https://llr.sc.gov/re/RECPDF/Doc%205437%20Chapter%20105.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 6/10/26 (This information is only accurate as of 6/10/26. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/10/26, 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… Continue Reading LLR SCREC (5/22/26) Regulations Update
NAR Right by You advertising: https://www.nar.realtor/right-by-you These ads show REALTORS® getting deals closed for their happy-to-close consumers in residential and commercial deals. Interestingly, the legal and risk management lessons in the ads are clearly demonstrated. REALTORS® are licensed and experienced in marketing and negotiating deals. REALTORS® refer consumers to hire and utilize expert professionals for… Continue Reading NAR Right By You ads
HUD's recent policy change on emotional support animals. Washington Report: https://www.nar.realtor/washington-report/hud-issues-new-emotional-support-animal-guidance The NAR fair housing team also recently issued an FAQ on steering, crime, and schools here: https://www.nar.realtor/fair-housing/faqs-on-steering-crime-and-schools Posted by: Byron King on 6/10/26 (This information is only accurate as of 6/10/26. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/10/26,… Continue Reading Fair Housing News: ESA’s emotional support animals, steering, code words, crime, school
#1 State laws Other Forms Advertising Professionalism, Ethics Agency Compensation Property Management Disclosure #10. Earnest Money #11 and Following: Fair Housing Federal Laws License Laws Appraisal Arbitration Due Diligence MLS Multiple Offers - Escalator Posted by: Byron King on 6/01/26 (This information is only accurate as of 6/01/26. You must contact SCR for updates and… Continue Reading Top Ten Legal Hotlines January 2026
#1 Other Forms Advertising State Laws Professionalism, Ethics Office Management Disclosure Earnest Money Arbitration #10. Multiple Offers - Escalator #11 and following: Agency Due Diligence License Laws MLS Issues Property Management Fair Housing Repair Procedure Compensation Posted by: Byron King on 6/01/26 (This information is only accurate as of 6/01/26. You must contact SCR for… Continue Reading Top Ten Legal Hotlines February 2026
#1. Forms Other Advertising Agency State Laws Disclosure Professionalism, Ethics Due Diligence Office Management #10.Earnest Money #11 and following: Compensation License Laws MLS Issues Property Management Clear Cooperation Policy MLS Appraisal Federal Laws Settlement Posted by: Byron King on 6/01/26 (This information is only accurate as of 6/01/26. You must contact SCR for updates and… Continue Reading Top Ten Hotlines March 2026
#1. Other Forms Advertising Compensation Disclosure Office Management State Law Appraisal Due Diligence #10. Multiple Offers - Escalator #11 and following Property Management License Laws Repair Procedures Settlement Earnest Money Fair Housing Federal Laws MLS Issues Professionalism Posted by: Byron King on 6/01/26 (This information is only accurate as of 6/01/26. You must contact SCR… Continue Reading Top Ten Legal Hotlines April 2026
Realize that taking a listing associated with a couple divorcing can be extra work and extra risk management. Be careful to remain neutral and communicate in writing equally with both spouses. Document everything. Get their attorneys involved when needed. Sometimes, court orders may be required. Be careful not to take sides or try to solve… Continue Reading Divorce Deals – Stay neutral, communicate equally/simultaneously, Be structure, Use the attorneys
https://www.nar.realtor/commercial Posted by: Byron King on 5/27/26 (This information is only accurate as of 5/27/26. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 5/27/26, 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… Continue Reading NAR: Commercial Resources
https://llr.sc.gov/re/ Posted by: Byron King on 5/27/26 (This information is only accurate as of 5/27/26. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 5/27/26, 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… Continue Reading LLR SCREC guidance documents