10. Earnest money Tie #9 = Property managements & state law 8. MLS 7. Disclosure 6. Compensation 5. Due diligence 4. Ethics/Professionalism 3. Advertising 2. License law, Other 1. Forms In response to your message/email/inquiry/conversation and solely based on the facts as presented to me, I can provide this advice (subject to change with information).… Continue Reading October 2023 Top Ten Hotlines
BY CARA AMEER November 13, 2023 The Sitzer | Burnett verdict is in. At the same time, other lawsuits are being filed. While the industry has been upended into chaos and the ultimate outcome is unknown, now more than ever, the spotlight is on buyer agency. Trying to articulate all that we do is never a finite… Continue Reading 18 ways to show buyers you’re worth every commission dollar
BY CARA AMEER November 15, 2023 The times, they are changing, and no matter what the outcome of various litigation is, it’s time we as an industry move toward solidifying our buyer relationships in writing. We prepare endlessly for listing appointments, teeing ourselves up to the seller with our track record, professional biography and accomplishments, client testimonials, marketing savvy,… Continue Reading 9 ways to get a buyer to sign a buyer agreement
https://cdn.nar.realtor//sites//default/files/nar_rsp_56_tips_english_8.5x11_v3.pdf?_gl=1*tz5zd1*_gcl_au*MTgwNzkwMjI0MC4xNjg2NTgyNjYy Posted by: Byron King on 08/29/23 (This information is only accurate as of 08/29/23. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 08/29/23 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 NAR Safety Brochure of Safety Tips
Good time to review Safety Procedures! SCR legal team is available for safety training via Zoom or travel to your board or brokerage. Local law enforcement often will provide safety training. Your mobile phone is a vital part of your safety procedures, from Forewarn app to being charged and calling 911, law enforcement says that… Continue Reading September is Safety Month
https://www.nar.realtor/about-nar/policies/professional-standards-and-code-of-ethics/educational-resources Posted by: Byron King on 08/29/23 (This information is only accurate as of 08/29/23. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 08/29/23 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 NAR Professional Standard Education Materials
https://www.sccourts.org/opinions/HTMLFiles/COA/6017.pdf 6017 - Noel Owens v. Mountain Air Heating & Cooling Noel Owens appeals the circuit court's ordering granting summary judgment to Demetra Caldera and South Market Real Estate. On appeal, Owens argues the grant of summary judgment was improper because (1) the release signed on April 3, 2015, could not have released a claim… Continue Reading SC Ct of Appeals on HVAC Issues Post Closing
https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/drive/are-real-estate-brokers-responsible-for-agent-safety?utm_term=A535F674-1FE5-4DE7-86BF-2B71C40DD9BA&utm_campaign=3BFA9068-DFBC-477B-BC94-C168B9A999F1&nwsltr=navnar&utm_content=8F9B343B-68DF-43CF-8659-2C49D43CC0C0 Deterrence, Information (e.g., FOREWARN), Information, Vehicle/Individual Information/Video/Photos/Devices/Equipment/Training, Check Out/In, Defense, Escape, Evasion Buy Time for Law Enforcement/Rescue, Avoid, Bring Colleague, Be Risk Aware, Be Smart, Preparation, Be Ready, Be Suspicious, Explain and Educate Safety Issues to Consumers, Be Aware of Red Flags, Regularly Review Safety Issues, Not One Solution, Use Many Solutions, Safety Can… Continue Reading NAR on Safety for Agents Who Often Operate Mobile Instead of Typically Operating From the Brokerage Office
Issue Number: IR-2023-54 Inside This Issue
Currently, a convicted criminal is not a stated fair housing protected class. However, some fair housing advocates sometimes argue that criminal convictions do have a negative fair housing disparate impact on certain sex, race, color, and/or national origin rental applicants based on statistics from the criminal justice system. Due to these fair housing considerations regarding… Continue Reading Rental Application, If Ask About Criminal Convictions, Consider Follow Up Questions, Fair Housing