Arizona REALTOR® VOICE

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July 16, 2019

• Do-Not-Call Registry FAQ
  Because many REALTORS® engage in the business practice of “cold-calling” prospects, theArizona REALTORS® has received questions from members seeking to comply with the law. Click to check out a collection of some of the most popular questions that have been posed.
• How to Structure Broker Relationship with Agents and Staff
  To comply with ADRE rules and maintain agents’ independent contractor status, a broker must supervise and control where required, but stop there.
• ADOH Sets New Income Limits
  The Arizona Department of Housing has announced new income and rent limits that affect programs like HOME, HTF, CDGB and several more.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F Listing Agent and Seller are not Required to Disclose Sex Offender in the Area
  T/F Licensee Must Disclose Status In Real Estate Transaction

July 9, 2019

• Password Platform
  Your Arizona REALTORS® membership offers an alternative to remembering multiple usernames and passwords via the Single Sign-On (SSO) Dashboard.  Using the dashboard means you only need to remember ONE PASSWORD to log-in to multiple applications, including Transaction Desk, zipForm, and eSign.
• Community Outreach Awards
  Once a year, Arizona REALTORS® honors one REALTOR® and one REALTOR® Association/MLS for improving the world around them through community service.  To be considered for the award, the nominee must have addressed a challenge facing their community; developed partnerships with community stakeholders; or involved the public in a project or discussion to improve the community.
• TransactionDesk® Transition
  As more and more members begin to utilize the industry’s leading transaction management system, our experts are ready to help you navigate the program.  Send your questions or concerns with the new platform to td@aaronline.com and the team will get you up speed on our forms provider.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F Landlord’s Remedies Limited Under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA)
  T/F Disposition of Earnest Money When Seller Deprives Buyer of Ability to Obtain Financing

July 2, 2019

• Eminent Domain and the Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendment
  Remember when Arizona homeowners were faced with the state’s use of its eminent domain power to expand the Loop 202 (a.k.a. South Mountain Freeway) in 2015?  With Arizona’s growing population and the need for more and updated modes of transportation, along with infrastructure, the state’s eminent domain power will likely continue to be utilized in the future.

• Victory for Subsidized Housing Vouchers in Arizona
  In September 2018, the subsidized housing community in Arizona began to experience an exodus of landlord participation in housing voucher assistance programs  following an appellate ruling that called into question a landlord’s ability to enforce some provisions of the lease and Housing Assistance Provider (HAP) Agreement.

June 25, 2019

• Risky Relationships
  Our business relationships are extremely important to us. From home inspectors to lenders and contractors we routinely interact with people who we’ve come to trust and enjoy working with.

• Arizona School Report Cards
  Because of the number of drownings and near-drownings in Arizona, most of which involve small children, most places around the state have enacted swimming pool barrier laws. Generally, these laws require that all affected swimming pools (or certain other contained bodies of water) be protected by an enclosure surrounding the pool area, or by another barrier, that meets specific requirements.

• Association Health Plan in the works for Arizona REALTORS®
  Healthcare premiums are not cheap. REALTORS® as sole proprietors/self-employed small businesses understand this all too well. To assist with alleviating the burden of this cost and finding more suitable healthcare, Arizona REALTORS® is working towards a solution – an Association Health Plan.

• Understanding pool barrier laws
  Because of the number of drownings and near-drownings in Arizona, most of which involve small children, most places around the state have enacted swimming pool barrier laws. Generally, these laws require that all affected swimming pools (or certain other contained bodies of water) be protected by an enclosure surrounding the pool area, or by another barrier, that meets specific requirements.

• eSign error via Single Sign-On?
  Have you ever tried going into Arizona REALTORS® eSign through Single Sign-On and received an error message? There are two reasons why you might be getting the error message.

