By Anita Clark Real estate agents play a crucial role in the relocation process. People turn to you for queries and advice, like picking a moving company to hire. Whether you are helping a frequent client or assisting new, first-time movers, the pitfalls below are easier to avoid if you know what to look for.… Continue Reading 4 Moving Scams Real Estate Agents Should Be Aware Of
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Here is the current "HOA" law...allows HOA complaints to SC Dept of Consumer Affairs: https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t27c030.php Here is a link to SCHCA on HOA: https://consumer.sc.gov/HOA-Ed SCR391 first section and SCR310 due diligence alongside SCR230 can help manage HOA issues risks. Risk management: always an attorney delivers true HOA and CCR documents. REALTORS® should not gather/deliver these… Continue Reading HOA Owners’ Association Issues
https://www.nar.realtor/events/breaking-down-the-changes-to-the-code NAR will be discussing the definition of public trust. All are welcome to attend and the session will be recorded for those who are unable to make it. Register for the session and view a recording of previous trainings at www.nar.realtor/changes-to-coe-training. Let us know if you have any questions and feel free to share… Continue Reading NAR COE Training March 9
https://www.nar.realtor/national-leadership/fair-housing-challenge-stand-up-for-racial-equity At Home With Diversity® The At Home With Diversity® (AHWD) certification course teaches REALTORS® how to work effectively with diverse populations so they can build business success in today’s multicultural real estate market. All volunteer leaders and committee members have the opportunity to complete the recently revamped At Home With Diversity® certification course on… Continue Reading NAR Offers Free At Home With Diversity Course
In very active markets where properties may see immediate multiple offers within minutes of the property being offered for sale, NAR is receiving reports of real estate licensees and listing agents taking high risks for fair housing violations, lawsuits, ethics complaints, and license law complaints. Think documented informed consent, clear cooperation policy, office exclusives, privacy,… Continue Reading NAR + Clear Cooperation Policy
By Alex Craig Being young in real estate can sometimes be a barrier or hurdle to getting clients—but it doesn’t have to be. You can overcome feeling “too young” or clients choosing another agent simply because they believe you’re “too young” to help them buy or sell a home. I was 25 when I got… Continue Reading How to Overcome the ‘Too Young’ Objection in Real Estate
If you have a buyer who wants to submit a love letter to a seller... If you have a seller who wants to review a love letter from a buyer... Use every method you have to stop this potential FAIR HOUSING violation. Nip this in the bud. NAR alert that love letters are high risk… Continue Reading FAIR HOUSING LOVE LETTERS – QUASH THEM, NIP IN THE BUD
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