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Top Ten Ways to Get Sued, Face Ethics and/or LLR, Upset People

2021-07-06T11:23:44-05:00July 6th, 2021|Legal FAQs|

10. Talk to Other People's Clients (aka Interfering in their agency agreement and agency relationship) without their permission. 9. Video/Photograph a property without the owner's permission. 8. Soliciting Leads using Text and/or Phone Improperly. 7. Misrepresenting when a property is available for showing. 6. Steering (fair housing): Avoid issues by your Buyers directing/steering you about… Continue Reading Top Ten Ways to Get Sued, Face Ethics and/or LLR, Upset People

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4 Tips to Strengthen Relationships With Other Agents

2021-07-03T03:05:10-05:00July 3rd, 2021|NAR|

By Erica Christoffer Developing trusting relationships with other agents can be good for business. Agents should approach every interaction with professionalism and never speak negatively about others. REALTOR® Magazine writer Lee Nelson recently wrote a story for brokers on how they can improve their company culture so that it values and promotes reciprocation and respect… Continue Reading 4 Tips to Strengthen Relationships With Other Agents

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How to Protect Computers, Smartphones, and Other Devices When You Travel

2021-07-02T09:36:56-05:00July 2nd, 2021|NAR|

By Burton Kelso Summer is here, and with it comes day trips and extended vacations. For real estate professionals, tech gadgets are part of your everyday life to keep in touch with clients, which means if you travel, you’re bound to take devices like smartphones, laptops, tablets, e-readers, and digital cameras with you. I’m sure… Continue Reading How to Protect Computers, Smartphones, and Other Devices When You Travel

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The State on Cola Commercial RE

2021-07-02T08:46:38-05:00July 2nd, 2021|Legal FAQs|

https://www.thestate.com/news/local/article252416168.html Posted by: Byron King on 7/3/21 (This information is only accurate as of 7/3/21. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 7/3/21 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org)

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Emails to Drum Up Business? Comply with Federal CAN SPAM Law

2021-06-24T15:11:51-05:00June 24th, 2021|Legal FAQs|

https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/can-spam-act-compliance-guide-business Posted by: Byron King on 6/24/21 (This information is only accurate as of 6/24/21. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 6/24/21 as laws and regulations may change over time. SCR 803-772-5206 or email info at screaltors.org or email byron at screaltors.org)

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CDC FHFA COVID Moratoria on Eviction/Foreclosure Extended 1 Month

2021-06-24T12:21:36-05:00June 24th, 2021|Legal FAQs|

Both the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Thursday announced one-month extensions to COVID-related moratoria on foreclosures and evictions. Those were set to expire at the end of the month. Posted by: Byron King on 6/24/21 (This information is only accurate as of 6/24/21. You must contact SCR for… Continue Reading CDC FHFA COVID Moratoria on Eviction/Foreclosure Extended 1 Month

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Hot start for summertime home sales

2021-09-21T10:30:51-05:00June 23rd, 2021|Press|

      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sharon Stone (803) 772-5206 Hot start for summertime home sales COLUMBIA, S.C. (June 23, 2021) -- Summer is a hot time for South Carolina real estate according to South Carolina REALTORS® (SCR) statewide real estate market reports. Sales continued to trend upward throughout May with a statewide 36%… Continue Reading Hot start for summertime home sales

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