• Legal Hotline
  T/F  Property Manager May Place Animals Left in an Abandoned Property With a Shelter
  T/F  There is No Species Requirement for Service Animals

June 11, 2019

• 2019 Legislative Summary
  This year, the ARIZONA REALTORS® protected our membership from extreme government overreach, which would have required DNA samples from real estate licensees. We successfully passed common sense legislation to allow a real estate licensee to utilize the name they are known by for purposes of advertising. And we stood our ground and came to a consensus with the Central Arizona Homebuilders Association to ensure homeowners’ protections in a construction defect lawsuit.
• New Professional Standards Award
  Arizona REALTORS® is proud to announce the formation of a new award that will recognize a past or current Arizona REALTORS® Professional Standards Committee member who exhibits a passion for professional standards through exceptional service, commitment, preparation, and leadership.
• Ombudsmen Advice; How to Avoid a Consumer Complaint
  At the Arizona REALTORS®, members volunteer to serve as trained ombudsmen, acting as an intermediary charged with communicating the concerns of one party to the other over the phone in an effort to restore a positive relationship. Based on the unique insight ombudsmen obtain, see what they think are the best ways for REALTORS® to avoid a consumer complaint.
• Legal Hotline
  Eviction Procedure After the Death of the Tenant
  Second Mortgage Loan Will Rarely Foreclose
• News & Notes
  Application Deadline for 2020 Primary Committees is Sept. 1.
  10 Things You Can Call Tech Helpline About That You Didn’t Know You Could
  Uber Drivers Being Used as Scouts for Home Flippers
  Landlord/Tenant Disputes & Eviction Actions

June 4, 2019

• Broker Involvement Program Recruitment Phone BankNAR Legislative Meeting Recap
  Volunteers and staff met at the Tucson Association of REALTORS® offices and held a highly successful Broker Involvement Program recruitment phone bank recently.
• ¿Pueden Tus Clientes Leer Esto?
  Can your clients read the title of this article? If so, they may be interested to know that Arizona REALTORS® has translated its most often used forms and advisories into Spanish.
• Tenants in Possession
  When your clients buy a home with a tenant in place, can they immediately evict the tenant and move right into their new home? Can they raise the rent and ask for an additional security deposit? Do you know what new owners can and can’t do? Learn what the law says from attorney Rick Mack in June’s Mack in a Minute video.

May 28, 2019

• NAR Legislative Meeting RecapEach year, thousands of REALTORS® from across the country converge on our nation’s Capital for the annual REALTORS® Legislative Meetings and Trade Expo. Amongst the thousands of individuals that attend, a select few are chosen to directly represent our Arizona membership before our members of Congress.
• Arizona REALTORS® inducted into the RPAC Hall of FameREALTORS® across the country celebrated the 50th anniversary of the REALTORS® Political Action Committee this year. Since 1969, RPAC has promoted the election of pro-REALTOR® candidates across the United States. Voluntary contributions from REALTORS® help to elect candidates who understand and support the interests of the real estate industry. Among those investors, there are a select few who join the ranks of others in becoming a National Association of REALTORS® RPAC Hall of Fame member.
• 2019 Legislative Session Wrap UpIn the early hours of May 28, 2019, the 54^th, 1^st Regular Arizona State Legislative Session adjourned Sine Die after 135 days of session. This legislative session, a total of 1,318 bills were introduced and 331 were passed by the legislature. As of May 28, 2019, 256 of those bills were signed by the governor, seven were vetoed and 68 bills await action. The governor now has ten days to either sign into law, allow for the bills to become law without his signature or veto the remaining bills on his desk. All legislation unless otherwise specified will become effective on August 27, 2019.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F Arizona REALTORS® Forms Are For Member Use Only
  T/F Guardianship May Be Needed if Seller is Incapacitated

May 21, 2019

• Independent contractor or employee? How to ensure your agents and assistants are properly classified.
  The best way to stay out of court is to understand the law at the outset — when organizing your business and hiring agents and employees. You will sleep well and know that you have minimized the risk or a lawsuit or government audit.
• New Arizona REALTORS® Form 
  On June 1, Arizona REALTORS® will release a new form titled Notice / Disclosure. A copy of the new form that has been approved by both the Risk Management Committee and Executive Committee can be found HERE.  In conjunction with your review of the Notice / Disclosure form, Arizona REALTORS® has prepared the below list of frequently asked questions (FAQs), along with answers and pertinent analysis.  Please be sure to review these FAQs to better understand the new form.
• June 1st Forms Revision Release
  In addition to the June 1st release of Arizona REALTORS® new Notice / Disclosure form are revisions to the following forms: (1) Residential Seller Disclosure Advisory page, which serves as the cover page to the Residential Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement; (2) Buyer Attachment page to the Residential Resale Real Estate Purchase Contract; and (3) Agreement Notice Pursuant to the Short Sale Addendum to the Residential Resale Real Estate Purchase Contract.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F Unsolicited Text Message Marketing Is Illegal
  T/F Can a Trip to Hawaii Be Used As a Marketing Tool?

