SC Supreme Court and Multiple Offers
SC Supreme Court and Multiple Offers http://www.judicial.state.sc.us/opinions/HTMLFiles/SC/27344.pdf
No Raffles/Drawings
Real Estate Raffles/Lotteries Illegal in SC https://sos.sc.gov/online-filings/charities-pfrs-and-raffles
Avoid Distracted Walking (On Showings)
Careful Using Your Smartphone...Walking! Ohio State University researchers recently reported that in 2010, more than 1,500 people were treated in ERs for injuries caused by trying to use a cellphone and walk at the same time; the researchers also said that number had doubled since 2005. That PLOS study, published earlier this year, also showed… Continue Reading Avoid Distracted Walking (On Showings)
SC Vacation Rental Act
Vacation Rental Act (Summer's Coming) Buyers must honor certain vacation rentals post closing. http://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t27c050.php In most cases, 90 days after deed is recorded. Does not apply to rentals under SC landlord tenant act.
Hoarders
Virginia Classifies Hoarders as a Protected Class (Disability) http://www.dpor.virginia.gov/uploadedFiles/MainSite/Content/FairHousing/VFHO%20hoarding%20brochure_for%20housing%20providers.pdf Fire, sanitation, safety, vermin, and health concerns enable landlords and property managers to contact appropriate local law and code enforcement to enforce standards. Because hoarding is a sign of potential mental disorders, issues of concern can be reported to DSS.
April is Fair Housing Month
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Audio: Dealing with Cyberthreats
Steve Spano, president and chief operating officer of the Center for Internet Security, recently visited NAR’s Washington offices to discuss techniques real estate professionals can employ to stay safe online. Listen to his comments below. Powered by WPeMatico
Hot Home Trend: Bring on the Velvet
Photo Credit: Pulte Homes By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR® Magazine We’re seeing a revival of the 1960s love for velvet in home décor. Velvet has been making its way into more fashion and now it’s expected to make a bigger splash in home décor in 2018. This heavier fabric can add some luster to a… Continue Reading Hot Home Trend: Bring on the Velvet
St. Patrick’s Day: Looking at a Market Going Green
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the National Association of Realtors® is going green. Recent data has shown that Realtors® are seeing green properties and energy efficient homes becoming more popular with home buyers. According to the NAR Sustainability Survey, nearly half of Realtors® see consumer interest and demand for greener, more sustainable properties. Below are… Continue Reading St. Patrick’s Day: Looking at a Market Going Green
Raw Count of Home Sales (January 2018)
Existing-home sales declined 2.3 percent in January from one month prior while new home sales dropped 7.8 percent. These headline figures are seasonally adjusted figures and are reported in the news. However, for everyday practitioners, simple raw counts of home sales are often more meaningful than the seasonally adjusted figures. The raw count determines income… Continue Reading Raw Count of Home Sales (January 2018)