to verify a contractor's credentials before hiring. https://ncdoj.gov/consumer-alert-be-cautious-when-hiring-freelancers-online/

07/21/2026

This is what a NEW CE class being created looks like at Agent Academics:

✅ Creative comfy crocs
✅ Desk in standing mode
✅ 3 pair of glasses in rotation 🤓
✅ Hydration + Caffeination cycle
✅ Calls on DND
✅ I had no idea it was after 8pm

New Elective class coming soon! 🤞🏽

Oh yeah…support live music! 🎶 🤩

07/20/2026

https://singlefamily.fanniemae.com/delivering/uniform-mortgage-data-program/uniform-appraisal-dataset

07/13/2026

Cyber-enabled fraud robs businesses and consumers of billions of dollars every year! Among cybercrimes, the use of deepfake technology is a growing concern.

Deepfake scams increased 40% year-over-year, according to the 2026 Identity Fraud Report by security firm Entrust. Review this recent National Association of REALTORS® Consumer Guide to learn:
* How are deepfakes used in real estate
* What can you do to protect yourself
* What to do if you suspect a deepfake scam

Download your FREE copy:
https://bit.ly/4bq90JB

07/13/2026

https://bulletins.ncrec.gov/vacation-rental-fraud-scam-alert/

06/10/2026

AG Jeff Jackson and North Carolina Real Estate Commission Chair William Aceto are warning North Carolinians to be careful when searching for rental housing online.
Scammers are creating fake listings and impersonating landlords or property owners to steal from people trying to rent a home or apartment. https://ncdoj.gov/consumer-alert-watch-out-for-rental-scams/

06/04/2026

According to Rule 58A .1702, NC real estate brokers must complete eight credit hours of real estate continuing education courses within one year prior to the expiration of the license as follows: (1) four credit hours of elective courses; and (2) four hours of either the General Update Course or for a broker with BIC Eligible status, the Broker-in-Charge Update Course in lieu of the General Update Course.

04/30/2026

This week, AG Jeff Jackson won a case against MV Realty for misleading homeowners and violating state law. More than 2,100 North Carolinians are now free from 40-year real estate contracts.
MV Realty is banned from doing business in NC and must pay $1.32 million in restitution. https://ncdoj.gov/attorney-general-jeff-jackson-wins-mv-realty-case-saves-north-carolina-homeowners-18-million-company-permanently-banned-from-state/