Why take this course?

With existing housing inventory so low, your clients may opt to build their new home.  This course will prepare you to represent a new construction buyers.  Residential Construction is one of eight courses developed by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission to fulfill the 6 credit elective requirement to qualify for a Broker’s license. This 30-hour course also provides continuing education credits.

In this course, students will learn about:

• Construction Terminology
• Architecture and Design
• Building Components and Materials
• Mechanical Systems
• Structural Defects
• The Construction Process
• Construction Laws
• Subdividing and Development
• Site Preparation
• Estimating Costs and Bidding Contracts
• History and Trends in Housing
• Financing and Marketing New Construction