May 14, 2019

• 100 days and counting…
  The Arizona State Legislature has been in session for over 100 days and it doesn’t appear as if they’ll be adjourning any time soon. Since no more bills can be introduced, the legislators are slowly working through the ones they have left, which makes this a good time to let Arizona’s REALTORS® know what bills have been signed into law already this year that could impact their business.
• It’s My Two Cents
  For almost 20 years, Larry King had a weekly column in USA Today titled “It’s My Two Cents.” The column consisted of short, random quips, insights and opinions and was perfect for busy readers with not a lot of time to spend on long articles.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F Arizona REALTOR® Forms Are For Member Use Only
  T/F Seller Violates RESPA by Dictating Title Company for a Transaction

May 7, 2019

• Know Before You Owe – Residential Rental Transaction Privilege Tax Changes
  If you are a REALTOR® that practices property management, understanding the changes that occur with Residential Rental Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) is imperative to your clients and your business.
• Arizona Legislators have Enacted Substantial Changes to Dwelling Actions
  The Arizona Legislature has enacted substantial changes to “dwelling actions” – construction defect litigation that involves single- and multi-family homes.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F: Presence of a Dwelling is Irrelevant to Whether an Affidavit of Disclosure is Required
  T:F: Affidavit Of Disclosure Is Not Required If Six Or More Parcels Are Sold

April 30, 2019

• Accommodating Assistance Animals in Rental Housing  By Attorney General Mark Brnovich
  Landlords are obligated under fair housing laws to grant reasonable accommodations for their tenant’s disabilities if the accommodation would afford the disabled tenant an equal opportunity to use and enjoy the dwelling as a non-disabled tenant.
• Arizona’s New Cell Phone Law
  In today’s day and age, technology has allowed for most of us to have the simple convenience of our workplace in our hands at all times with a mobile device.  For REALTORS®, this technology allows us to easily conduct business on the go. In Arizona, however, the laws surrounding the use of handheld devices have been silent, often defaulting to distracted driving laws or a piecemeal of city ordinances that ban the practice of texting while driving.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F Licensee May Not Practice Real Estate While In Prison 
  T/F Fair Housing Protection of “Familial Status” Not Limited to Tenant’s Children

April 23, 2019

• VICTORY! 
  REALTORS® will soon finally be able to use their commonly known names when conducting business thanks to a bill signed into law last week by Governor Ducey. HB 2371: “real estate; licenses; applications” offers a common-sense solution to an issue that has long been a thorn in many of our REALTOR® members’ sides. With this bill, REALTORS® in Arizona will now be able to use the name they are commonly known by in their advertising.
• Occupational Licensing; Reciprocity
  Arizona is now the first state to allow for broad recognition of out-of-state licenses with Governor Doug Ducey signing HB 2569: “Occupational Licensing; Reciprocity” into law on April 10, 2019. The legislation, which impacts many professions including barbers, nurses, bus drivers, respiratory therapists, security guards, teacher assistants and, yes, real estate licensees, was sponsored by Representative Warren Petersen.
• Mediation Program
  Arizona REALTORS® Buyer-Seller Dispute Resolution Mediation Program is a quick and inexpensive way to settle a dispute between a buyer and a seller.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F Buyer is Contractually Obligated to Provide Seller a Copy of the Inspection Report
  T/F Brokerage May Not Pay Commission to an Unlicensed Limited Liability Company

