There is no RCW 42.56.070(9), but it seems to mean 42.56.070(8), which reads:"This chapter shall not be construed as giving authority to any agency, the office of the secretary of the senate, or the office of the chief clerk of the house of representatives to give, sell or provide access to lists of individuals requested for commercial purposes, and agencies, the office of the secretary of the senate, and the office of the chief clerk of the house of representatives shall not do so unless specifically authorized or directed by law" (it goes on to make exceptions for professional licensees).It seems to me this law would apply just as much to going to the county clerk's office and asking for the same information there, which is widely recommended.

I’m about to get my real estate licensee and I wanted to charge people on a retainer.

Typically for new licensees, the split is 50/50.

Shouldn't there be stricter regulations on real estate licensees to protect the same "unsophisticated" buyer(s)?

Shouldn't TREC be more worried that their licensees are providing false valuations to people?  

I suggest you ask your broker for the specific disclosure if you have a license.You said instructor, so I assume you're not past the exam yet, you aren't a licensee and you have no disclosure requirement, yet.

The TREC contract form (unlike the TAR form) is a public document and can be used by anyone, not just licensee's. 

I think your question is about a Realtor or licensee doing a wholesale deal.

As a local rehabber / developer, and a former wholesale "pro", AND as a licensee, happy to help in any way I can.  

Can you please point us in the direction of the statute which says a licensee or an attorney can negotiate a short sale?