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The National Association of REALTORS® on Friday announced the appointment of Leslie Nettleford-Freeman to a new position on NAR’s legal team: associate general counsel, vice president of legal affairs and brand protection. The role elevates NAR’s commitment to defend the REALTOR® trademark, one of its most valuable member benefits. https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/seasoned-intellectual-property-lawyer-to-lead-realtor-trademark-protection From SCR hotline: Several SCR… Continue Reading The National Association of REALTORS® on Friday announced the appointment of Leslie Nettleford-Freeman to a new position on NAR’s legal team: associate general counsel, vice president of legal affairs and brand protection. The ro le elevates NAR’s commitment to defend the REALTOR® trademark, one of its most valuable member benefits

https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/law-and-ethics/another-legal-win-judge-sides-with-nar-throws-out-muhammad-case https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/law-and-ethics/judge-rules-in-favor-of-nar-in-eytalis-litigation https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/law-and-ethics/nar-prevails-in-homie-litigation This information is only accurate as of 8/7/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 8/7/25 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… Continue Reading NAR: 3 NAR Litigation Wins!

https://www.nar.realtor/videos/window-to-the-law/tips-to-avoid-liability-when-making-referrals This information is only accurate as of 8/7/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 8/7/25 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… Continue Reading NAR on Referral Fees

https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/law-and-ethics/another-legal-win-judge-sides-with-nar-throws-out-muhammad-case This information is only accurate as of 8/5/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 8/5/25 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… Continue Reading NAR: Another NAR Courtroom Win, #3 in 2 weeks

https://financialwellness.realtor/ This information is only accurate as of 8/1/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 8/1/25 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… Continue Reading https://financialwellness.realtor/

Brokerage BIC continuity. None of us will be around forever. Plan now. The hotline sometimes hears of the BIC/brokerage dying, retiring, merging, being acquired, dissolving, languishing, AWOL/MIA, incarcerated, incommunicado, mental/physical health issues, crime victim, incapacitated, seized, locked down, casualty, ransomwared, etc. A few years ago, lawyers were required to create a succession plan for themselves.… Continue Reading Brokerage BIC Continuity: BIC Dying, Retiring, AWOL/MIA, Incarcerated, Incommunicado, Physical/Mental Health Issues, Victim

https://www.housingwire.com/articles/real-estate-broker-fees-consumer-agents-disclosures-transparency/ https://www.nwmls.com/nwmls-to-further-enhance-transparency-for-consumers-by-facilitating-the-disclosure-of-referral-fees/ Call the hotline if you are doing referrals! This information is only accurate as of 7/31/25. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 7/31/25 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… Continue Reading Referral fees! NWMLS, North West MLS Disclosure Form, SCR600, RESPA

EPA is inspecting lead hazard documentation and compliance in the Upstate of South Carolina. Listing brokers and cooperating brokerages should exchange copies of the lead disclosure forms SCR315 properly completed and signed or face EPA heavy fines if you lack the other parties' signatures. Property managers who direct work on real estate should get their… Continue Reading EPA Inspections, Lead Hazards, Upstate

NAR Trademark REALTOR® Chloe Hecht, Esq, provided some helpful hints with the trademark. NAR has hired a new brand manager attorney, Leslie Nettleford-Freeman, who will onboard in August 2025. NAR trademark hotline for your marketing: Trademark@nar.realtor Free NAR service. Get NAR approval of your marketing using the NAR trademark. Otherwise, NAR trademark enforcement might email… Continue Reading NAR Trademark Rules, NAR Atty Chloe Hecht, Helpful Hints

With agent safety always a priority, I wanted to share with you the next set of FOREWARN trainings to help agents get the most out of the app. The next FOREWARN trainings are August 6 at 10 a.m. EST and August 20 at 2 p.m. EST. Join us as we demonstrate how to best utilize… Continue Reading Forewarn Training Aug 6 and Aug 20