Allegiance Title's Tip of the Week
By Dawn Moore
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Every other week, Dawn Moore or Blair Raggio releases a video and podcast discussing real estate issues current to the market. If you have a topic you'd like covered, email us at tipoftheweek@allegiancetitle.com. We'd love to hear from you! For more information on Allegiance Title Company, visit our website at www.allegiancetitle.com. We are Your Trusted Resource For Results!
| Episode | Date |
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Foreshadowing Practice Changes Under the NAR Settlement
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May 16, 2024 |
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Resale Certificates
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May 02, 2024 |
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Amending Terms After Closing
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Apr 18, 2024 |
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Non-Realty Items Addendum
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Apr 04, 2024 |
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Hot Topic: NAR Settlement
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Mar 22, 2024 |
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Capped Fees for Resale Certificates.
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Mar 07, 2024 |
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Texas Homestead Laws
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Feb 29, 2024 |
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Effect of multiple amendments to the contract.
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Feb 22, 2024 |
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Changes to Wholesaler Disclosure Requirements
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Feb 08, 2024 |
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Commissions can be Paid to Entities Registered with TREC.
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Feb 01, 2024 |
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Property Owners Associations’ cap on fee charged for obtaining resale certificates.
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Jan 25, 2024 |
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Creative Transactions - Prohibited by Texas Law?
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Jan 18, 2024 |
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NAR Commission Lawsuit.
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Jan 18, 2024 |
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Changes to Homestead Exemption Law?
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Jan 18, 2024 |
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Merry Christmas from Allegiance Title!
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Dec 21, 2023 |
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Powers of Attorney
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Dec 14, 2023 |
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Property included in the sale under the promulgated contract.
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Dec 07, 2023 |
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Texas Tax Relief Bill
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Nov 16, 2023 |
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Limitations on fees charged by Property Owners Association
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Nov 02, 2023 |
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Happy Halloween from Allegiance Title!
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Oct 27, 2023 |
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Untraditional Transactions and Risks
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Oct 19, 2023 |
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2023 Tax Statements Contingent on November Tax Relief Bill
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Oct 12, 2023 |
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Title Commitment Exceptions and To What can a Buyer object.
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Sep 28, 2023 |
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Title commitments and what to look for.
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Sep 21, 2023 |
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Buyer Fraud
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Sep 14, 2023 |
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Seller Fraud- What part does the agent play in the scheme.
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Sep 07, 2023 |
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Differing interpretations under the contract leading to different outcomes.
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Aug 24, 2023 |
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Recent legislative changes to the MUD statute.
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Aug 17, 2023 |
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2023 Property Tax Relief Bill and vote in November
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Aug 10, 2023 |
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MUDs and other districts under the Texas Water Code
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Aug 03, 2023 |
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Seller’s Disclosure Notices- What to know.
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Jul 27, 2023 |
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2023 Texas Tax Relief Bill
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Jul 20, 2023 |
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Assumption loans – What you need to know
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Jul 13, 2023 |
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Commission splits and what governs.
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Jul 06, 2023 |
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Happy 4th of July from Allegiance Title.
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Jun 29, 2023 |
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Delivery timing - Amendment vis a vis Notice of Termination
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Jun 15, 2023 |
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Powers of Attorney in Real Estate Transactions
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Jun 08, 2023 |
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Repair credit vs. Seller obligation under Seller Temporary Residential Lease.
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Jun 01, 2023 |
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Back Tax Bills
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May 25, 2023 |
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Happy Mother’s Day from Blair Raggio and Dawn Moore
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May 11, 2023 |
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Central Appraisal District’s appraised value vs. appraisal cap
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May 04, 2023 |
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What does a Seller do if a Buyer terminates a contract under the option period but there is no option fee deposited with the title company?
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Apr 27, 2023 |
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Reminders about how the Addendum for Sale of Other Property by Buyer and its kick out provisions works
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Apr 20, 2023 |
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Foreign Sellers and Tax Consequences
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Apr 13, 2023 |
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Happy Zoo Lover’s Day!
