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https://www.agweb.com/news/policy/politics/usda-cracks-down-foreign-owned-farmland-elevate-american-agriculture-nationa https://www.fsa.usda.gov/resources/economic-policy-analysis/afida USDA Takes ‘Bold Action’ to Crack Down on Foreign-Owned Farmland, Targets China In what it calls a comprehensive action plan for agriculture security, USDA unveiled seven critical areas the Trump administration will address, and securing and protecting U.S. farmland from being owned by China topped that list. By Tyne Morgan Updated July 09,… Continue Reading USDA: Recent Action Foreign Owned USA Land: The Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1979/78

https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/law-and-ethics/court-landlords-have-constitutional-right-to-repayment This information is only accurate as of 7/8/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 7/8/25 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: Landlords Have a Right to be Paid

https://www.nar.realtor/videos/window-to-the-law/tips-to-avoid-liability-when-making-referrals If referring: Written confirmation that the providers are properly qualified, licensed, insured, etc. Provide multiple providers information. Properly disclose/agree on any money received with consumers. Buyer agreements drafted to help manage risks. This information is only accurate as of 7/8/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 7/8/25 as… Continue Reading NM: Use Reasonable Care When Referring Roofer Contractor

BICs Ensure All Your Licensees Have Renewed Active Licenses at LLR SCREC's license lookup page following last week's June 30 renewal deadline: https://verify.llronline.com/LicLookup/Rec/Rec.aspx?div=19 If any of your associated licensees have lapsed: 1. You can notify your licensee verbally and in writing (e.g., email, so you have a record) that they have lapsed and have _____… Continue Reading BICs Ensure All Your Licensees Have Renewed Active Licenses at LLR SCREC

https://www.nar.realtor/safety https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/drive/how-to-educate-clients-about-real-estate-scams https://www.nar.realtor/wire-fraud https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/law-and-ethics/scammers-are-plotting-to-sell-vacant-land-fraudulently https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/law-and-ethics/how-to-handle-scammers-squatters-and-trespassers https://www.nar.realtor/videos/window-to-the-law/cryptoscam-targets-real-estate-professionals https://www.nar.realtor/videos/window-to-the-law/avoiding-wire-fraud-in-transactions https://www.nar.realtor/videos/window-to-the-law/avoiding-vacant-land-scams Call your law enforcement, local FBI, and report to www.ic3.gov with details so the federal law enforcement (e.g,, FBI, Secret Service) can build cases and go after the criminals and other nations. This information is only accurate as of 7/1/25. You must contact SCR for updates and… Continue Reading REALTOR Safety, Forewarn, Procedures, Scams

Since 2021, several associations and MLSs have been the victims of social engineering scams -- losing more than $1 million combined. Social engineering is a form of cybercrime that uses leverages human vulnerabities to trick unwary prey into paying money (such as a fake-but-believable invoice), or revealing credentials to access computer networks. (This can affect… Continue Reading Fight Con Artists: NAR Webinar

https://llr.sc.gov/re/FAQ_Renewal.aspx License Renewal Resource Important: Renewals open April 1st for licensees with a June 30, 2025 expiration date. Licensees with a June 30, 2024 expiration date are Lapsed and CANNOT practice. Lapsed licensees have 24 months to complete Reinstatement. *Find your license expiration date by using the LLR Licensee Lookup Tool. (Only enter your license… Continue Reading License Renewal JUNE 30 MONDAY. BICs Ensure Associates Renewed

https://www.counton2.com/news/local-news/charleston-based-company-agrees-to-pay-1-4-million-to-settle-claims-of-illegal-early-termination-fees-for-military-servicemembers/ This information is only accurate as of 6/26/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/26/25 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 Property Management: Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, Don’t Violate it.

NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide focused on Making Your Home More Energy Efficient. This guide helps homeowners understand how to reduce energy usage, make cost-effective upgrades, and improve the efficiency and appeal of their home whether they are planning to sell or stay. As a reminder, all guides in this series… Continue Reading New NAR Consumer Guide: Energy Efficiency in Homes

Congress moves to curb solicitations from mortgage lenders In a significant step toward stronger consumer protection, the Senate passed the bipartisan Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act, with the House passing a companion bill. The legislation seeks to restrict the widespread and often abusive practice of selling mortgage credit "trigger leads." If signed into law, the act… Continue Reading Congress Looking at Regulating Mortgage Brokers from Unsolicited Phone/Text/Email Lender Lead Marketing