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From LLR SCREC for June 1, 2023 on the seller disclosure... https://llr.sc.gov/re/recpdf/Updated_Property_Disclosure_Form.pdf South Carolina Residential Property Condition Disclosure Statement (Effective 7/1/2022) (Revised 4/22) Updated South Carolina Residential Property Condition Disclosure Statement (Effective 6/1/2023) (Revised 2/23) Posted by: Byron King on 04/24/23 (This information is only accurate as of 04/24/23. You must contact SCR for updates… Continue Reading June 1, 2023; New LLR SCREC RPCDS (aka SCR230)

The SC Disclosure of Real Estate Brokerage Relationships Form SCR110 is from LLR SCREC per the General Assembly (SCDREBR aka SCR110). https://llr.sc.gov/re/recpdf/Doc170%20SC_Disclosure_of_Real_Estate_Brokerage_Relationships.pdf https://screaltors.org/wp-content/uploads/Forms/110.pdf Prior to the General Assembly creating the real estate transactional brokerage (aka non-agency) service relationship, this form was often referred to as the agency brochure or the agency disclosure brochure. The SC… Continue Reading SCR110 Disclosure of Real Estate Brokerage Relationships government form

Case #12-1: Absence of Name on Sign Prospect A observed a sign on a vacant lot reading: “For Sale — Call 330-5215.” Thinking he would be dealing with a For Sale by Owner, he called the number on the sign. He was surprised that the lot was exclusively listed by REALTOR® A, and the telephone… Continue Reading NAR Case Interpretation – No Name on Sign – Ethics Violation

Financing Appraisal Home Inspections Environmental Issues Title/Deed Issues Contract Contingencies Posted by: Byron King on 04/18/23 (This information is only accurate as of 04/18/23. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 04/18/23 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron… Continue Reading Some Reasons that Deals Fail To Close

https://www.inman.com/2023/04/17/bots-can-create-almost-any-image-heres-what-agents-should-know/ Posted by: Byron King on 04/18/23 (This information is only accurate as of 04/18/23. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 04/18/23 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 Inman on AI Photography, Headshots, Advertising, Risks

https://therealdeal.com/la/2023/04/17/la-city-council-moves-to-grant-amnesty-on-illegal-adus/?tpcc=elert-la&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=LA%20Daily%20%7C%2004.18.2023%20DW&utm_term=Los%20Angeles%20Daily Posted by: Byron King on 04/18/23 (This information is only accurate as of 04/18/23. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 04/18/23 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 LA CA ADU Amnesty, Affordable Housing

WARNING: Reports are that the crooks are harnessing AI to get snippets of the target's voice, perhaps by "stray calls" where you answer an unknown number and speak (e.g., "hello" or "hello is there anyone there?"). The AI is capable with a few voice snippets to perfect mimic your voice and call people you know… Continue Reading AI in Scams

https://www.nahb.org/blog/2023/04/nd-wotus?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=0417&utm_campaign=MMB2023 NAR legal is optimistic about a permanent nationwide injunction in the near future. Posted by: Byron King on 04/17/23 (This information is only accurate as of 04/17/23. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 04/17/23 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at… Continue Reading Waters of the US…WOTUS…FYI NAHB

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Buyers may want to hire an expert to determine and report (e.g., pre-offer, SCR310 due diligence): the type of windows the energy rating, insulation capability the condition - warranty, operations manual, invoice, damage, installation, age the storm resistance, impact windows the operability - fire escape, open, locks, security system, ventilation, leakage, view the window accessories… Continue Reading Windows! Impact Windows! Energy! Storms!