April 16, 2019

• Pigs are flying. Should landlords prepare for pig stys? 
  More than 80 million Americans own a pet.  Many of us consider them a part of our family, but for some their value goes far beyond companionship.  While service animals provide legitimate assistance to those with disabilities, the controversy related to emotional support animals (ESA) continues to generate headlines as people seek a “prescription” that includes everything from hamsters to peacocks and yes… Pigs
• REALTORS® Focus on Building Business at 2019 Arizona REALTORS® Convention
  Laser focused on growing their business and better servicing their clients, REALTORS® from across the state recently gathered in Scottsdale for the 2019 Arizona REALTORS® Convention. Successful agents from across the state and around the country were on hand, revealing their techniques and sharing tips. Here are some highlights we didn’t want you to miss!
• Fair Housing Quiz
  Think you’re pretty well versed in federal fair housing law?  Answer these 12 questions to see whether you’re ready to tout your fair housing know-how to your clients and customers.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F Agents May Not Accept Cash from Home Warranty Representatives for Referrals
  T/F Agents Should Not Advocate for a Client After Closing

April 9, 2019

• April is Fair Housing Month!
  Last year REALTORS® around the country joined together to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act.  From pet accommodation and racial discrimination to issues related to gender, matters related to housing continue to evolve.
• Flood Donation Announcement
  During the recent Arizona REALTORS® State Convention your Executive Committee voted to make a contribution to the Nebraska Association of REALTORS® to help rebuild after the devestating floods that have caused so much damage around the state.
• Legal Hotline
  T/F: Use of Specific Arizona REALTORS® Forms is Not Required.
• T/F: Consent is Required for Dual Agency.

April 2, 2019

• Moving at the speed of Government
  Arizona is a state on the leading edge in the technology sector, and now innovative and disruptive technologies in the property sector have a home thanks to Governor Doug Ducey when he signed HB 2657 into law on March 21.
• Arizona REALTORS® are Stepping up in a Major Way for Statewide Advocacy EffortsMere months after orchestrating an overwhelming victory at the ballot on Proposition 126, individual REALTORS® across the state have been stepping forward to become Major Investors in RAPAC
• Legal Hotline
  • The landlord and tenant execute an Arizona REALTORS® Residential Lease Agreement for a one-year term expiring on February 28^th.  The tenant advised the landlord that he was vacating the premises on February 26^thand had all of his personal effects removed by February 28^th.   Did the lease terminate on February 28^th?
  • The buyer and seller entered into an Arizona REALTORS® Residential Resale Real Estate Purchase Contract.  After the inspection was completed and before the inspection period was over, the buyer submitted a Buyer’s Inspection Notice and Seller’s Response (“BINSR”) that did not identify any items disapproved.  Rather, the BINSR on Page 1 said “see attachment.”  The attachment was an addendum reducing the purchase price by $7,000.00 signed by the buyer.  The seller is unwilling to reduce the price by $7,000 and rejected the proposed addendum.  May the buyer cancel based on the seller’s rejection of the addendum? 

March 19, 2019

• What’s in a name??? Everything
  If someone was to ask you about Edwin Eugene Aldrin Jr., you may ask who is that? But if someone was to say the name “Buzz” Aldrin, you would recognize that he was one of the first two humans to land on the Moon. Simply put, a name is everything.  But under current law advertising under the name you go by, the one your friends, family and your clients know you as, could be a violation of statute and Arizona Department of Real Estate rule.
• TransactionDesk®
  We’re excited to announce that TransactionDesk® is now available as a member benefit.  MLS Integration, Forms, Document Storage and eSignature with Authentisign are all included with the new program.
• What a Week!
  The annual gathering of the state’s REALTORS® has wrapped up and by all accounts the 2019 Arizona REALTORS® Convention was a tremendous success!
• Legal Hotline
  • True or False?
    In the Arizona REALTORS® contract, the parties give the escrow company the authority to disburse the earnest money pursuant to the terms and conditions of the contract. Yes or No? 
    Does the Lead-Based Paint Disclosure apply to rental properties?

March 12, 2019

• RPAC + REALTOR® PARTY = RESULTS
  Few organizations have the record of success that REALTORS® have enjoyed over the last 50 years.  The combined effort at the local, state and federal level have protected our industry and created the opportunity for continued growth.
• TransactionDesk®
  New member benefit from the Arizona Association of REALTORS®.  Click HERE to find out what’s included in this new member benefit and see how you can register for training.
• 5 Quick Facts and Tips About the SPDS.
• Legal Hotline
  • May an owner of property serve as a dual agent?
  • Must the seller pump the septic tank prior to the sale of the property?

