(e) Subsection (d) does not limit the purchaser's remedy against the seller for other false, misleading, or deceptive acts or practices actionable in a suit brought under Subchapter E, Chapter 17, Business & Commerce Code.Applicability Note [see section 3(c) of SB 198]:The changes in law made by § 5.069 apply only to transactions involving executory contracts for conveyance for which negotiations begin on or after September 1, 2001.

So even pursuing and completing does not put you in a position to go out and practice, which shouldn't be a conflict of interest.

I'm in the process of getting my real estate license in the state of Ohio and intend to practice part time while holding down a standard W2 job.  

Are there any real advantages to using a home warranty company over self insuring and practicing preventative maintenance?

This is a standard practice in the state of Virginia at least.

But recommending new people step up to the plate in a major league park with out so much as a warmup swing or practice round puts them at risk.

It is okay to save money, but be practical. 

Because you PAID for these leads, because they are calling YOU, I would be fully prepared for every lead. 1) Take a deep breath. 2) Practice with the script to yourself first. 3) Relax, everything will be just fine. 4) Get out of your head and sometimes just let the conversation flow. 

Disclaimer: While I’m an attorney licensed to practice in PA, I’m not your attorney.

I like to practice evaluating and watch certain transactions to get better at running numbers so all information helps .