10. Scams - wire fraud, money laundering/mule, fake rental, fake listing 9. Lead Paint/Hazards 8. Independent Contractor Issues 7. Professionalism/Ethics/Arbitration/Mediation 6. BIC management issues 5. Agency issues 4. License law issues/advertising 3. Due Diligence questions 2. Forms questions 1. State law questions/issues Posted by: Byron King on 10/24/22 (This information is only accurate as of… Continue Reading Top Ten Hotlines August 2022
NAR reports ransomware hits brokerage. https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/drive/episode-10-what-to-do-if-your-business-faces-a-ransom-threat Wire fraud is still occurring. https://screaltors.org/wp-content/uploads/Forms/610.pdf The fake rental scam is still occurring. Set up Google Alerts for all your listings. Post sign at the listed property (not for rent). Periodically, patrol your listings. Contact the web provider where the fake rental appears for take down. Fake organized crime… Continue Reading Scary Scams
https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-settlements-rehab-addict-and-bargain-mansions-tv-shows-alleged-violations-lead Posted by: Byron King on 10/20/22 (This information is only accurate as of 10/20/22. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/20/22 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 EPA Settles with TV Show on Lead Renovations, Repairs, Painting (RRP)
https://www.scag.gov/media/xxmpzscr/02916180.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 10/20/22 (This information is only accurate as of 10/20/22. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/20/22 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 SC Attorney General on SCSHF&DA and Housing Credits
https://www.scag.gov/media/1fao01ey/02921998.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 10/20/22 (This information is only accurate as of 10/20/22. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/20/22 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 SC Attorney General on Governments Using Hospitality Tax to Buy Land
https://www.scag.gov/media/2rfdjfg1/03017577.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 10/20/22 (This information is only accurate as of 10/20/22. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/20/22 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 FOIA and Construction Plans
https://www.scag.gov/media/eh4am52z/03031855.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 10/20/22 (This information is only accurate as of 10/20/22. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/20/22 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 SC Attorney General on RESPA & Sweepstakes, Drawings, Raffles, Lotteries (risk)
https://www.scag.gov/media/dkahwlpm/03053806.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 10/20/22 (This information is only accurate as of 10/20/22. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/20/22 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 SC Attorney General on Business License Fees Based on Domicile
https://www.scag.gov/media/gvvdr4yc/03095019.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 10/20/22 (This information is only accurate as of 10/20/22. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/20/22 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 SC Attorney General on Earnest Money (BIC escrow agent)
https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/safety-resources/scams-and-safety/common-scams-and-crimes/money-mules#:~:text=A%20money%20mule%20is%20someone,human%20trafficking%20and%20drug%20trafficking. Posted by: Byron King on 10/18/22 (This information is only accurate as of 10/18/22. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/18/22 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 Cyber Security – FBI on Money Mule Scams