The Tennessee Real Estate Commission convened its August meeting, addressing key matters including the approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, as well as conducting informal appearances for candidates seeking affiliate broker licenses.

The meeting commenced with a public disclaimer read by Executive Director Miss Baker, confirming that the meeting details had been posted on the Tennessee Real Estate website. Following the roll call, which confirmed a quorum, the commission proceeded with a prayer led by Commissioner Smith and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Commissioner Bagley.

The agenda was approved unanimously, with two candidates, A and C, noted as absent. The minutes from the June meeting were also approved without amendments.

The commission then moved to informal appearances, starting with candidate D, Joan Moorfield, who was accompanied by her principal broker, Tom Gongola. Moorfield, who has a felony conviction for possession of methamphetamine, expressed her desire to work in real estate and highlighted her educational pursuits, including a graduate degree from Liberty University and a certificate from Harvard Extension School. Gongola endorsed Moorfield, emphasizing her motivation and the comprehensive training she would receive at his firm.

After a brief discussion, the commission unanimously approved Moorfield's application, allowing her to proceed as an affiliate broker.

The meeting then shifted focus to candidate B, Janet Cisneros, who was represented by her principal broker, Monty Moore. Cisneros was present to address an escrow violation from California and had not yet taken the affiliate broker exam. The commission will continue its evaluation of her case in the upcoming discussions.

The meeting underscored the commission's commitment to thorough vetting of candidates while providing opportunities for individuals with past convictions to reintegrate into the professional community.