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SC Sup Ct: Tax Sa

2024-09-11T15:13:09-05:00September 11th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

28234 - Alvetta L. Massenberg v. Clarendon County Treasurer Alvetta Massenberg appeals the master-in-equity's refusal to set aside a delinquent tax sale of her real property. She argues the sale was invalid because the statutory notice was not posted in a "conspicuous" place as required by subsection 12-51-40(c) of the South Carolina Code (Supp. 2023). [...]

911: REALTORS and Federal Government vs Terrorists (FINCEN)(Anti Money Laundering Using Real Estate)

2024-09-11T10:16:56-05:00September 11th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

NAR recently updated the below link with this NAR Window to the Law Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BYU1Kaltaw NAR collection of Anti Money Laundering FINCEN Information for REALTORS®: https://www.nar.realtor/videos/window-to-the-law/updates-to-anti-money-laundering-rules This information is only accurate as of 09/11/24. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 09/11/24 as laws and regulations may change over time. [...]

911: NAR on FinCen, Anti Money Laundering, Anti Terrorism Funding Through Real Estate

2024-09-11T09:51:58-05:00September 11th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

In February 2024, NAR submitted a formal comment in response to FinCEN's proposed anti-money laundering rule on this issue. The final rule requires certain real estate professionals to report information for non-financed residential real estate transactions, and transfers of real estate to trusts or legal entities.7 days ago FinCEN Issues New Anti-Money Laundering Rule for [...]

Benefits of REALTOR Membership for Appraisers

2024-09-09T12:07:12-05:00September 9th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

https://www.nar.realtor/appraisal-valuation https://www.nar.realtor/appraisal-valuation/benefits-of-joining-nar-for-appraisers This information is only accurate as of 09/09/24. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 09/09/24 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 [...]

September is Safety Month

2024-09-09T11:20:57-05:00September 9th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

  Kick off REALTOR® Safety Month with this basic safety course webinar This course, brought to you by SCR in partnership with LLR, is designed to provide a broad overview of the risks and safety consciousness required to be a Real Estate Agent. It draws on the most recent data from the National Association of [...]

Clemson Extension Service, CL100, Moisture Levels, Remedies, Wood Infestation Report

2024-09-06T09:51:07-05:00September 6th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

https://casetext.com/regulation/south-carolina-code-of-regulations/chapter-27-clemson-university/article-17-south-carolina-pesticide-control/section-27-1085-standards-for-prevention-or-control-of-wood-destroying-organisms J. Moisture Control.(1) Excessive moisture conditions are present any time wood moisture content readings reach or exceed 20% or standing water is present in the crawlspace or around the foundation. Wood-decay fungi become active, and decay damage occurs, at wood moisture-content levels of 28% and above. Reports of excessive moisture conditions and active decay [...]

NAR: Navigating the Practice Changes

2024-09-05T10:20:20-05:00September 5th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

https://www.nar.realtor/videos/navigating-the-practice-changes-webinar This information is only accurate as of 09/05/24. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 09/05/24 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 [...]

NAR Updating their ABR Course in Early September

2024-09-04T15:55:26-05:00September 4th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

Thank you again for enrolling in the ABR® course and your dedication to advancing your skills during this pivotal time in our industry. We’re writing to inform you of an important update regarding your ABR® course. As of August, the course and materials have been thoroughly updated to reflect the real estate industry's imperatives and [...]

NAR Buyer Agreements 101

2024-09-04T12:50:37-05:00September 4th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

NAR Buyer Agreements 101 https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts/written-buyer-agreements-101 This information is only accurate as of 09/04/24. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 09/04/24 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 [...]

NAR Information: 27 States with Buyer Agency Agreements (August 2024)

2024-09-04T12:43:31-05:00September 4th, 2024|Legal FAQs|

NAR information: NAR has long promoted written buyer agreements because they benefit consumers by clearly and transparently outlining the services a real estate professional will provide and how they are compensated. Currently, 27 states have enacted laws on written buyer agreements, with a significant number of these states passing legislation related to buyer agreements in [...]

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