Tn Trec Authority

TREC Authority — Tennessee Real Estate Commission & License Law Understanding TREC's structure and authority is critical because the Tennessee-specific portion of your exam dedicates 10–14 questions directly to this material. Getting these right is one of the fastest ways to boost your score on the state section. --- ## What Is TREC and Why Does It Matter? The Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) is the state agency that creates, enforces, and oversees all real estate licensing activity in Tennessee. It derives its authority from two layers of law: | Layer | Source | What It Does | |---|---|---| | Statute | T.C.A. Title 62, Chapter 13 | Broad legislative authority; enacted by the General Assembly | | Rules | Chapter 1260 | Detailed administrative regulations; created by TREC itself | Think of the statute as the "big picture" law passed by legislators, and the rules as TREC's own rulebook for day-to-day enforcement. Both carry the force of law — exam questions may test whether something is governed by statute or rule, so know both exist. --- ## TREC Composition TREC is made up of 9 members, appointed by the Governor: - 7 licensed members — active real estate licensees representing the industry - 2 public members — non-licensees representing consumer interests Each member serves a 5-year term. This structure is designed to balance industry expertise with consumer protection — a theme you'll see running through all of TREC's powers. > 📝 Exam tip: The Governor appoints all 9 members. The number 9, the 7/2 split, and the 5-year term are all fair game for a direct question. --- ## TREC's Core Powers TREC has broad authority over the…