Tristar Academy, Inc Reviews 450

TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 28 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional knowledge, professionalism, and engaging teaching styles, which make learning enjoyable and effective. The user experience is frequently highlighted as excellent, with many people appreciating the clear, easy-to-understand course materials and the smooth navigation through the platform. Reviewers also appreciate how instructors keep classes interactive and provide real-life examples, ensuring that participants remain engaged and gain valuable insights. The efficiency of the course completion process is also a significant positive, with many noting the ability to finish courses quickly and conveniently.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ms. Harley gives great examples of real life experiences involving the subject matter. The class on MD Ethics and Knowing Your Disclosures were well taught. Ms. Harley has the knowledge and experience... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently took the complete 15 HR MD CE Bundle course & the experience is one of the best I've had with training in the 12 years that I've been a real estate agent! Ruby Harley is an incredible inst... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love the instructor of Tristar Academy! They are not just teachers but also practitioners. I make it a point to take as many zoom classes as possible so that I can learn not just the law but also ex... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

For starters, I would like to thank TriStar Academy for offering this ideal, convenient and well-priced 15-HR MD CE BUNDLE at $149!! I was so relieved to see that there was one more scheduled class f... See more


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  1. Career and Education Provider

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Tristar Academy has been approved as a trusted educator in Maryland and DC real estate classes; ranging from prelicensing, state exam prep, continuing education and professional skills development. All of our instructors are active real estate agent brokers and are fully equipped to deliver the best of the best. We are doing classes online via Zoom with a live instructor. We here at Tristar Academy, find it very important to make sure our soon-to-be agents and seasoned agents have all the tools they need on-hands and even off hands to be successful.


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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brokerage Relationships and Disclosures (Cindy

I attended the Brokerage Relationships and Disclosures training on Zoom with Cindy, (4/15/26 - 6pm -9pm), and while it can be difficult to sit and listen for three hours, Cindy made the class engaging and interactive. She provided a lot of valuable information and encouraged open conversation, which made the experience much more enjoyable. I would definitely take another class with her and look forward to my next experience.

14 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Trainer/Teacher

Today I attended my contusing education class taught by Mrs. Harley, and overall, it was a very worthwhile experience. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly experienced in the real estate field. She did a great job breaking down complex topics into understandable concepts and kept the class moving at a good pace without feeling rushed.

I especially appreciated how the instructor incorporated real-world examples and practical scenarios, which made the material much more relatable and easier to retain. She also encouraged participation and questions, creating an interactive environment that kept me engaged throughout the day.

The course content was thorough and up to date, covering key topics such as "The Language of Advertising", and coveying the differences between MREC, NAR, COMAR and COE. Even though it was a long session, Mrs. Harley managed the time well and included appropriate breaks, which helped maintain focus and energy.

Overall, I feel more confident in my knowledge after taking this class, and I would definitely recommend Mrs. Harley to other real estate professionals looking to complete their continuing education requirements.

28 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

15HR CE BUNDLE

Instructor Harley is absolutely AMAZING!! Somehow she made a 15HR CE mash up more than informative but interesting. Would definitely sit in any course she was teaching. Great class!!

28 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Instructor was phenomenal

The Instructor was phenomenal! She did a great job of covering the information in a way that we all gleaned so much information that reinforced what we all ready knew, plus new information that we need to know.

28 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tristar 15 Hr CE is a must!

Mrs. Harley is an excellent teacher. She will keep your attention and have you engaged for 15 hours!!! She is not only knowledgeable, but she also makes sure it is practical for you.

28 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MD 15Hr CE Class w/Mrs. Harley

Mrs. Harley is a very professional instructor that is extremely knowledgeable of the MD RE laws. She provided great examples to help better explain the laws. She continuously asked for feedback and/or asked if additional clarification was needed. Mrs. Harley did not move forward until we were clear on the topic. She also stressed the importance of making sure items are documented (get it in writing), and so much more. I would highly recommend Mrs. Harley as an instructor for any topic.

28 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This experience was so full and informative…

My name is Lola Thompson and This experience was so full and rich. Mrs. Harley is a wealth of information. I heard important information that I'd heard many times before but with complete clarity in this training. After having my license for 3 decades... I have never had a CE class that both renewed my excitement about being a licensed agent and reinforced my confidence in carrying that title. Ms. Harley was absolutely AMAZING! I would renew with her every time!

28 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mrs Harley aka ROCKSTAR

Mrs. Harley rocks as an instructor. I sat through the Complete 1 Day Maryland CE Bundle 7am-11pm. She made 16 hrs go by fast. Mrs. Harley is very informative and keeps the class engaged throughout the whole day.

28 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent platform for busy…

Excellent platform for busy professionals requiring renewal of credits for their real estate license.

I appreciate this platform for attaining the 15 hours of continuing education units every two years. My instructors (Mrs. Harley and Sarah) were professional, lively, and engaging, and kept the course moving at a great pace.

I was able to sign up for courses and complete them in only one week's time, taking no more than one course (1.5 to 3 hr.) on any given day. I especially liked that there were no tests to complete. Tristar Academy also uploads your credits within 24 hours.

Many thanks,

Sue H. (Maryland)

18 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ms Harley

Ms. Harley gives great examples of real life experiences involving the subject matter. The class on MD Ethics and Knowing Your Disclosures were well taught. Ms. Harley has the knowledge and experience to engage the students and keeping them thinking.

16 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Instructor Mrs. Harley

Instructor Mrs. Harley had an incredible depth of knowledge. She gave clear explanations and real-life examples. Her energy kept the class engaged.

2 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Classes are engaging

Classes are engaging, highlighting what you need to know and do (fiduciary responsibility etc), molding you to a better agent for both sides of the transaction and to fellow agent relationships I especially enjoyed being a part of Mrs Harley classes Nov 12th-19th 2025

11 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Consider TriStar Academy's MD CE 15-HR Bundle

For starters, I would like to thank TriStar Academy for offering this ideal, convenient and well-priced 15-HR MD CE BUNDLE at $149!! I was so relieved to see that there was one more scheduled class for the year so I could complete all of my required MD CE courses at once in time for renewing my license in January. Next, I would like to commend Ms. Ruby Harley and Bon Pettis for teaching all the awesome classes! They were both very professional, knowledgeable and full of energy! Ms. Harley made it a point to get our class fully engaged from start to finish. She wasn't letting anyone fall asleep or get bored in her class. I really appreciated her keeping the class moving and on point! I highly recommend TriStar Academy as your choice for anyone looking to take any CE courses and I definitely recommend Ms. Harley and Mr. Pettis as your instructors! Thanks a Million TSA! This course saved me a lot of valuable time as well!
T. Newman

19 October 2025
Unprompted review

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