Repair study and total cost of homeownership discussion (4 min read) Here are the results from a recent NAR Housing Opportunities Grant funded study that provide some additional context for our total cost of homeownership discussions. I think results in the Twin Cities core metro area may yield similar results...or worse with the winter being… Continue Reading NAR: Home Repairs Study
Are You Staying Current With What’s Happening in the Valuation World? The National Association of REALTORS® invites all members—appraisers and non‑appraisers alike—to join our ongoing Supporting Your Value webinar series. Hear directly from leading experts, stay informed on the latest developments, and strengthen your understanding of the forces shaping today’s valuation environment.
Appraisal resources you'll need before the Nov. 2 deadline The transition to the new appraisal report known as the Uniform Appraisal Dataset 3.6 is bringing significant changes to residential appraisals. But there is another part of the transition that deserves recognition: the tremendous amount of preparation being done by the nation's appraisers. For nearly two… Continue Reading UAD 3.6 new appraisal rules November 2, 2026
https://www.sccourts.org/court-forms/?id=771 Posted by: Byron King on 10/14/26 (This information is only accurate as of 10/14/26. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/14/26, 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 SC Supreme Court posts new forms for new Ejectment Eviction laws (anti squatter)
https://llr.sc.gov/re/News/Legislative%20Updates%20Newsletter%208.7.26.pdf Posted by: Byron King on 10/14/26 (This information is only accurate as of 10/14/26. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/14/26, 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 LLR SCREC 2026 Newsletter
https://www.youtube.com/live/Dlt2iOKsUJ4?si=Mcrs6vIfaEdtw2T3 AGENDA South Carolina Real Estate Commission Meeting Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. in Upstate Conference Room 110 Centerview Dr., Kingstree Building, Columbia, SC 29210 *Any Agenda Item Not Discussed by 4:00pm may Roll Over to the Next Meeting Date in the discretion of the Commission. * Members of the public who wish… Continue Reading LLR SCREC livestream October 14, 2026
Teen Financial Literacy (3 min read) Dear Association leaders, Want Your Teen to Own a Home Someday? Start Talking Money Now Teens may not be thinking about mortgage rates or down payments just yet, but the money habits they’re building now can follow them for years. And 88% of teens surveyed by Fannie Mae and… Continue Reading NAR Consumer Guides: Teen Financial Literacy (aka Future Homeowners)
https://www.nar.realtor/news/washington-report/senate-introduces-the-direct-seller-and-real-estate-agent-harmonization-act Posted by: Byron King on 10/06/26 (This information is only accurate as of 10/06/26. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/06/26, 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: US Senate Bill to Support Independent Contractor Status
https://www.nar.realtor/news/washington-report/federal-court-keeps-housing-counseling-funds-from-expiring-during-lawsuit Posted by: Byron King on 10/06/26 (This information is only accurate as of 10/06/26. You must contact SCR for updates and changes to this information after 10/06/26, 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: Judge Maintains HUD Counseling Funds During Lawsuit
The SC Department of Environmental Services and Bureau of Coastal Management will be hosting an information session on the proposed regulation changes on Tuesday, Oct 13 at the North Charleston City Hall with the ability for virtual attendance. You can find more information on the information session at des.sc.gov/dockregs. This information session was also announced… Continue Reading SC DES + BoCM Dock Regs Info Session October 13th