Consumer watchdog calls out states for confusing agent disclosures
In a new study, the Consumer Federation of America calls real estate disclosures 'confusing,' and calls out agents for not doing enough to explain them
by Marian McPherson Jan 14
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Lawsuit against New York brokerage Houlihan Lawrence takes a new twist, with anonymous letters alleging the firm was paying 'secret kickbacks' to its 1,300 agents
Courthouse pillars in shadow
Attorneys say agents and brokers should know what's expected of them
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 18
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Buyer argues listing agent owes him a fiduciary duty -- but brokerage disagrees
Since when do lenders get to dictate property repairs?
How new trend is harmful to consumers and brokers
by Bernice Ross Jan 12
Repair credit stigma forcing real estate agents and homebuyers to sidestep disclosures, inspections in purchase offer in order to get financing
Why home inspectors shouldn't ignore odors
by Barry Stone Sep 4
Engineer's letter can help put prospective buyers at ease
by Barry Stone Aug 14
Don't let short-term payoff cloud decision-making
by Bernice Ross Jul 18
Letters From the Home Front
by Kris Berg Jul 22