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  • Is Your Office Accessible?
    Tue, 03/01/2011

    The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®’ Board of Directors at its annual meeting last November approved an action to make its bylaws consistent with the rules under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act by requiring state and local associations to make sure their facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities.

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  • The IRS Needs to Know
    Tue, 02/01/2011

    If you’re the owner of even a single unit of rental property, starting this year you must start tracking all vendors doing at least $600 worth of work for you. Federal law now requires you to send them an IRS 1099 form.

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  • 3 Ways to Avoid Legal Trouble With REOs
    Fri, 01/07/2011

    REOs and short sale transactions can be difficult transactions to navigate. Real estate coach Bernice Ross offers a few tips for avoiding common pitfalls that might put you at legal risk.

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  • Senators Say Mortgage Rule Will Hurt Borrowers
    Thu, 01/06/2011

    A group of Democratic senators are pressing the Fed to remove a mortgage rule proposal that they say will make it easier for predatory lenders to foreclose on borrowers.

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  • Subprime Lenders Find Trouble in 'Fixer' Role
    Tue, 01/04/2011

    Some lenders from the subprime crisis have re-emerged in the loan modification business. But they're finding themselves in trouble with the law again.

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  • Stick to the Terms
    Mon, 11/01/2010

    If you or your clients fail to adhere to the terms—even unintentionally—not only will you be putting the sale into jeopardy but you could also face civil or criminal actions. Here’s a look at the four lender conditions that tend to be the most problematic for real estate practitioners and their clients.

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  • Protect Their Privacy
    Fri, 10/01/2010

    If you don’t have a corporate policy regarding customer data—or haven’t revisited your policy in a while—now’s the time to take action.

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  • Home Warranty Sales OK
    Wed, 09/01/2010

    There has been much confusion in the real estate industry about this issue for years, sparked by an unofficial staff interpretation letter from HUD’s Office of General Counsel in early 2008. The primary concern has been that brokers and agents could violate RESPA for selling home warranties. HUD’s interpretive rule covers three important points that help clear up the confusion.

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  • 5 Real Estate Scams You Need to Know About
    Sun, 08/01/2010

    To protect you and your clients, educate yourself about mortgage fraud and be on guard for any warning signs in a transaction. You can start by reviewing these five scams.

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  • Your Social Media Policy
    Sun, 08/01/2010

    It’s possible to excel in the social media sphere while also preserving your reputation and good will within your community.

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