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Q: “What are the standard form changes for January 1st, 2026?”

A: The Virginia REALTORS^® Standard Forms Committee made the following changes effective January 1st, 2026:

Form 900C – Termination of Property Management Agreement 

• Clarified what occurs if there is no agreement between the landlord and property manager in the event that the property manager is terminating. 

Form 600M – Septic Inspection Addendum 

• Clarified when negotiation period begins. 

For the redlines, please visit the VAR Standard Forms Library on our website.

For any form suggestions, please email us at forms@virginiarealtors.org  

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