Thou shalt protect clients

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Real estate brokers representing buyers are increasingly being held liable when transactions go wrong. Because increasing numbers of real estate-related court cases find against the buyers' licensees, it is important for brokers representing buyers to verify information and identify all information sources at the time of the transaction.

Author: Janik, Laurie
Real property exchanges

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How disclosure forms reduce the risk

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Analysis shows that the leading reason for litigation against realtors is failure to disclose or misrepresenting material facts during property transactions. Property condition disclosure forms correctly completed by the seller and verified by the realtor can substantially reduce the number of these cases.

Author: Janik, Laurie
Real estate, Real property

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Online lenders present alliance opportunities, risks

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The US Department of Housing and Urban Development administers the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act 1974 which prevents cash incentives being offered to brokers as a reward for a referral, but permits payments for a transaction to be made.

Author: Janik, Laurie
Standards, Ethical aspects, Mortgages, Incentives (Business)

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Subjects list: Laws, regulations and rules, Real estate agents, Real estate agents and brokers
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