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Since 2021, several associations and MLSs have been the victims of social engineering scams -- losing more than $1 million combined. Social engineering is a form of cybercrime that uses leverages human vulnerabities to trick unwary prey into paying money (such as a fake-but-believable invoice), or revealing credentials to access computer networks. (This can affect… Continue Reading Fight Con Artists: NAR Webinar

https://llr.sc.gov/re/FAQ_Renewal.aspx License Renewal Resource Important: Renewals open April 1st for licensees with a June 30, 2025 expiration date. Licensees with a June 30, 2024 expiration date are Lapsed and CANNOT practice. Lapsed licensees have 24 months to complete Reinstatement. *Find your license expiration date by using the LLR Licensee Lookup Tool. (Only enter your license… Continue Reading License Renewal JUNE 30 MONDAY. BICs Ensure Associates Renewed

https://www.counton2.com/news/local-news/charleston-based-company-agrees-to-pay-1-4-million-to-settle-claims-of-illegal-early-termination-fees-for-military-servicemembers/ This information is only accurate as of 6/26/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/26/25 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org) This information is not legal advice. This information is intended only to provide… Continue Reading Property Management: Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, Don’t Violate it.

NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide focused on Making Your Home More Energy Efficient. This guide helps homeowners understand how to reduce energy usage, make cost-effective upgrades, and improve the efficiency and appeal of their home whether they are planning to sell or stay. As a reminder, all guides in this series… Continue Reading New NAR Consumer Guide: Energy Efficiency in Homes

Congress moves to curb solicitations from mortgage lenders In a significant step toward stronger consumer protection, the Senate passed the bipartisan Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act, with the House passing a companion bill. The legislation seeks to restrict the widespread and often abusive practice of selling mortgage credit "trigger leads." If signed into law, the act… Continue Reading Congress Looking at Regulating Mortgage Brokers from Unsolicited Phone/Text/Email Lender Lead Marketing

https://llr.sc.gov/re/News/AI%20Use.pdf This information is only accurate as of 6/18/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/18/25 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org) This information is not legal advice. This information is intended only to provide… Continue Reading LLR SCREC: Use Ai? Double Check Your Robot’s Work ASAP!

https://llr.sc.gov/re/news.aspx This information is only accurate as of 6/18/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/18/25 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org) This information is not legal advice. This information is intended only to provide… Continue Reading LLR SCREC: Got a License? Must Read All These Here ASAP!

https://llr.sc.gov/re/News/Reminder%20of%20Advertising%20Restrictions.pdf This information is only accurate as of 6/18/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/18/25 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org) This information is not legal advice. This information is intended only to provide… Continue Reading LLR SCREC: Do You Post Online? Must read ASAP! Advertising, Social Media

https://llr.sc.gov/re/News/No%20Builder's%20Exemption%20in%20SC.pdf This information is only accurate as of 6/18/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/18/25 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org) This information is not legal advice. This information is intended only to provide… Continue Reading LLR SCREC: Work for a Builder? Must read ASAP