Real estate licensees can be disciplined in a variety of forums, including criminal courts, administrative hearings and local real estate boards. In the first of three articles, we’ll focus on criminal proceedings.
Vacant land is the top target for title fraud, as scammers forge deeds to sell properties they don’t own. New alerts and safeguards aim to curb the trend.
FinCEN postponed its new rule requiring reports on cash home sales to businesses and trusts until March 1, 2026, giving the industry more time to comply.
The Supreme Court declined to hear a floorplans copyright case, upholding a ruling that found their use in listings is fair use, ending seven years of litigation.
Florida’s Fair Housing Act, enacted in 1983, prohibits housing discrimination based on race, sex, religion, disability, family status and other protected classes.
The Supreme Court declined to review a case against NAR’s former “no commingling” rule, letting stand rulings that supported NAR’s position.
The National Association of Realtors released guides on private mortgage insurance, home selling safety and wire fraud to help homeowners make informed decisions.
The forms reflect recent law and policy changes, including expanded flood disclosures and adjustments to NAR’s Multiple Listing Options for Sellers.
NAR highlights why brokerages need a social media policy to ensure legal compliance, protect reputations and uphold ethical standards online.
Fraudsters are cloning title company websites and posing as sellers to steal escrow funds. Realtors should verify sellers, avoid rushed closings and report fraud.
