The California Association of Realtors (CAR) recently ran an open letter in a number of local newspapers – the letter discusses changes that are underway as a result of a settlement agreement in connection with the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Cooperative Compensation Model Rule. The letter addresses confusion about buying and selling real property […]
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The Department of Real Estate recently issued a warning to California consumers about scammers who try to rent properties that they do not own to people who are looking for rental housing. […]
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Sexual harassment: Real Estate licensees can be held liable for claims of sexual harassment in situations where the following has occurred: There is a business, service, or professional relationship between the complaining party and the licensed real estate professional. The licensed real estate professional has held himself or herself out as being able to help the […]
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The Automobile Club of Southern California reports that the costs associated with a DUI conviction have risen since the Auto Club last reviewed the issue in 2010. The costs associated with a DUI conviction include fines to the state, county penalties, attorney fees and increased auto insurance rates. […]
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California Governor Jerry Brown signed SB 510 into law on 10/9/11. This legislation will allow brokers to designate branch managers as directly responsible for the licensee activities of those real estate salespersons under their supervision. This will require filing paperwork with the Dept. of Real Estate (DRE) notifying the DRE of the designation. Standby for […]
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Current law and regulations require the Department of Real Estate (DRE) to engage in formal disciplinary action against licensees for any infraction, even a minor one and even if the violation was promptly corrected. Once accused, the licensee must defend themselves against the allegation or else risk losing their license. […]
To understand the effect a restricted real estate license will have on your real estate career, you must first understand the rights associated with an “un”restricted real estate license. […]
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Good news for vigilant brokers throughout California! This past summer the Department of Real Estate started a new “Benefit of the Doubt Program” which is now in practice on a trial basis. […]
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