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https://realtors.zoom.us/rec/play/9XrXJWRGAPu_I28DgdR1pe5RaMLxT63FtzDxPMi3f3BcHU7wwcXMHnRcd8uc_BaOzcb7A5eja1ReQ-X7.ri-Sy5bATnBXB3py?eagerLoadZvaPages=sidemenu.billing.plan_management&accessLevel=meeting&canPlayFromShare=true&from=share_recording_detail&continueMode=true&componentName=rec-play&originRequestUrl=https%3A%2F%2Frealtors.zoom.us%2Frec%2Fshare%2F-VVnp88TAAPtptjUwlSnkKr2Zj435S7t6k9zGM0tXik3_uZ840UccOd1MQNKJjsx.nVh_VfgyEb7kTyk3 The August 2025 Broker Power Hour webinar featured discussions on key industry topics including tax legislation, professional liability insurance, and self-directed retirement investment options. NAR leadership provided updates on their advocacy efforts in Washington D.C., including successful outcomes from the recent tax bill and ongoing initiatives to support real estate professionals. The session concluded… Continue Reading NAR Broker Power Hour Webinar August 2025

§ 745.115 Agent responsibilities. (a) Each agent shall ensure compliance with all requirements of this subpart. To ensure compliance, the agent shall: (1) Inform the seller or lessor of his/her obligations under §§ 745.107, 745.110, and 745.113. (2) Ensure that the seller or lessor has performed all activities required under §§ 745.107, 745.110, and 745.113,… Continue Reading EPA lead hazards CFR

https://www.ncrealtors.org/question/preventing-seller-impersonation-fraud-in-residential-and-commercial-transactions/ This information is only accurate as of 8/20/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 8/20/25 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 NC Fake Seller Scam Article

1. Forms 2. State Laws 3. Advertising 4. Other 5. License Laws 6. Due Diligence 7. Professionalism, Ethics, Arbitration, Mediation, Professional Standards 8. Agency 9. Disclosure 10. Compensation 11. Earnest Money 12. MLS 13. Clear Cooperation Policy MLS 14. Multiple offers, escalation clauses, elevator clauses 15. BIC office management 16. Appraisal (see August Legal Podcast… Continue Reading Top Ten Legal Hotlines July 2025

https://www.nar.realtor/appraisal-valuation/supporting-your-value-webinar-series This information is only accurate as of 8/18/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 8/18/25 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 NAR: Appraisal Webinars, Next August 26th

https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/appraisals-will-look-very-different-in-the-near-future-are-you-ready This information is only accurate as of 8/18/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 8/18/25 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 NAR: Uniform Appraisal Dataset UAD 3.6 Coming Soon, How to Help Appraisers

Ethics/Arbitration Complaint Packages Sent to Callers/Complainants: 2024: 181 2023: 189 2022: 165 2021: 162 2020: 99 Ethics/Arbitration Complaint Packages Returned to SCR from Callers/Complainants: 2024: 59 2023: 56 2022: 54. 2021: 34. 2020: 33.* Ethics/Arbitration Complaint Packages sent to Hearings by SCR Grievance Committee: 2024: 35 2023: 43 2022: 43 2021: 24 2020: 19.** Ethics/Arbitration… Continue Reading 2020-2024 SCR Statewide Professional Standards Caseload Cases Statistics

Selling a home with a pool? What your buyers need to know Pools are a sought-after home feature—generating a hefty premium for sellers, according to recent research—but they come with added homeownership responsibilities and costs. Here's a primer for buyers about condition issues to watch for, maintenance and expected resale return. Full Story: REALTOR® Magazine/Styled,… Continue Reading NAR: Swimming Pools

Help buyers stay calm after the home inspection When home buyers get cold feet before closing, it's often the result of something in the home inspection report. But no home is perfect, not even new construction, says Matt Cook, director of business development at HomeTeam Inspection Services. "A home is a used product," he says.… Continue Reading NAR: Some Best Practices to Manage with Buyers and Home Inspections.

NAR prevails again with Muhammad dismissal A U.S. district judge ruled in favor of the National Association of REALTORS® in a case involving MLS access, concluding a Pennsylvania real estate practitioner did not prove the national, state and local associations engaged in antitrust violations and discrimination. It's NAR's third courtroom win in less than three… Continue Reading NAR: NAR Court Win!