South Carolina Tricks and Treats!

Knock Knock

Ding Dong

Trick or Treaters?

Or….

EPA is auditing brokerages.

Ensure you use SCR contract/lease with lead hazards information.

Ensure that you use SCR315 and SCR316 lead hazards documents properly.

Ensure you have proper RRP (remodeling/renovation) credentials if you are hiring or coordinating RRP credentialed workers for lead hazard work.

Use the SCR230 LLR SCREC SCRPCDS aka seller disclosure in your deals for risk management.

There are seller disclosure questions about buried things, flying bats, poisons, bugs, mold, fire, smoke, water, and Owners Associations!

https://screaltors.org/wp-content/uploads/Forms/230.pdf

LLR SCREC is auditing brokerages, get prepared!

Beware, scary Ai Robots!

Beware Crooks!

See the LLR Alerts on these below….


LLR Bulk License Verification

Alert2025 Changes to Real Estate Practice Act

AlertNo Builder’s Exemption in SC

AlertA.I. Use

AlertReminder of Advertising Restrictions

AlertVideo on Office Inspections & How to Be Prepared

AlertSC & GA Reciprocity Agreement Update

AlertFraud Awareness & Prevention Techniques

Disclosing stigmatized properties: What sellers need to know
NEW YORK - MARCH 31: Real estate photograph of a house located at 112 Ocean Avenue in the town of Amityville, New York March 31, 2005. The Amityville Horror house rich history and beauty are overshadowed by the story of George and Kathy Lutz, the previous residents of 112 Ocean Avenue, who claimed that shortly after moving into the house they fled in terror driven out by paranormal activity. The best selling novel and popular movie have marked the town as the site of the most famous haunted house in history, yet many are unaware that the true history of this house is much darker than "The Amityville Horror's" icy drafts and bleeding walls. Six members of the DeFeo family were murdered at 112 Ocean Avenue one year before the Lutz family moved in and their tragedy haunts the citizens of Amityville to this day. (Photo by Paul Hawthorne/Getty Images)
Amityville Horror house (Paul Hawthorne/Getty Images)

Selling a home with a spooky reputation can be challenging due to buyer perceptions, but it doesn’t always hurt value. Disclosure laws vary by state, with some requiring details of deaths or crimes on the property, while others leave it to the seller’s discretion. Sellers should be honest, focus on the home’s strengths, and work with knowledgeable agents to navigate sensitive topics.

Full Story: Kiplinger (10/28)
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Real Estate Trends
Avoid these ‘horrifying’ trends that can devalue a home

Check out REALTOR® Magazine’s annual list of the worst home trends of the year—the design choices that can haunt you and your clients.

Full Story: REALTOR® Magazine/Styled, Staged & Sold (10/20)
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This information is only accurate as of 10/29/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/29/25 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 general information and may not be relied upon as specific legal guidance. Legal counsel should always be consulted before acting in reliance on this information.