by Heather | Jun 29, 2016 | Legal, TSBOR, TSMLS
Using a drone to capture listing photos and videos or inspect properties is about to become significantly easier now that the federal government has finalized its long-awaited regulations over the commercial use of unmanned aerial systems. The final rule issued...
by Heather | Jun 16, 2016 | C.A.R., Legal, TSBOR, TSMLS
Don’t forget to take a look at this California Association of REALTORS® free member benefit. The C.A.R. Legal Hotline App connects you to C.A.R. Legal and gives you a quicker, more user friendly experience while in the field. The Legal Hotline App includes...
by Heather | Jun 15, 2016 | C.A.R., Legal, TSBOR, TSMLS
Nearly everyday there is news of yet another internet hack or some new internet scam or fraud regarding personal information. Unfortunately, we are also hearing about the increase of a crime targeting the real estate industry: Wire Transfer Fraud. Criminals have been...
by Heather | Mar 9, 2016 | C.A.R., Legal
New laws, pending legislation, changes to your local ordinances … it can all be enough to make you go insane if you let it. Luckily, C.A.R.’s Governmental Affairs team has your back and keeps you sane by keeping you updated. Not only is the team focused on...
by Heather | Feb 3, 2016 | C.A.R., Legal, TSBOR, TSMLS
The newly updated January 2016 Sample Forms Book is now available. The new book contains a current sample copy of every C.A.R. Standard Form, including the four newly released documents from December 2015 and the latest copy of the RPA form. This handy book also...
by Heather | Feb 1, 2016 | CA Bureau of Real Estate, Legal, TSBOR
Assembly Bill 345 took effect on Jan. 1 and requires that all real estate brokers renewing their licenses for the first time must take a three-hour long management and supervision-related class. The new AB 345 bill also requires salespersons — not just brokers...