Allegiance Title's Tip of the Week

Texas Realtors Forms FAQs Part 2 22.08.2024 2:23 ↓

Today, Blair dives deeper into our conversation on the Texas Realtor’s form changes FAQs. 

Texas Realtor’s Forms FAQs 07.08.2024 3:55 ↓

Today, Blair continues our conversation on the Texas Realtor’s Forms changes by addressing some of the published FAQs. 

A walk down memory lane! 25.07.2024 2:15 ↓

Today, Dawn shares some memories and thoughts from her years of producing the Tip of The Week.

Listing Agreement – New Texas Realtors Form 11.07.2024 3:28 ↓

Today, Blair talks about the changes to the Texas Realtors’ Listing Agreement.

Newly proposed Texas Realtors Broker forms. 27.06.2024 4:29 ↓

Today, Dawn addresses a few new, crucial forms and their purpose.

Texas Realtor’s Addendum after NAR Settlement 13.06.2024 3:07 ↓

Today, Blair discusses the draft Texas Realtor’s Addendum and offering of tiered service levels for various commission amounts.

Marketing properties under the new NAR Settlement 31.05.2024 3:07 ↓

Today, Dawn suggests how properties might be priced under listing agreements without a commission sharing agreement.

Foreshadowing Practice Changes Under the NAR Settlement 16.05.2024 4:44 ↓

Today, Dawn shares her thoughts on what will be the new way of doing business under the changes mandated by the NAR Settlement.

Resale Certificates 02.05.2024 3:37 ↓

Today, Blair explains what you need to look for in resale certificates for POA’s and HOA’s.

Amending Terms After Closing 18.04.2024 1:53 ↓

Today, Dawn reminds us that the covenants and representations in the contract survive closing.

Non-Realty Items Addendum 04.04.2024 2:25 ↓

Today, Blair talks about when you need a dollar amount listed on your Non-Realty Items Addendum.

Hot Topic: NAR Settlement 22.03.2024 7:04 ↓

Today, Dawn discusses the settlement and suggests what to do to prepare for the changes.

Capped Fees for Resale Certificates. 07.03.2024 2:56 ↓

Today, Dawn, once again, addresses the issue with Associations charging more than the capped fee.

Texas Homestead Laws 29.02.2024 4:00 ↓

Today, Blair discusses Texas homestead laws and the restrictions around encumbering and transferring homesteads.

Changes to Wholesaler Disclosure Requirements 08.02.2024 2:22 ↓

Today, Blair discusses who Wholesalers have to disclose to.

Commissions can be Paid to Entities Registered with TREC. 01.02.2024 3:01 ↓

Today, Blair explains the changes to commission laws and what it means for realtors and their entities. 

Property Owners Associations’ cap on fee charged for obtaining resale certificates. 25.01.2024 3:55 ↓

Today, Dawn talks about how some POA’s are charging separate fees for information already on the Resale Certificate.

Creative Transactions - Prohibited by Texas Law? 18.01.2024 4:13 ↓

Today, Blair talks about how creative ideas can help clients but may be risky.

NAR Commission Lawsuit. 18.01.2024 5:07 ↓

Today, Dawn shares her thoughts on the NAR commission lawsuit and basis of the claims.

Changes to Homestead Exemption Law? 18.01.2024 3:48 ↓

Today, Blair explains the change to the homestead exemption law requiring appraisal districts review homestead exemptions every 5 years to confirm that the recipient still qualifies for the exemption. The process for review will vary between districts.

Merry Christmas from Allegiance Title! 21.12.2023 2:05 ↓

Today, Dawn and Blair share an inspiring story from Christmas Eve 1968. 

Powers of Attorney 14.12.2023 4:46 ↓

Today, Blair discusses what to know about POAs.

Property included in the sale under the promulgated contract. 07.12.2023 2:36 ↓

Today, Dawn talks about what property is sold under our promulgated contract unless the seller excludes or discloses and negotiates the lease assumption. 

Texas Tax Relief Bill 16.11.2023 3:04 ↓

Today, Blair talks about what the Texas tax relief bill passing means for buyers and sellers who made a transaction during 2023.