Topic: Common Text Message Scams When: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 • 10:30-11:15 a.m. The ding of an incoming text message can be hard to ignore. Scammers hope you won’t slow down and think over what’s in the message. Come learn about the most common text message scams and how to spot them! Presenter: Scott Cooke,… Continue Reading SCDCA Anti Scam Webinar: Text Message Scams (5/14/25 10:30-11:15 am)
As previewed last week, NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide focused on mortgage interest tax deductions. This guide explains how the deduction works, when it may be useful, and how NAR is working to preserve the tax benefits of homeownership. As a reminder, all guides in this series are available for download-in… Continue Reading NAR New Consumer Guide Mortgage Interest Deduction MiD
NAR posted the FAQs to the incoming new MLS rules designed to inform sellers of their marketing choices so sellers can decide among the new and old MLS listing options. https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts This information is only accurate as of 5/7/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 5/7/25 as laws and… Continue Reading NAR: New MLS Rules FAQs, Sellers Informed Decision Making Choices
The South Carolina state government regularly publishes a current version of the SC Residential Property Condition Disclosure Statement (SC RPCDS aka SCR230 aka the seller disclosure) in order to help protect sellers, buyers, and licensees in residential real estate transactions. There have been several court cases supporting the SC RPCDS purpose. One was published by… Continue Reading SC RPCDS aka SCR230 aka Seller Disclosure
The deadline to apply to join NAR's 2026 committees is coming up fast, and we're asking for your help to spread the word! Be sure to not only submit your applications to the 2026 Committee Application Portal, but also encourage your network to apply before May 15, 2025 at 11:59pm CDT. Know someone who would… Continue Reading 2026 NAR Committee Signup is due before Noon 5/15/25
https://www.nar.realtor/appraisal-valuation/supporting-your-value-webinar-series/supporting-your-value-learn-how-fannie-mae-and-freddie-mac-valuation-policies-impact-realtorsr This information is only accurate as of 5/5/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 5/5/25 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 NAR: Appraisers: FNMA Freddie Valuations
Wednesday Webinar The SC Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) offers free webinars every week! Topic: Plan and Respond: Home Repair and Emergency Scams When: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. Hurricane Preparedness Week is underway. Disasters can bring out shady contractors, fake insurance claims and government imposters. Join SCDCA as we discuss… Continue Reading SCDCA: Home Repair Scams
https://www.nar.realtor/videos/nar-president-discusses-new-mls-policy NAR requires the MLS systems to adopt the Multiple Listing Options for Sellers by September. CCP = 1 business day: residential listing into the MLS remains Office Exclusives can be marketed broker-to-broker via email which is a change to current public market MLS rules. Seller gives informed consent. Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings: In the… Continue Reading NAR President on New MLS Policies (CCP, and More)!
https://www.nar.realtor/about-nar/grants-and-funding/legal-action-program/antitrust-defense-fund-applicant-procedures-considerations This information is only accurate as of 5/5/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 5/5/25 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 NAR Antitrust Defense Fund
https://mrp.realtor/ This information is only accurate as of 5/1/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 5/1/25 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 NAR Military Relocation Professional Designation Information