Housing Wire

OCTOBER 22, 2023

You are required by law to get your fingerprints taken, have them on file with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and pass the subsequent background check. Many of the college and law school courses you completed to get your law degree, however, may count toward the education requirements. Did you know?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

However, sometimes properties may have specific problems that are too serious and can’t go unnoticed at an open house. The type and range of information you have to provide in the seller’s property disclosure will, of course, depend on the legal regulations of the state where you have the property.

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Raleigh Realty

MARCH 23, 2021

And while that may be enticing, there are many other costs and legal repercussions that are associated with selling a home that will be the full responsibility of the seller if a real estate agent is not involved. If you are struggling to find open house attendees, it may be necessary to host an event to entice prospective buyers.

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Raleigh Realty

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

A third example is if a real estate agent is hosting an open house and meets a buyer who is interested in buying the home. Legal and ethical issues may also arise because the agent is working on their own without a second agent involved. Is Dual Agency Bad or Illegal in Some States? Of course, that is the worst-case scenario.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Real estate law (2). Virtual open houses and videos. Legal protections. Property management (2). People buying multi-units as owner-occupied investments (2). Rental investment management. Getting more clients. Pricing strategy. Professional designations. How to join organizations. Working with veterans. Mortgage basics.

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Listing Spark

JUNE 13, 2024

Market Your Property : List online, use social media, and hold open houses. Close the Sale : Manage the paperwork and legal steps. Without it, you’ll need to handle everything from marketing to legal documents, which can be time-consuming and complex. An attorney helps you navigate the complex legal landscape.

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Listing Spark

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

We’ll cover everything from preparing your home for sale to navigating the complexities of the Texas real estate market, ensuring you have the knowledge to conduct a smooth, legal, and profitable transaction. Understanding and properly preparing these documents is crucial for a smooth, legal transaction.

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Listing Spark

JUNE 13, 2024

Tip #1: Understand FSBO in Tennessee Does Tennessee Require a Lawyer to Sell a House FSBO? In Tennessee, you are not legally required to hire a lawyer to sell a house FSBO (For Sale By Owner). This can help you avoid legal pitfalls and ensure all paperwork is correctly filled out.

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Listing Spark

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

How to Sell a House by Owner in Texas Learning how to sell a house by owner in Texas involves navigating the real estate market. Successful FSBO sellers understand legal requirements, set competitive and realistic prices, market their properties effectively, and negotiate with potential buyers.

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Listing Spark

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Understand buyer motivations, be open to reasonable offers, and consider seeking legal advice for more complex negotiations. Legal and Paperwork: Familiarize yourself with local and state laws regarding disclosures, contracts, and other legal requirements. Negotiation Skills: Brush up on your negotiation skills.

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Listing Spark

JUNE 6, 2024

Legal Paperwork: Selling a home involves a lot of paperwork, from contracts to disclosures. Familiarizing yourself with local and state laws is crucial, and consulting with an attorney can help ensure you comply with all legal requirements. You’ll need to handle contracts and disclosures correctly to avoid legal issues.

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Quicken Loans

JULY 1, 2021

Having your pets at home during a showing or, worse, an open house, is not a good thing. Generally speaking, the answer is no, but you need to check the laws of your state to be sure. Seek Legal Remedies. If that doesn’t help, you may need to contact an attorney to look into seeking legal relief through a lawsuit.

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Listing Spark

MAY 29, 2024

Don’t forget about traditional marketing methods too, such as yard signs and open houses. It’s crucial to understand real estate laws and regulations in your area to ensure a smooth transaction. Ignoring Legal Requirements Selling a home involves a lot of paperwork and legal requirements.

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Appraisal Today

JULY 29, 2022

From horror movie-esque semi-abandoned homes for rent to home decor that overshot “unique”, the owners and agents behind these funny ads thought things were perfect just as they were for their photos and open houses. It also fails to provide specific guidance and examples of what is prohibited by law. To read more, click here.

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

As you might expect, it didn’t take long for both John and Suzy’s parents to hire a law firm and start going after all the real estate professionals involved. Consequently, both the appraiser and home inspector ended up on the receiving end of a “wrongful death” legal claim.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 23, 2021

In a 2018 article, The Real Deal chronicled CoStar’s legal war waged against Xceligent , once CoStar’s biggest rival for commercial property listings. CoStar’s actions included collaborating with law enforcement in the Philippines to raid an Xceligent office, and Xceligent eventually fell into bankruptcy.

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The Robert Weiler Company

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Despite licensing, the law requires that a commercial real estate agent work under a commercial broker or for commercial real estate companies. They schedule open house showings, advertise and promote their open house events, and coordinate private showings around their client’s schedules.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Open houses are still a fundamental pillar of the business. NAR reports that 53% of home buyers visit open houses. So more than half of the buyers out there shopping, at some point in their search, will be visiting open houses. You may wonder, can weekdays be a good time to hold an open house?

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