Some things change and others remain the same. The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) is seeking to make things better and easier for the real estate licensee. Take a look at some of the changes TREC made in 2007. (9 min. 18 sec.)

Wonder what 2008 home sales will look like? Dr. Jim Gaines, research economist at the Real Estate Center, gives the Texas Association of Realtors Convention in Galveston a look at the possibilities (25 min. 40 sec.).

Former U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Henry Cisneros speaks at a press conference during the 2007 Sunbelt Builders Show. He not only discusses Latino homebuyer preferences, families and neighborhoods, but he also covers home building trends in the emerging Latino market. (18 min. 7 sec.).

In part two of the grievance process, the Real Estate Center players answer questions about the grievance hearing. What issues will the hearing committee deal with? How will they deliberate? How is their ruling made known? (3 min., 2 sec.)

Part 1: How are grievances against licenses handled? Join the Real Estate Center Players as they explore the two-step grievance process. This part is from the eithics series produced for the Texas Association of Realtors in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission and looks at a Grievance Committee meeting. (5 min., 53 sec.)

Mortgage fraud is serious business. It is also against the law. Tom Morgan, Vice President of Legal Affairs for the Texas Association of Realtors tells us how TAR has been working with the State Legislature to deal with this issue. (4 min., 25 sec.)

Here's a peek into what the 100,000 builders saw at this year’s International Builders Show in Orlando, Florida. It’s a look at some of the newest home products available today plus a tour of the 2007 New American Home. (4 min., 35 sec.)

The Texas Real Estate Commission regulates more occupations than real estate licensees. Della Lindquist, TREC director of enforcement, explains who the other groups are. (4 min., 48 sec.)

Which way will home sales go in 2007? Will they rise, remain the same or fall? What could possibly put the brakes on Texas home sales? Dr. Mark Dotzour, chief economist for the Real Estate Center, has some thoughts on what will happen and why. (22 min. 50 sec.)

Why do Realtors have a Code of Ethics? Do we need the Texas Real Estate Commission? Go back in time to “the days of yesteryear” with the Real Estate Center players. This is part two of a series on ethics produced by the Real Estate Center for the Texas Association of Realtors in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission. (7 min., 48 sec.)

Dr. Jim Gaines, Real Estate Center research economist, discusses home sales trends for 2007. He covers not only what is likely to happen but why. Follow Dr. Gaines as he describes the process and information he uses to forecast the year’s home sales possibilities. (9 min., 35 sec.)

Do we know unethical behavior when we see it? We bring you the first in this multipart series produced by the Real Estate Center for the Texas Association of Realtors, in cooperation with the Texas Real Estate Commission. Ethical or not? You be the judge. (3 min., 23 sec.)

Tired of searching hours for the information you need from the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC)? Well, search no more. Paul Simpson, web developer for the commission shows how to use the TREC web page to its fullest. Learn how to one-stop-shop for all your TREC needs. (5 min. 11 sec.)

If you think the Texas Association of Realtors annual convention is one big party, you need to see this video. It shows the TAR staff hard at work and Realtors busy learning how to better serve their clients. (6 min., 25 sec.)

The Real Estate Center turned 35 in 2006. Director Gary Maler sat with the Center's first Advisory Committee Chairman Julio Laguarta in Port O'Connor, Texas to discuss the beginnings of the Real Estate Center 35 years ago. (6 min., 25 sec.)

Is the Economic Sky Falling? (13 min., 9 sec.)

Each year wildfire sweeps across thousands of acres of Texas. Tracy Weaver of the Texas Forest Service shows some things homeowners can do to protect their homes and property from the ravages of wildfire. (6 min., 38 sec.)

Meet Gary Maler. The new Director of the Real Estate Center. (4 min., 6 sec.)

Dr. Mark Dotzour uses his 'radar' to look at marginal tax rates. (7 min., 28 sec.)

Texas Association of Realtors Chairman of the Board, Dennis Patillo brings us up to date on property tax legislation. (4 min., 43 sec.)

Close-Ups takes a visit to the Texas Real Estate Commission's Call Center. (5 min., 22 sec.)

A video crew captures TAR's traveling educational road show in West Texas. (8 min., 11 sec.)

A video crew captures TAR's traveling educational road show in West Texas. (3 min.)

Dr. Roger Gold of the Entomology Department at Texas A&M University introduces a termite that could literally eat you out of house and home. (8 min., 55 sec.)

The real estate business climate outlook for the second half of 2006 with Dr. Mark Dotzour. (4 min., 54 sec.)

HAR and the Houston police department have developed a program to help real estate agents avoid becoming crime victims. (5 min., 45 sec.)

Tyler builders complete a home in world-record time, and it's all for charity. (4 min., 31 sec.)

There's no data to support the notion that Texas has a housing price bubble. Here's the explanation from Dr. Jim Gaines. (5 min., 8 sec.)

Investment strategies have migrated from stocks, bonds and hedge funds to real estate. The Center's chief economist, Dr. Mark Dotzour, looks at the voracious investment appetite for Texas land. (4 min., 18 sec.)

Are foreclosures an indicator of a coming housing bubble burst? By Dr. Jim Gaines. (5 min., 57 sec.)

Mineral lease buyers are now seeking out sellers via direct mail. But Center legal expert Judon Fambrough has some cautionary words for would-be sellers. (5 min., 11 sec.)

Oak trees across the state are falling victim to this deadly disease. Now is the time to do something about it, and Dr. David Appel of Texas A&M University explains what Texans can do about this spreading problem. (7 min., 56 sec.)

An Austin real estate agent makes a difference in a minority neighborhood. (5 min., 23 sec.)

What is the outlook for lower Texas insurance rates? (3 min., 49 sec.)

Builders, agents, and others need a basic understanding of Texas water issues so they can help clients understand the value of water-saving measures. (5 min., 52 sec.)

Are media reports on mold overblown? An expert says be careful, but don't panic. (3 min., 52 sec.)

An explanation of how mold grows and where it is found. (4 min., 15 sec.)

Water damage usually means mold is likely. A moisture meter is a useful tool for real estate agents and homebuyers alike. (4 min., 49 sec.)

Mold is an age-old problem, but there are new ways of tackling it. Mold is making a comeback thanks to modern air-conditioning systems. Controversy swirls over whether mold contributes or causes health problems. (4 min., 9 sec.)