by Heather | Sep 10, 2012 | C.A.R., TSBOR
A bill sponsored by C.A.R. that closes an important loophole in an applicant’s experience requirements for a real estate broker’s license has been signed into law. Typically, in addition to meeting stringent educational requirements and passing a brokers’ exam, an...
by Heather | Sep 6, 2012 | Legal, TSBOR, TSMLS
On August 27, Governor Brown signed three significant legislative bills into law that may be of interest to REALTORS®. The full text of each law is available at www.leginfo.ca.gov. Restricting New Degree Brokers: Under a C.A.R.-sponsored law that comes into effect on...
by Heather | Sep 5, 2012 | C.A.R., TSBOR
In a little over a month, thousands of REALTORS® will convene in Anaheim for CALIFORNIA REALTOR® EXPO 2012. Attendees will receive top-tier training, ideas, and inspiration to increase their bottom line from more than 60 sessions, most of which are free. Don’t...
by Heather | Sep 4, 2012 | C.A.R., TSBOR, TSMLS
Talking Points Earthquakes, flooding, and unexpected deductibles are just a few of the costs a homeowners policy might not cover, but most Americans do not realize it. According to a MetLife Auto & Home Insurance Literacy Survey, many homeowners are clueless about...
by Heather | Aug 29, 2012 | C.A.R., NAR, TSBOR, TSMLS
Recent changes were announced by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) that will align guidelines for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac short sales and allow lenders and servicers to quickly and more easily qualify borrowers for a short sale. Here are some specific...
by Heather | Aug 28, 2012 | NAR, TSBOR
Each week, NAR publishes an e-newsletter designed to help you get the most our of your REALTOR membership. In it are helpful resources including the President’s Podcast, marketing tips, invitations to free webinars, announcements about upcoming meeting and events and...