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Apr 06, 2023 |
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Objections to title under Paragraph 6D
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Mar 30, 2023 |
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When can the Buyer inspect the property under the contract?
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Mar 23, 2023 |
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Updated resale certificate
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Mar 16, 2023 |
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International Women’s Day
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Mar 08, 2023 |
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Refresher on earnest money, option fee and the importance of delivering funds
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Mar 02, 2023 |
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Tax prorations and the impact of rising taxes.
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Feb 23, 2023 |
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Interest Rate Contingency in the Third-Party Financing Addendum
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Feb 16, 2023 |
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Date for the T-47 Affidavit
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Feb 09, 2023 |
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What is Title Lock?
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Jan 26, 2023 |
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Property Tax Prorations at Closing and After
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Jan 19, 2023 |
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Final podcast on the changes to the contract and addenda
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Jan 12, 2023 |
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Addenda contract changes mandatory Feb. 1, 2023
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Jan 05, 2023 |
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Christmas wishes for you!
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Dec 22, 2022 |
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#3 in the series discussing changes to the One to Four Family Residential Contract
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Dec 15, 2022 |
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Changes to the Contract – Part 2
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Dec 08, 2022 |
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Changes to the Contract – Part 1
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Dec 01, 2022 |
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New Contracts approved by the Commission
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Nov 17, 2022 |
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Fraud for Property Schemes
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Nov 03, 2022 |
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Dealing with the dead can be pretty scary!
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Oct 27, 2022 |
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All security devices are included in the sale, unless excluded.
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Oct 20, 2022 |
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It's Property Tax Time
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Oct 13, 2022 |
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Difference between notice of termination and release of earnest money
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Oct 06, 2022 |
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New Notices required in Residential Leases
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Sep 29, 2022 |
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How can the Buyer’s agent collect full commission with MLS offers less?
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Sep 15, 2022 |
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Conveying Property.
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Sep 08, 2022 |
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When and how can objections be made to title and survey?
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Sep 01, 2022 |
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“Name changes” on contracts
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Aug 25, 2022 |
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Assignments of contract and how they work.
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Aug 18, 2022 |
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Reminder on HOA Transfer fees for single family residences.
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Aug 04, 2022 |
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Title Policies and Title Opinions
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Jul 28, 2022 |
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Who must sign as Sellers of the contract?
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Jul 21, 2022 |
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Cost of updated Resale Certificated capped.
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Jul 14, 2022 |
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How should brokers handle revisions to commission splits offered through MLS?
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Jul 07, 2022 |
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When Seller wants to leaseback the property for longer than 90 days.
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Jun 23, 2022 |
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Release of Earnest Money
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Jun 16, 2022 |
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The importance of estate planning.
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Jun 09, 2022 |
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Contract deadlines under a backup contract and ramifications for early performance.
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May 26, 2022 |
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More clarification on who pays transfer fees.
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May 19, 2022 |
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Appraisal waiver vs. denial of loan due to insufficient funds.
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May 12, 2022 |
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Prorating taxes in a rising market
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Apr 28, 2022 |
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Why do title companies refuse to insure title under a quitclaim deed?
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Apr 14, 2022 |
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The importance of using the Addendum Regarding Fixture Leases.
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Apr 07, 2022 |
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Why should you get the Subdivision Information from the HOA during the listing period?
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Mar 24, 2022 |
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Who is responsible for any casualty loss to a Property during a Seller Temporary Residential Leaseback?
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Mar 17, 2022 |
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Why are inspections important for both buyers and sellers?
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Mar 10, 2022 |
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Today, Dawn explains why selling a home to a family member may be disallowed.
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Feb 24, 2022 |
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When resolving contract contingencies, what needs to be included in the amendment?
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Feb 17, 2022 |
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When do notices require Seller acknowledgment?
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Jan 20, 2022 |
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The new TREC website for HOA’s.
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Jan 13, 2022 |
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When does the buyer have the right to terminate for failure to receive condominium hoa documents?
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Jan 06, 2022 |
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Can your house be stolen?
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Dec 16, 2021 |
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How will the new Homestead Exemption law impact buyers and sellers?
