Continuing Education Opportunities
Providing Continuing Education to Real Estate Agents in Ohio
Browse our catalog of available CE courses for your next office or brokerage meeting. Send an inquiry form for any classes you would like for us to provide. We provide all of our CE course Free to interested parties.
Top 10 Defects in New Home Construction
Discover what the most common defects are, in new homes and learn how to help your clients understand and navigate them.
CE Hours: 2
Navigating Common Home Inspection Finds
This course provides real estate agents with insights into frequently encountered issues during home inspections, the potential impacts of these findings on real estate transactions, and best practices for addressing these with buyers and sellers. Agents will leave with a clearer understanding of what to expect in inspection reports and how to guide clients through the decision-making process, enhancing their value and service quality in real estate transactions.
CE Hours: 1
Sewer Camera Inspections and Common Issues
This course is designed to help real estate agents understand sewer camera inspections, common issues discovered in sewer lines, and the significance of these findings in property transactions. Agents will learn how sewer inspections are conducted, recognize typical problems, and interpret the impact of these issues on a property’s value and potential buyer concerns. The course also covers how to communicate inspection results to clients and when further evaluation or repairs may be necessary.
CE Hours: 1
Electrical in Residential Home Inspections
This course focuses on the fundamentals of electrical inspections within residential properties. Designed for real estate agents, it covers common electrical issues, potential safety hazards, and the importance of understanding electrical systems in home sales. Agents will gain insights into interpreting electrical findings, advising clients, and understanding when to recommend further evaluation by specialists.
CE Hours: 1
Sewer Camera Inspections and Common Issues
This course is designed to help real estate agents understand sewer camera inspections, common issues discovered in sewer lines, and the significance of these findings in property transactions. Agents will learn how sewer inspections are conducted, recognize typical problems, and interpret the impact of these issues on a property’s value and potential buyer concerns. The course also covers how to communicate inspection results to clients and when further evaluation or repairs may be necessary.
CE Hours: 1
Radon Gas and Real Estate Transactions
This course is designed to inform real estate agents about radon gas, its health implications, testing, mitigation, and its role in real estate transactions. Agents will learn how to address client concerns regarding radon, interpret test results, and guide buyers and sellers through the process of radon testing and mitigation when necessary. The course emphasizes effective communication about radon issues to support informed decision-making for clients.
CE Hours: 1
The Ups and Downs of Roof Inspections
This course is designed to help real estate agents understand the basics of residential roof inspections, common roofing issues, and the potential impact on real estate transactions. Agents will learn how to interpret roof inspection reports, assess common findings, and communicate effectively with clients about roof-related concerns, costs, and next steps.
CE Hours: 1
Understanding Foundation & Structure Concerns
This course is designed to inform real estate agents about radon gas, its health implications, testing, mitigation, and its role in real estate transactions. Agents will learn how to address client concerns regarding radon, interpret test results, and guide buyers and sellers through the process of radon testing and mitigation when necessary. The course emphasizes effective communication about radon issues to support informed decision-making for clients.
CE Hours: 1
The Plumbing System & Common Defects
This course provides real estate agents with essential knowledge of residential plumbing systems, common defects, and inspection findings. Agents will learn to identify typical plumbing issues, understand their implications, and effectively communicate with clients about plumbing concerns, repair options, and negotiation strategies in real estate transactions.
CE Hours: 1
Defects Through The Decades
This two-hour course offers an in-depth exploration of common defects and challenges associated with homes from different eras. Real estate agents will learn about the unique construction methods, materials, and potential issues of each decade, enabling them to anticipate inspection findings and better inform clients. By understanding age-specific issues, agents will be able to communicate effectively with clients about maintenance expectations, repair needs, and renovation potential.
CE Hours: 2
Moisture Intrusion and Mold in Homes
This two-hour course provides real estate agents with a comprehensive understanding of moisture intrusion and mold issues in residential properties. Agents will learn to recognize common sources of moisture, identify potential mold issues, understand remediation processes, and effectively communicate with clients about health risks, maintenance, and transaction implications. By the end, agents will be equipped to support clients in making informed decisions when moisture or mold issues are present in a home.
CE Hours: 2
Commercial Property Inspections 101
This two-hour course provides real estate agents with a comprehensive understanding of commercial property inspections. Agents will learn about the importance of inspections, the inspection process, standards of practice, and how to effectively guide clients through the inspection phase of commercial property transactions. By the end, agents will be equipped to support clients in making informed decisions when dealing with commercial properties.
CE Hours: 2
Follow Me Home (Inspection)
This live, field-based course guides real estate agents through the full scope of a professional home inspection. Participants will walk through a residential home alongside certified inspectors, gaining a deep understanding of inspection procedures, limitations, report structures, defect identification, and how to help clients (both buyers and sellers) engage effectively with the process. Emphasis is placed on compliance with Ohio’s home inspection standards, managing client expectations, and enhancing agent-inspector collaboration.
CE Hours: 3
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does LiteHouse Inspect offer continuing education courses for real estate agents in Cincinnati and Dayton?
Yes. LiteHouse Inspect offers free continuing education courses for real estate agents in Cincinnati, Dayton, and surrounding Ohio communities. Courses are available for office and brokerage meetings and cover topics directly relevant to home inspection and real estate transactions.
2. How many CE hours do LiteHouse Inspect’s real estate courses offer in Ohio?
Course lengths vary. Most courses offer 1 CE hour each. The Top 10 Defects in New Home Construction course offers 2 CE hours. All courses are free to attending agents and can be booked directly through the LiteHouse Inspect website.
3. What topics do LiteHouse Inspect’s real estate CE courses cover?
Available courses include Top 10 Defects in New Home Construction, Navigating Common Home Inspection Finds, Sewer Camera Inspections and Common Issues, Electrical in Residential Home Inspections, Radon Gas and Real Estate Transactions, The Ups and Downs of Roof Inspections, Understanding Foundation and Structure Concerns, and The Plumbing System and Common Defects.
4. How do real estate agents in Cincinnati and Dayton book a LiteHouse Inspect CE course?
Agents can submit an inquiry through the CE course page on the LiteHouse Inspect website to request any of the available courses. Courses are brought to your office or brokerage at no charge.
5. Why should real estate agents in Cincinnati and Dayton take a home inspection CE course?
Understanding what inspectors find and how those findings affect transactions makes agents more effective for their clients. Agents who know what to expect in inspection reports can guide buyers and sellers more confidently and add real value during the due diligence process.
6. Are LiteHouse Inspect’s CE courses approved for Ohio real estate license renewal?
LiteHouse Inspect offers continuing education courses for real estate agents in Ohio. Contact LiteHouse Inspect directly or check with your brokerage to confirm whether specific courses qualify for your Ohio real estate license renewal requirements.
