Author: ft Editorial Staff

This article explains the broker’s continuing responsibilities when delegating his supervisory duties to an office manager or transaction coordinator. Supervision delegated, not agency A salesperson employed by a broker is...

This article discusses the effect a marriage has on a spouse’s ability to sell real estate. The broker’s role A broker who represents a married person in the sale, lease or financing of community real estate must...

This article discusses fire safety requirements for landlords, including smoke detectors, posting fire safety information and security bars. Fireworks safety first tuesday wishes you a fun and safe 4th of July holiday, and as a...

This article comments on the reasons for accepting an offer with little to no down payment, the presentation of the offer and brokerage fee aspects, and alternative structuring to generate cash. Minimizing the carryback risks A...

This article clarifies the extent of the broker’s duty to disclose the tax aspects of a real estate transaction to his client. Knowledge of material facts disclosed An owner of income-producing real estate wants to sell...