Judge Rules in Favor of NAR in Eytalis Litigation
A U.S. District Court closes a case brought against the National Association of Realtors involving MLS access.
Florida Realtors Legal News
What is the National Flood Insurance Program?
This federal program, which is crucial to the Florida real estate industry, helps keep insurance affordable. Take a look at why the NFIP is so important.
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While most divorces can be fraught with emotion, your careful, collaborative demeanor can calm the situation and lead to a successful property sale.
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Does COVID-19 qualify as a disability under the Fair Housing Act? Can agents ask customers about their health? Some answers aren’t clear and may require a court to decide, so make few assumptions – but it’s important to treat each buyer or seller in exactly the same way.
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It’s vital to review all advertisements, MLS entries and public-facing messages to make sure they comply with the Fair Housing Act and related laws that exist at all levels – local, state and federal. Realtors have been sued over accidental mistakes in the past.
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Realtors have a lot of paperwork they could add to a standard contract. How do you know when, if and how? In most cases, though, transactions will proceed smoothly if riders, addenda and disclosures are introduced earlier rather than later.
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Are your robocalls going to land you in a lawsuit? What about your online listing photos? Here's a look at legal tangles Realtors may find themselves caught up in — and how to avoid them.
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The COVID-19 pandemic is prompting legal concerns for people who work in real estate. Here's a look at the questions we're getting the most at Florida Realtors and information to help you navigate.
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NAR told MLSs to adopt its Clear Cooperation 8.0 policy by May 1, and one Realtor finds it overbearing. Why can’t Realtors advertise a listing before it goes into the MLS? Can a local MLS opt-out if they choose? And why did NAR do this in the first place?
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Ideally, real estate forms and the law offer an outline for performance if unexpected events arise during the course of a transaction – but not all answers during this global pandemic are clear. As a result, new disclosures, explanations and educational videos have been added within the past month.
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Here's what you need to know about this new form from Florida Realtors that addresses the risk of entering real estate properties.
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The COVID-19 pandemic is certainly unprecedented, but is it considered, legally speaking, an "act of God"? Here's a look at how a court may rule on real estate disputes that arise from transactions during this time.
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Are You Using Online Images Legally?
Images on the Internet are not available for use by everyone. Watch the video and learn how to protect yourself and your business to ensure that you do not violate someone’s copyright.
What First-Time Buyers Need to Know
First-time buyers are eager to learn. A 30- to 45-minute consultation is an excellent first step to find out their goals, expectations, answer questions, and explain the lending opportunities for first-time buyers.