Exclusive Agreements with a Real Estate Broker
I always prefer to have a written agreement with my client. It is important to both parties to define the scope of work. I insist on protecting my ability to be paid. Let's just be real.
My listing agreement expired
The Seller says our agreement has expired and he no longer wants my services. Does this mean I’m no longer entitled to a commission for this transaction?
I represent a tenant
As the tenant’s broker, I received the first month’s rent, last month’s rent and security deposit described in the lease. May I deduct my commission from these funds and then deliver the balance to the landlord’s broker?
Florida Realtors Legal Hotline
CALL, EMAIL or FAQ : Florida Realtors Legal Hotline attorneys answer questions about real estate license law and related real property issues; includinglegal interpretations of the Florida Realtors/Florida Bar contract and other standard business forms and contracts.
Do Not Call Registry rules
FSBO’s and expired listings are not exempted from the application of the federal Do Not Call rules. All Realtors calling consumers in the United States are required to download the numbers on the Do Not Call Registry.Stay in compliance with Do Not Call Registry rules.
Kick Out Clause, Right of First Refusal: Same thing?
Legal Hotline calls suggest that there's some confusion over what these terms mean, and they're often used interchangeably. Some calls start with: "I'm looking for a Right of First Refusal rider." Usually, however, this member is actually looking for the Kick Out Clause rider but confused over terminology.
Amendment 2 failure: $700M tax increase
Property taxes could increase by more than $700 million on non-homestead ..."It means that all of this property will suddenly be assessed at full value."