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Asian real estate group, other advocates claim Florida law violates Fair Housing Act

Housing Wire

The Asian Real Estate Association of America , along with the National Fair Housing Alliance , the Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence, Inc., and the Fair Housing Center of the Greater Palm Beaches , have filed a lawsuit that contends Florida Housing Law Senate Bill 264 violates the federal Fair Housing Act.

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5 best Arizona real estate schools for 2024

Housing Wire

We’ve reviewed all the key information to determine the best Arizona real estate schools to help you get licensed quickly and efficiently with a state-approved, online program at an Arizona real estate school. Course includes contracts used in real estate transactions with samples and practical contract completion exercises.

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What’s in a Sales Contract? Insights from a Seasoned Appraiser

McKissock

Why must an appraiser be given a copy of the sales contract? That’s the real reason why—because USPAP says so. When should we analyze the contract? Looking at the sales contract early on allows the appraiser to identify any “subject to” items or other conditions that could influence the value conclusion.

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Real Estate Risk Management: Putting Clients’ Interests First

McKissock

Real estate risk management is an important concern for agents. Real estate agents are commonly sued for breaching their duty to act in the best interests of their client. Keep reading to learn how to improve real estate risk management, and avoid getting into trouble with the law, by putting your clients’ interests first.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois (IL) in 5 Steps

Housing Wire

Special considerations for attorneys in Illinois Applying for your initial real estate broker license based on attorney status? To qualify for an Illinois broker license as an attorney, you must be at least 18 years old and be admitted to practice law by the Illinois Supreme Court.

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Avoid Appraisal Disciplinary Action with These Do’s and Don’ts

McKissock

Here are several do’s and don’ts to help you avoid situations that may get you into trouble as a real estate appraiser. Do familiarize yourself with your state’s appraisal laws and rules/regulations. Changing the appraised value simply for the purpose of meeting the contract sales price is not a good reason.

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Investing in Commercial Property for Sale in Columbus, Ohio? The Complete Beginner’s Guide!

The Robert Weiler Company

Another mistake – perhaps one of the more obvious (and, consequently, most detrimental) mistakes – is contracting the commercial property for sale in your personal name. Many property owners were surprised by the subsequent tax increase determined by the County Auditor’s Office. 115-97, was signed on December 22, 2017.

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