Why BUYERS AND SELLERS need a broker Because buying or selling a home or investment property is acomplex and important financial event, most buyers and sellers want the expertise of a real estate broker or salesperson. Real estate brokers and sales agents know the real estate market in their community. They know the neighborhoods that …
The Department of Financial Services (DFS), Office of Insurance Regulation, recently published an article to remind real estate professionals of the laws governing title insurance companies. The giving of an inducement, or a thing of value, in return for the referral of title insurance business is a violation of Florida statutes. Florida Administrative Code, states “any …
It is in the licensee’s best interest to fully explain the contents of a listing agreement to the seller before it is signed. Licensees should pay careful attention to detail by reviewing every portion of the agreement to ensure sellers fully comprehend their rights and obligations. Saying, “This is a standard agreement so just sign …
