This case examines a scenario in which a real estate licensee completed the terms of a purchase contract in a manner that violated the Virginia Real Estate Board…

Allegations Violation of 54.1-2132.A.4 of the Code of Virginia (Count 1) Violation of 18 VAC 135-20-260.11.g (Count 2) Violation of 54.1-2131.A.4 of the Code of Virginia (Count 3)…

This case study highlights the importance of providing reasonable assistance to your buyer in satisfying their contract obligations. The damage done illustrates why it is important to communicate…

Background: In December of 2022, Kinsella Realty (“Kinsella”) entered into an Exclusive Right to Represent Buyer Agreement with Terrance Mann (“Mann”). The buyer agreement listed Archie Graham (“Graham”)…

Failure to Follow Up – EMD and Communications This case examines a scenario where a Buyer’s Agent did not perform due diligence in ensuring that her clients’ EMD…

This case examines a scenario where the buyer’s agent failed to ensure that an earnest money deposit (EMD) provided to her was submitted to the escrow agent and…