Florida Realtors Legal News
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In a strong seller’s market, addenda W and X can help sellers accept a top offer while protecting their next option if the deal falls through.
Whether an HOA can regulate street parking often depends on who owns the road. Associations generally have more authority on private streets than public roads.
When Realtors prepare a value or price opinion, other than in pursuit of a listing or to assist a potential buyer in formulating a purchase offer, the opinion must include any present or contemplated interest, including the possibility of representing the seller or buyers.
A nationwide overhaul of appraisal reporting is underway, bringing more detailed property data and standardized reporting requirements.
Realtors® must indicate their status as real estate professionals, even in an ‘informal’ advertisement, even when selling vacant land, even if the Realtor owns the vacant land that’s for sale.
Florida Realtors forms help brokers handle escrow correctly, from monthly reconciliations to deposit verification and dispute notices.
Florida Realtors’ MLA-6 form can update pricing, timelines and more, yet it’s often overlooked despite its flexibility and ease of use.
Scams tied to property deals are rising, with more than 12,000 victims reported. AI is making schemes harder to detect and easier to scale.
A federal judge dismissed an antitrust complaint against NAR and others, finding no evidence of conspiracy. The plaintiff can still refile.
Florida Realtors released Spanish versions of two contracts as reference tools. State law requires contracts be in English, so translations aren’t binding.