Statement of Tenant’s Rights
The Legal Team discusses what is and is not required when it comes to providing tenants with a copy of the Tenant’s Rights and Responsibilities form.
Podcast - November 19, 2024
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HUD Guidance on Advertising
In this video, Jon breaks down the new HUD guidance document that discusses the use of advertising for housing, credit, and other real estate-related things through digital media.…
Video - November 18, 2024
Case Study on Vetting Vendors
The Legal Department breaks down a case in New Mexico about whether brokers are liable for their recommended contractors.
Podcast - November 12, 2024
How Firm Is the Contracted Settlement Date?
The legal team discusses the different types of real estate contracts and how they affect the settlement date of the transaction.
Podcast - November 5, 2024
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act – Sales Meeting Kit
What rights does the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) give? Share these materials at your next meeting. See All Sales Meeting Kits
Sales Meeting Kit - November 4, 2024
Felony Conviction – Legal Case Study – November 2024
Violations Alleged 18 VAC 135-20-260.6 – conviction of a felony after initial licensure Facts Tony Rice (“Rice”) initially received his real estate salesperson license in…
Article - November 4, 2024 - VAR Legal Team
New HUD Guidance on Tenant Screening
In this legal video, Sean goes over HUD’s new guidance document on compliance with fair housing laws when screening tenants for rental housing. HUD Guidance Document: https://www.hud.gov/sites/dfiles/FHEO/documents/FHEO_Guidance_on_Screening_of_Applicants_for_Rental_Housing.pdf Have…
Video - October 31, 2024
Spooky Scams
The legal team discusses how to protect yourself and your clients from scams.
Podcast - October 29, 2024
AI and Fair Housing
The Legal Team discusses the use of AI programs in generating content for your business and the corresponding Fair Housing issues to be aware of.
Podcast - October 23, 2024
Application Process in Property Management
In this video, Ryan discusses rules and restrictions around assessing the application process for prospective tenants. Have legal questions? Get answers with our Legal Hotline.
Video - October 15, 2024
Ownership Disclosure
The legal team talks about how to disclose if you or a family member has an ownership interest in a property.
Podcast - October 15, 2024
Dual/Variable Rate Commissions
The legal team discusses the rules for disclosing dual or variable rate commission arrangements.
Podcast - October 8, 2024
Disclosing Variable Rate Commissions – Sales Meeting Kit
Are you an agent wondering how to disclose variable rate commissions in a post-settlement world? Share these materials at your next meeting.
Sales Meeting Kit - October 6, 2024
Dispersing the Security Deposit – Legal Case Study – October 2024
This case examines a scenario in which a real estate licensee acting as a property manager incorrectly dispersed a tenant’s security deposit to the owner. When a real…
Article - October 6, 2024 - VAR Legal Team
When do I need a Buyer Broker Agreement?
In this video, Santiago goes over different scenarios to explain when a Buyer Broker Agreement is needed. Disclosure of brokerage relationship: https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title54.1/chapter21/section54.1-2138/ Have legal questions? Get answers with…
Video - October 4, 2024
Licensee Liability
The Legal Team reviews the law in Virginia regarding agent liability.
Podcast - October 1, 2024
Fair Housing and Source of Funds
Is it a violation of Fair Housing to deny someone because of their source of funds if they use a real estate licensee? In this video, Santiago takes…
Video - September 26, 2024
Do I Need an Attorney for That?
The Legal Team discusses some common legal scenarios for property managers and whether an attorney is required or recommended for such situations.
Podcast - September 19, 2024
Breaking Up with Impossible Clients
The legal team discusses how to reduce your liability when trying to end a relationship with an impossible client.
Podcast - September 10, 2024
Coop Compensation
In this video, Jon clarifies what is no longer allowed, what is still allowed, and how to know the difference when it comes to cooperative compensation. VAR’s FAQ…
Video - September 9, 2024
Source of Funds – Sales Meeting Kit
Are your agents up to speed on Virginia Fair Housing Law? Share these materials at your next meeting. See All Sales Meeting Kits
Sales Meeting Kit - September 9, 2024
NAR Settlement Overview
The Legal Team provides an overview of the NAR Settlement after the changes have been in place for a few weeks.
Podcast - September 3, 2024
Resale Certificate Update
The Legal Team discusses the process involved with requesting a resale certificate in a common interest community and the purchaser’s subsequent right to cancel.
Podcast - August 27, 2024
Seller Concessions
Can you offer seller concessions in the MLS with NAR’s new rule change? Does an advertisement of seller concession automatically bind a seller to the amount advertised? Find…
Video - August 20, 2024
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