The changes were reviewed by the MLS Emerging Issues and Technology Advisory Board and adopted by the National Association of Realtors® Leadership Team.
Don’t miss your chance to hear from the Florida Realtors legal team about the amended Buyer Broker Agreements. Free webinars today and Tuesday.
Florida Realtors released three forms – one revised and two new – in response to the NAR settlement agreement effective Aug. 17.
Here’s a recap of what’s available from Florida Realtors – from new and revised forms to free educational webinars – to help you with the upcoming changes.
The Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC) removed the word "residential" from Rule 61J2-10.038, allowing agents to designate their preferred official mailing address. Mailing and email address changes must be sent to the DBPR in writing within 10 days after the change.
HUD said its new round of grant funding will continue to help prevent homelessness. The program has helped over 35,000 households avoid eviction, HUD said.
As the industry closes in on changes resulting from the Sitzer-Burnett case, agents are looking for guidance. Brokers should be prepared to help.
Starting Aug. 17, the MLS will no longer be a platform for communicating offers of compensation. However, they still remain an option for consumers.
After an HOA approves a house paint color, can association board members change their minds two years later? Make sure the HOA is following the rules.
A listing broker posted their own and other brokers’ listings on their website, complete with the contact information for each one. One of the other brokers, who hadn’t given permission, saw their listing on the site and filed a complaint. The broker with the website was found in violation of Article 12. Realtors need to get permission to advertise other brokers’ listings, even if they include the contact details.
