Module 5 Section 3 Flashcards
A _____________ can only serve as a sponsor in Texas.
licensed professional inspector
You must report to TREC if there is an addition or termination to a DBA within ______ days.
30 days
You must report to TREC changes to a company name within what time frame?
a. 14 days
b. 30 days
c. 60 days
30 days
You must report to TREC changes to contact information within what time frame?
a. 14 days
b. 21 days
c. 30 days
30 days
You must report to TREC new felony conviction or misdemeanor involving fraud within what time frame?
a. 2 weeks
b. 30 days
c. 60 days
30 days
A ______________ is responsible for the conduct of a sponsored apprentice inspector
licensed professional inspector
__________ __________ is required by the responsible inspector to be present on-site when an apprentice conducts an inspection.
direct supervision
Minimum size to post the “Texas Real Estate Commission Consumer Protection Notice” on the business website
a. 6 point font
b. 8 point font
c. 10 point font
10 point font
Minimum size to post the “TREC Protection Notice on the business website
a. 8 point font
b. 10 point font
c. 12 point font
12 point font
The TREC ________ ________ Notice is to be delivered to consumers regarding the ability to file a complaint with TREC and the availability of the Inspector Recovery Fund
TREC Consumer Protection Notice
What is not allowed to be used in any advertisement or on an inspector’s website?
a. TREC mission statement
b. TREC seal or logo
c. TREC tips to pass exams
Seal or logo
__________ ___________ is to be included in advertising along with license holder’s name or business name.
License number
Who can the inspector disclose inspection results to?
a. TREC
b. client or anyone client approves
c. HCAD
client or anyone client approves
When an inspector accepts a job, the inspector has a duty to who?
a. client
b. seller
c. brokers
client
Is an inspector allowed to receive fees or additional compensation based on the closing of a real estate transaction or future referrals?
YES/NO
NO
Amount of time that must pass after the date of inspection before the inspector can offer repair or maintenance services
a. 1 week
b. 6 months
c. 12 months
12 months
In what conditions should the inspector leave the property when the service is completed: ____________
same conditions
When do you secure the property during the inspection process?
When you leave property
Do the SOPs address sewer line scope inspections?
No, but inspector must be competent to offer the service outside of the SOPSs
Any hydrostatic testing must be separately authorized by:
a. buyer in writing
b. seller in writing
seller in writing
Identifying bonding wires for gas piping systems is
a. not necessary to report
b. TREC requirement in reporting
TREC requirement in reporting
TREC notifies license holders of proposed ______________________ and adopted rule changes eight times each year through _______________?
the Inspector Insight
TREC’s electronic newsletter for real estate inspectors
Lastly, the amendment, 535.218, expanded the ability for an inspector to receive up to how many hours of CE credit per license period by attending any Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee meeting?
a. 2
b. 3
c. 4
4
The change in 535.222 reduced the amount of time an inspector has to deliver a report from 3 days to ______ days
2 days
Is an inspector required to notify a client before the inspection if the inspector routinely forgoes inspecting a particular component or system required by the SOPs, & the inspector has reason to believe that property includes that component or system?
Yes/No
Yes
An inspector’s website must display the license number of each inspector whose name appears on the website. License numbers must at least be on what?
A single prominent page like an “about us” page
What must inspector’s have beyond that of a person involved in ordinary commerce?
a. integrity
b. knowledge
c. sales pitch
integrity
The definition of client dictates that the duties owed to the client by the inspector are based on the person(s) who have an what in the property & is part of the real estate transaction?
a. integrity
b. interest
c. ignorance
interest
Is the inspector expected to always attempt to increase his or her knowledge regarding new developments in the inspection industry? Yes/No
Yes
What action is in the best interest of both the inspector & inspector’s clients?
a. Maintaining integrity
b. Maintaining independence
c. Maintaining illusiveness
Maintaining independence
The inspector’s responsibility at every inspection are: __________, __________ & ____________.
communication, custody & care
Prior to the inspection, the inspector should consider reviewing:
a. clients background
b. seller’s background
c. available property information
available property information
Should the inspector clearly communicate expectations & time length of the inspection prior to the start of the inspection? Yes/No
Yes
What should be acknowledged by the property owner to the inspector & the buyer?
a. deficiencies
b. why they are selling
c. surveillance equipment
surveillance equipment
What may an inspector share with others at the inspection, by warning applicable parties of any potential hazards?
a. risk assessment
b. deficiencies
c. buyer should not purchase
risk assessment
Who is allowed to attend an inspection?
only those mutually agreed upon access
Once the physical inspection is complete, what happens with the client often takes place?
a. payment
b. summary discussion
c. pack and leave
summary discussion
If any visitors or contractors attempt to access the property while the inspection is taking place, the inspector should obtain: ___________, ____________ & their ___________ with tag.
name
photograph
vehicle with tag
What type of inspection no longer requires a licensed plumber to perform?
a. sewer scope
b. well
c. wall outlets
sewer scope
What type of testing must be separately authorized by the seller in writing which addresses sewer pipe leaks?
hydrostatic testing
If it is necessary to remove a toilet to conduct hydrostatic testing, a __________ must perform the test.
licensed plumber
A _________________ qualified in _________ must evaluate CSST gas systems.
licensed plumber qualified in CSST
CSST stands for:
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing
Is it always useful for the client to be aware of the locations of accessible gas shut off valves, particularly the main gas valve on the exterior of the property? Yes/No
Yes
Should the inspector announce himself upon entering the property? Yes/No
Yes
It is important to document the ____ when you arrive and you depart & communicate that to the appropriate parties?
a. cost for services
b. additional deficiencies you test for
c. the time
the time
A __________ __________ __________ is helpful prior to departing the property.
departure procedure checklist
When should the inspector disclose to the client that they will not be inspecting smart home devices?
a. prior to inspection
b. during inspection
c. after the inspection
prior to inspection
If the inspector is only able to test a sprinkler system in manual mode, what must inspector do?
a. not test
b. note limitation in report
c. attempt to proceed with inspection
note limitation in report
What is necessary for the inspector to have to inspect smart home devices?
a. permission
b. passwords & codes for access
c. knowledge of smart devices
passwords & codes for access
