Meet Our Instructors:
Sherry Pullens
Brandy Maples Tharpe
Brandy Maples Tharpe
With over 35 years of experience as a real estate professional and businesswoman, Sherry has a wealth of knowledge to bring to the table. Apart from serving TREA, she also holds the position of Managing Broker/Co-Owner of a brokerage in Hattiesburg and Co-Owner of a brokerage on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Sherry is an active member of v
With over 35 years of experience as a real estate professional and businesswoman, Sherry has a wealth of knowledge to bring to the table. Apart from serving TREA, she also holds the position of Managing Broker/Co-Owner of a brokerage in Hattiesburg and Co-Owner of a brokerage on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Sherry is an active member of various committees at national, state, local levels, currently serving as the Vice President of The Hattiesburg Area Associations of REALTORS. TREA provides Sherry with an opportunity to combine her two passions: real estate and helping others. Moreover, it reinforces her commitment to her family, businesses, and the community.
Brandy Maples Tharpe
Brandy Maples Tharpe
Brandy Maples Tharpe
With over 10 years of experience in the real estate industry, Brandy brings a wealth of knowledge to TREA. She is the Managing Broker/Co-Owner of a brokerage on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and Co-Owner of a brokerage in Hattiesburg, which was awarded the Brokerage of the Year for Central USA in 2018, and the Office of the Year for the Stat
With over 10 years of experience in the real estate industry, Brandy brings a wealth of knowledge to TREA. She is the Managing Broker/Co-Owner of a brokerage on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and Co-Owner of a brokerage in Hattiesburg, which was awarded the Brokerage of the Year for Central USA in 2018, and the Office of the Year for the State in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. Brandy has a proven track record as a Multi-Million Dollar producer and is well-versed in all aspects of real estate, including Residential, Commercial, Land Sales, and new builds and flips. She is actively involved in various leadership roles and is dedicated to helping others succeed. With her extensive experience in finance and real estate, students can expect to gain valuable insights from her real-world expertise.
Gigi Barron
Brandy Maples Tharpe
Gigi Barron
Gigi has an impressive background of over 30 years in the field of education, having worked as a public school teacher, counselor, and college instructor. Her learner-centered approach is a valuable addition to the TREA program, and her leadership style is sure to inspire success in the program's students. Additionally, Gigi is a license
Gigi has an impressive background of over 30 years in the field of education, having worked as a public school teacher, counselor, and college instructor. Her learner-centered approach is a valuable addition to the TREA program, and her leadership style is sure to inspire success in the program's students. Additionally, Gigi is a licensed real estate agent herself, adding to her expertise in the industry.
The Real Estate Academy
Engaging Learning Practices
The Real Estate Academy believes that students' active involvement in their own learning is crucial for better retention of knowledge. To facilitate this, TREA emphasizes five essential elements for a conducive learning environment. First, the teacher acts as a guide. Second, hands-on activities should be readily available to students. Third, students must practice and apply what they learn. Fourth, the learning experience should be enjoyable for students. Lastly, the use of technology with real-life applications should be integrated into every lesson.
Sales Person's Pre-License Course
Broker's License Pre-License Course
Broker's License Pre-License Course
The 60 Hour Pre-Exam Salesperson’s License Course will prepare you for the Mississippi Real Estate License Exam.
Broker's License Pre-License Course
Broker's License Pre-License Course
Broker's License Pre-License Course
The 120 Hour Pre-Exam Broker's License Course will prepare you for the Mississippi Real Estate Broker's Exam.
Continuing Education
Broker's License Pre-License Course
Continuing Education
Each Salesperson or Broker must complete 16 Hours of approved course work.