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May 22, 2013
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Law & Ethics: Feature Articles

  • 5 Obscure Real Estate Laws
    Thu, 03/01/2012

    There’s no shortage of unusual laws affecting real estate—far more than can be listed here. But here are five from the last year that deserve their time in the spotlight.

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  • Prospecting
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    As you search for prospects, be sure you're familiar with these key regulations.

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  • Promoting
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    The Mortgage Assistance Relief Services (MARS) rule regulates how one promotes short-sales or loan-modification business activities.

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  • Listing & Showing
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    These laws address environmental and discrimination issues.

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  • Earnest Money
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    The USA Patriot Act regulates reporting of earnest money deposits.

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  • Appraisal
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    Dodd-Frank and FIRREA guide appraisers and help determine how they get paid.

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  • Insurance
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    NFIP requires flood insurance in certain areas.

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  • Loan
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    There are a plethora of laws that affect various aspects of mortgage lending, from lender compensation to consumer privacy.

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  • Income Tax
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    These laws deal with taxes payments and deductions for both real estate professionals and home owners.

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  • Mortgage
    Wed, 02/08/2012

    The Home Mortgage Disclosure Act requires lenders to report on the loans they make.

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