Caveat REALTOR®

Terminations and Releases 22.08.2023 5:28 ↓

The Legal Team discusses the differences between terminations and releases and the circumstances under which one or the other would be used.

MLS Rule Change 15.08.2023 7:50 ↓

In response to the MLS rule change that allows for $0 commission offers, the Legal Department discuss best practices to ensure that YOU still get paid.

EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule Update 07.08.2023 7:03 ↓

Have you heard about the new update to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (RRP)? Make sure you're in the know to avoid some hefty fines!

Airport Impact Overlay District 01.08.2023 5:34 ↓

The Legal Department discusses what you must disclose in an Airport Impact Overlay district. Additional information: virginiarealtors.org/2023/05/23/is-there-language-for-the-loudon-county-airport-impact-overlay-district-disclosure/

Legal Update to Security Deposits 25.07.2023 6:12 ↓

The Legal Team discusses new updates in the law related to the requirements for disposition of a security deposit at the conclusion of a tenancy.

What is an Ombudsman? 17.07.2023 6:54 ↓

The Legal Department discusses the role of a Professional Standards Ombudsman.

July 2023 Standard Form Changes 11.07.2023 6:46 ↓

The Legal Department talks about the changes to Standard Forms.

Clear Cooperation Policy 04.07.2023 7:13 ↓

The Legal Department talks about NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy.

Access To Rental Property 26.06.2023 7:02 ↓

The Legal Team discusses the who, and under what circumstances, access to rental properties is permitted.

Fed Now 20.06.2023 5:43 ↓

The Legal Department talks about the up and coming Fed Now service.

Fixtures: Do Smart Devices Convey? 13.06.2023 8:10 ↓

The Legal Department discusses fixtures and some new and modern issues that arise.

2023 New Laws 06.06.2023 8:10 ↓

The Legal Team discusses new Virginia laws that will go into effect on July 1.

Grounds for Tenant’s Assertions 30.05.2023 6:47 ↓

The Legal Team discusses the process involved with filing a tenant’s assertion and the standards for doing so.

Truth in Advertisements 23.05.2023 7:49 ↓

What is the difference between exaggeration and puffing? This week, the Legal Team breaks down two case studies about this subject.

Fake “All Cash” Offers 16.05.2023 10:49 ↓

The Legal Department discusses an emerging trend where buyers are presenting “All Cash” offers with no real intent to pay all cash and subsequently switching to financing options.

Brokerage Agreements 09.05.2023 6:17 ↓

The Legal Team discusses brokerage agreements—when they have to be in writing and how they can protect you and your clients.

Nonrenewal Notices 02.05.2023 6:13 ↓

The Legal Team discusses the rules pertaining to notices of nonrenewal for term leases, month-to-month tenancies, and fair housing considerations.

Website Advertisements 25.04.2023 7:09 ↓

The Legal Department talks about website advertisements.

Overlap Between Fraud and the Code of Ethics 18.04.2023 9:37 ↓

The Legal Department discusses the overlap between fraud and the Code of Ethics.

Wholesaling 11.04.2023 6:32 ↓

The Legal Department talks about wholesaling real estate in Virginia.

Source of Funds 04.04.2023 5:56 ↓

The Legal Team discusses the rules pertaining to source of funds discrimination and how you can better inform your clients.

Article 6 28.03.2023 7:40 ↓

Are you a property manager and are charging your client fees? Find out how to avoid an ethics complaint.

Concurrent Licenses 21.03.2023 6:36 ↓

In Episode 300 of Caveat REALTOR®, the Legal Team discusses concurrent licenses.

Article 1 Case Interpretations 13.03.2023 7:35 ↓

The legal team discusses two Article 1 interpretations to save you from potential ethical issues.

Gas Stoves 07.03.2023 6:14 ↓

The Legal Team discusses the headlines regarding gas stoves and how you can better inform your clients.