Protecting Your Real Estate Career: How Realtors Can Avoid Getting Sued

Join us for a comprehensive webinar titled “Protecting Your Real Estate Career: Avoid Lawsuits,” where we equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to ensure a successful, lawsuit-free real estate career. In the world of real estate, legal challenges are a common threat that can jeopardize your livelihood and financial security. This webinar serves as your essential guide to proactively safeguarding your real estate career.

 

Experts, Attorney Jim Brown with 20 years of experience in real estate law, and Ryan Poole, founder of RealTrade and a seasoned real estate agent, will dive into critical topics to empower you to navigate the complexities of the real estate industry while minimizing the risk of lawsuits.

 

Webinar Highlights:

Understanding Your Role: Gain clarity on your roles and responsibilities as a transaction broker or single agent. Learn how to effectively manage these roles to prevent conflicts that can lead to legal troubles. Navigating the “As Is” Contract: Explore the nuances of the “As Is” contract, including default provisions and crucial timelines. Discover practical strategies to ensure contract compliance and protect your interests. Business Incorporation for Reduced Liability: Learn how to strategically incorporate your real estate business to reduce personal liability. Explore various legal structures and their implications for real estate professionals. Protecting Your Commission: Discover proven tactics to safeguard your hard-earned commissions. We’ll also address common commission dispute pitfalls and how to avoid them. Legalities of Property Sale: Dive into property transaction complexities. Understand who can sell a property and the authority to sign a listing agreement. Gain insights into key considerations that can preempt disputes. Understanding Release & Cancellation Contracts: Develop a comprehensive understanding of release and cancellation contracts. Uncover what these contracts entail and their significance in real estate transactions, empowering you to handle them confidently. Preventing Discrimination Claims: Learn essential guidelines for steering clear of discrimination issues in real estate transactions. Ensure compliance with anti-discrimination laws and mitigate the risk of costly legal disputes. Avoiding Legal and Tax Opinions: Understand the importance of refraining from offering legal or tax opinions to clients. Explore effective strategies for referring clients to the appropriate professionals when necessary. The Importance of Contract Reading: Emphasize the significance of thorough contract comprehension in real estate transactions. Real-life examples will underscore the repercussions of neglecting contract details.  

Q&A Session:

Have your specific questions addressed and seek clarification on the discussed topics. Our panel of experts, Attorney Jim Brown and Ryan Poole, will provide tailored insights to address your concerns.