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Dec 09, 2021 |
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Sale of Other Property and Backup Contracts
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Dec 02, 2021 |
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A signed Buyer’s Representation Agreement is recommended.
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Nov 11, 2021 |
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Scary Stories from the Closing Table
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Oct 28, 2021 |
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What is a Lady Bird Deed?
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Oct 21, 2021 |
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How does title pass upon the death of an owner who dies without a will?
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Oct 14, 2021 |
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Will the title company receipt a late delivered option check?
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Oct 07, 2021 |
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What is a Seller’s Temporary Lease Back (as opposed to what it is not)!
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Sep 30, 2021 |
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FAQ on new laws on PID notices.
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Sep 16, 2021 |
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Under the contract, who pays what fee charged by the HOA?
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Sep 09, 2021 |
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A refresher of new laws effective September 1st
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Aug 26, 2021 |
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New law affecting PID disclosures and contract changes.
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Aug 19, 2021 |
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What are the risks of waiving the option period?
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Aug 05, 2021 |
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How do the new HOA laws benefit Buyer and Seller?
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Jul 29, 2021 |
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Exciting Announcement – The Future of Allegiance Title
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Jul 15, 2021 |
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Juneteenth is now a Federal Holiday
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Jun 24, 2021 |
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What are some provisions to be aware of regarding Association documents in the Condo contract?
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Jun 17, 2021 |
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Why is the use of “love letters” a problem?
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Jun 10, 2021 |
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Suggestions for two practices we are seeing in this multiple offer market
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Jun 01, 2021 |
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Ramifications of waiving the Financing Contingencies under the Contract
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May 27, 2021 |
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Contract Reminders in a Low Inventory/Multiple Offer Market
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May 20, 2021 |
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How do you prove Seller has removed all access to any smart devices conveyed to Buyer?
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May 13, 2021 |
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What are the issues with the new procedure for payment of the option fee?
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Apr 29, 2021 |
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What does the new contract require for receipt of option fee and earnest money?
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Apr 22, 2021 |
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What is a buyer really waiving under the appraisal addendum?
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Apr 16, 2021 |
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What is the purpose of the appraisal addendum?
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Mar 25, 2021 |
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Hot topic: how to handle multiple offers?
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Mar 19, 2021 |
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Selling a property as-is in a multiple offer market
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Mar 11, 2021 |
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All cash contracts which close with third party financing.
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Feb 18, 2021 |
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Change to the Addendum for Property Subject to Mandatory Membership in a POA
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Feb 11, 2021 |
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New Addendum Regarding Residential Leases
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Feb 04, 2021 |
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New Addendum Regarding Fixture Leases
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Jan 28, 2021 |
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Conveyance of Smart Devices in a Purchase Transaction
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Jan 21, 2021 |
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Approved changes to the contract part 5
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Dec 23, 2020 |
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Approved changes to the contract part 4
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Dec 10, 2020 |
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Approved changes to the contract part 3
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Dec 03, 2020 |
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Approved changes to the contract part 2
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Nov 19, 2020 |
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Approved changes to the contract
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Nov 12, 2020 |
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Halloween Horror Stories from the Closing Table!
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Oct 29, 2020 |
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A Refresher on Back-Up Contracts
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Oct 22, 2020 |
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When is a notice of termination required?
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Oct 15, 2020 |
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Reminder of the three day rule on Property Approval
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Oct 09, 2020 |
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The New Normal in Dallas - 2020 and Beyond
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Oct 01, 2020 |
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Should title companies accept option fee checks?
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Sep 23, 2020 |
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Who requires the T-47 affidavit to be notarized prior to delivery?
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Sep 17, 2020 |
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What is Title Insurance?
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Sep 10, 2020 |
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A Refresher on How to Handle an Option Period
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Aug 27, 2020 |
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Proposed changes to how the Option Fee will be paid
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Aug 20, 2020 |
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What is the effect of Buyer’s Notice of Termination under an option, when no option exists?
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Aug 13, 2020 |
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Follow Up Information on the New Clear Cooperation Policy from NAR
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Aug 06, 2020 |
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Will Solar Panels Convey when a Property is Purchased?
