Florida Realtors Legal News
Legal News Archive
When Realtors sell their own properties, do they have the same duty to disclose its condition as they would when representing a seller? Read more to find out.
Scammers are impersonating agents and posting fake listings. Learn the red flags and how to spot fraud before it disrupts a transaction.
AI is already reshaping how agents work. Here’s why brokers need clear guardrails. NAR’s AI policy template can help you get started.
Real estate licensees can be disciplined in a variety of forums, including criminal courts, administrative hearings and local real estate boards. In part three of our series about discipline, we’ll focus on discipline involving the National Association of Realtors Code of Ethics.
A federal court vacated FinCEN’s Residential Real Estate Anti‑Money Laundering rule, pausing reporting tied to cash deals. An appeal could bring it back.
Florida HOAs don’t universally ban paying residents, but rules vary by community, shaping how services are handled and what residents can expect day to day.
Construction sites may be allowed temporary signs with builder or project info. Local ordinances set limits, and code enforcement can review possible violations.
Associations can fine owners for violations, but the rules must be specific. A vague maintenance clause may not support penalties for a “dirty” roof.
Property managers and contractors working in pre-1978 homes may need EPA certification. Recent guidance clarifies who can be held liable.
Florida Realtors’ forms now reflect new federal reporting for certain non-financed sales and updates to the Qualifying Improvements Rider. Watch the explainer video.