Dual Agency is now OK for FHA Pre-Foreclosures
In a victory for NARŪ, FHA has released a Mortgagee Letter (2014-15) that preserves dual agency arrangements in FHA short sales, although the properties must be listed for at least 15 calendar days before any offers are evaluated.  FHA last year had issued a policy prohibiting dual agency arrangements for pre-foreclosure sales, but NARŪ worked with the agency to get that modified. 
Voice for Real Estate Video Tackles Tax, FHA, and The Net
Can your website pass an accessibility test?  Will you have to pay an internet tax?  Do you know about the FHA HAWK pilot program to reduce mortgage insurance premiums?  Watch the video to learn more:
The Voice for Real Estate 2: Web Accessibility, FHA HAWK

Are You Leveraging the Power of Open Houses?
Are open houses worth your time? The experts say "Yes!", and here is how to do it right.
 
How to Shoot Stable Video on a Digital Camera
No tripod in sight? Never fear, here are some tips to help get stable handheld footage from your dSLR. 
 
Independent Contractor Status FAQs
Is an independent contractor written agreement sufficient to classify workers as independent contractors? What types of activities should brokers avoid in order to properly classify salespeople as independent contractors? Can a broker provide its independent contractors with benefits such as health insurance and 401K participation? Answers to these questions and more are available in NAR's independent contractor status frequently asked questions. 
Window to the Law: Worker Classification for Real Estate Professionals
Window to the Law: Worker Classification for Real Estate Professionals
 
RealSource Announces Good Neighbor Award with $500 Awarded to the Charity of the Winner's Choice
Applications for the RealSource Good Neighbor award are now available.  Submit your nomination today!
 
 
 

 
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