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Jul 31, 2020 |
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How to Structure a Purchase for Higher than the Listing Price
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Jul 17, 2020 |
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The New Clear Cooperation Policy from NAR
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Jul 09, 2020 |
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An Important Message Regarding the Covid-19 Addendum
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Jul 02, 2020 |
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What Are the Implications of a Listing Agreement Expiring?
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Jun 18, 2020 |
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Ideas for Gaining the Advantage in a Multiple Offer Market
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Jun 11, 2020 |
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Proposed Changes for Payment of Option Fee
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Jun 04, 2020 |
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How does the 30-day Closing Date extension work under the Texas Realtors Covid-19 Addendum?
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May 21, 2020 |
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The Importance of Completing Paragraph 21
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May 14, 2020 |
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Changes to MLS Rules Effective May 1 and Discussion Regarding New Closing Procedures
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Apr 30, 2020 |
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Have you heard of a product called Title Lock?
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Apr 23, 2020 |
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Understanding the contingency and rights of Seller under the Addendum for Sale of Other Property by Buyer.
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Apr 17, 2020 |
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The New Model Covid-19 Certification Form for Property Access
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Apr 09, 2020 |
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In case you missed it, we invite you to listen our Facebook Live Discussion.
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Apr 02, 2020 |
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That Discomfort You’re Feeling
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Mar 26, 2020 |
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The impacts of COVID-19 on 1) the closing process, and 2) the contractual obligations.
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Mar 19, 2020 |
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What is an IBuyer and what are some of the issues when the iBuyer becomes the Seller?
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Mar 12, 2020 |
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Time periods for objections to title and extended Closing Date
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Mar 05, 2020 |
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What is the difference between a Service Animal and an Emotional Support Animal?
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Feb 28, 2020 |
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New Contract Addenda Effective March 1
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Feb 13, 2020 |
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When is a Contract Binding?
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Jan 30, 2020 |
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What Should the Licensee and Buyer Look for in a Resale Certificate?
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Jan 23, 2020 |
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What Should a Licensee Look For in a Resale Certificate?
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Jan 17, 2020 |
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How Long Will Condominium HOA Documents Be Good For After They Have Been Ordered?
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Jan 09, 2020 |
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When Should the HOA Documents Be Obtained for a Condominium Sale?
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Dec 19, 2019 |
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What could happen if the Seller does not disclose on the new Seller’s Disclosure Notice?
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Dec 05, 2019 |
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Extending option periods – does Buyer have to pay something for the extension?
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Nov 21, 2019 |
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Changes to the Addendum Concerning Right to Terminate Due to Lender's Appraisal
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Nov 14, 2019 |
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Smart Homes: Tip for Handling Issues Involving "Smart" Homes
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Nov 07, 2019 |
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Temporary Residential Lease- When the Seller Vacates Early
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Oct 31, 2019 |
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Seller's Disclosure Notice and Beneficiary Responsibility to Complete
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Oct 24, 2019 |
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What You Need to Know About Electronic Closings
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Oct 16, 2019 |
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What does it mean when the contract calls for possession upon closing and funding?
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Oct 10, 2019 |
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Suggestion on how to handle non-realty items in a contact.
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Oct 03, 2019 |
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North Texan Buying Home Scammed Out of 45K
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Sep 27, 2019 |
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Release of Earnest Money Under Sale of Other Property
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Sep 19, 2019 |
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A Message From Dawn
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Sep 12, 2019 |
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Tip for Special Provisions
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Sep 05, 2019 |
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New Seller’s Disclosure Notice effective September 1, 2019
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Aug 29, 2019 |
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Should Remote Controlled Light Bulbs and Nest Thermostat Controls be addressed in the contract?
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Aug 22, 2019 |
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Agents Beware! Fraudsters are using phishing emails designed to look like they are from your closer to obtain personal information.
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Aug 14, 2019 |
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How Not to Fall Prey to Wire Fraud
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Aug 08, 2019 |
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Does the non-realty item addendum need to contain a dollar amount to make it a binding agreement on the seller?
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Aug 01, 2019 |