HCP: HAR Contracts Pro

This certification is earned after the completion of a series of eight HAR classes designed to enhance the comprehension of TAR & TREC forms. After earning the HCP, the agent will possess a high level of knowledge on best practices, ethical rules and completing these forms with confidence & expertise.

The following courses are needed to complete the designation:



    Required classes: Any member seeking the HCP will need to take all five of these 3-hour courses.
  • Contracts: Seller Side
  • Contracts: Buyer Side
  • Contracts: The 1-4 Family Contract
  • Contracts: The TREC Addenda or A Guide to Contract Addenda, Amendments, Disclosures and Notices
  • Contracts: TAR Residential Lease


    Elective classes: Any member seeking the HCP will need to take any three courses listed below
  • The Forms You Need to Know
  • Farm & Ranch
  • Understanding Contingency Situations
  • MUDS, PUDS, AND PIDS
  • Commercial Leasing Contracts 101
  • Commercial Forms


    Additional contracts courses may be substituted for various courses listed above. Please check with Professional Development Department to learn more
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