News & Media By Maria Marchante ORLANDO, Fla. — The news recently has been full of information on what is happening, or not happening, with the federal government. Sometimes it is easy to forget that while there are federal laws to abide by, we are also obligated to follow Florida laws. Were you aware […]
News & Media By Amy Connolly WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced it will postpone reporting requirements of the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations for Residential Real Estate Transfers Rule (RRE Rule) until March 1, 2026. The Residential Real Estate Rule was scheduled to go into effect on […]
News & Media NEW YORK — Real estate professionals are looking for more than just compensation when they join a brokerage. They are looking for a leader and a culture that is nurturing and connected. Brokerages that think intentionally about their culture and manifest it through lived values is how real estate agents feel […]
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal in a case that sought to hold brokerages liable for creating and using floorplans when marketing a home for sale. Its refusal to weigh in means the lower court’s January ruling, which held that including floorplans in listings constituted “fair use,” continues to […]
CHICAGO — Vacant properties may be prime targets for scammers, putting property owners unknowingly at risk. About six in 10 real estate association advocacy professionals and leaders say they’ve seen cases of title fraud in their market over the past year, according to the National Association of Realtors®’ 2025 Deed & Title Fraud Survey. […]
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Question: I live in a senior community HOA. My neighbor says the roots of my royal palm are lifting her pavers around her pool. The tree, planted by the developer on my property four years ago, is 10 feet from the property line. Since the tree was already mature, I […]
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NAR says it supports new technology like Zillow’s ChatGPT integration as long as it follows MLS rules and data license agreements.
Real estate is rewarding, but it comes with risks. Use safety protocols, including Forewarn, help you stay protected while serving customers with confidence.
Inflation and high prices remain top concerns, with little change in how consumers view their finances or the overall economy, according to the University of Michigan.