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How Big is the House; Understanding Square Footage

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When marketing a house, the consumers and license holders want to provide the best information possible. There are several methods to calculate square footage. If there is a guest house, how is that accounted for? This course will explore three methods for calculating size of improvements. Recently, Fannie Mae has stated that real property appraisers should use ANSI standards which causes additional confusion. This course will identify the differences between each of the methods and how this may affect marketing a property. Consumers and license holders need to understand each position. This course will provide explanations and possible solutions for dealing with this confusion.

Location
Location
ABoR On-Air

ABoR On-Air Classroom

Details
Date
Thu Nov 12, 2026
Course Number
TREC #48818
Provider
#1 Texas REALTORS® (CE)
Availability & Pricing
Available Tickets
80
Member/Subscriber Price
$26.00
Non-Member Price
$34.00
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Instructors
Instructor
Candace Cooke

Candy Cooke is a passionate educator with a wealth of experience as a broker and appraiser with over thirty-five years in the real estate industry. Her transition to the field of education is driven by a deep desire to give back to the real estate industry. She brings a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a robust educational background to her role.

Candy's academic journey includes graduating from the graduate program at REALTOR® Univeristy with majors in Residential Real Estate Sales, Marketing, and Management and Real Estate Appraisal and Valuation Services. This comprehensive education equips her with a solid foundation in critical aspects of the real estate profession.

Candy also holds the esteemed position of Senior Instructor at the Texas Association of REALTORS®, where her exceptional teaching abilities shine. Candy's commitment to education has garnered recognition, including the 2012 Educator of the Year award from the state association and the prestigious title of Distinguished Educator of the Year by the Real Estate Business Institute. 

Currently, Candy Cooke holds the esteemed position of Past President at the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI), reflecting her commitment to advancing the industry through leadership and education. She makes significant contributions across Texas in the real estate and appraisal sectors. Her unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and accessibility ensures that individuals have the necessary tools and knowledge to thrive in these industries.