March 5, 2019

• TransactionDesk®
  With this new member benefit you’ll have access to real estate’s leading transaction management solution.
• Provision to require DNA sample from Arizona REALTORS® eliminated
  Even well-intended legislation must be carefully reviewed for unintended consequences that could impact Arizona REALTORS®.
• Legal Hotline
  • Uploading SPDS & Insurance Claims History Report into MLS Does Not Constitute Delivery Per the Contract
  • Buyer’s Failure to Act during the Three Day Cure Period Allows the Seller to Cancel the Contract

February 26, 2019

• Advertising Checklist
  When advertising, can you answer “yes” to ALL of the Advertising Checklist questions to ensure compliance with Arizona rules and statutes?
• ICYMI: TransactionDesk® is Coming!
  Arizona REALTORS® will be rolling out TransactionDesk® by Lone Wolf Technologies (Lone Wolf) as a member benefit.
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Request for Credit Still Improper Through a BINSR
  • Do Advertising Lists of Properties For Sale Have to Contain the Brokerage Name?

February 19, 2019

• Who Does What?!?
  End the confusion and learn what each entity does for you and who you need to call for information.

• Arizona REALTORS® Membership Survey
  If you haven’t already, please take a few moments to answer our 12 question survey.
• Are You Using MLS-Connect®?
  Need to fill out your zipForm® forms quickly? Use zipFormMLS-Connect®!
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Licensees Must be Paid by Their Broker 
  • How Many Days Does a Property Manager Have to Return Funds?

February 12, 2019

• Arizona REALTORS® does NOT give your data to Zillow
  Who really gives your data to syndication websites?
• Top 10 Reasons to Attend the 2019 Arizona REALTORS® Convention
  Don’t miss this year’s REALTORS® Convention!
• How Tech Helpline can Help You
  Are you taking advantage of your member benefit, Tech Helpline?
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: A Septic Inspection May be Waived
  • Should Commission be Negotiated in a Contract

February 5, 2019

• Top Code of Ethics Charged in 2018
• What Every Agent and Broker Should Know About Filing Taxes
• Want to be on a NAR Committee? Here’s how
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Cancellation Under 6j Remains in Effect Once Given
  • Can Scrivener’s Error be Corrected?

January 29, 2019

• 2019 Amendments to the Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual
• The History of Arizona REALTOR® Scholarships
• Stand Out from the Crowd with MRES
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: A Mold Test is Legally Required
  • Is the Broker Responsible for Supervising Agents?

January 23, 2019

• FAQs: 2019 Commercial Real Estate Purchase Contract
• February 1st Forms Revision Release
• REALTOR® Day at the Capitol Recap
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Being a REALTOR® is Required to Receive Compensation
  • Can a Property Manager Refuse to Work with Clients Violating the Fair Housing Act?

January 15, 2019

• Housing History Repeats Itself
• Federal Updates from NAR
• How Are You Going to Sell My House?
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: HOAs Can Prohibit ‘For Sale’ Signs
  • Seller Doesn’t Close Escrow or Does But Doesn’t Move, Now What?

January 8, 2019

• ICYMI: New Forms Provider Coming
• Federal Updates from NAR
• Top 10 Tech Helpline Questions
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Equitable Title is the Same as Legal Title
  • Can Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Be Waived by Power of Attorney?

January 2, 2019

• Ringing in a New Forms Provider
• Here’s to a Happy New Year!
• Five Tips to Double Your Business
• Legal Hotline
  • Listing Broker Claims Suicide Disclosure is Illegal
  • T or F: HOA May Impose Additional Fees on Rental Property

December 26, 2018

• New Year, New President: What’s Ahead
• How Tech Will Change Real Estate
• Ring Out the Old and In the New
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Fair Housing Logo Applies to Transaction Texts
  • Must Seller Use Vacant Land/Lot Addendum for 2.5 Acres Zoned R-43?

December 18, 2018

• How Arizona REALTORS® Give Back
• Ring Out the Old in 2019
• TPT Changes Affect Two Arizona Cities
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Seller May Pay a Non-Licensee a Finders Fee
  • When Handwritten Provisions Beat the Boilerplate

December 11, 2018

• REALTORS® Amend Arizona’s Constitution
• Mapping the Future of Real Estate
• ‘Tis the Season for Email Scams
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Cure Notice is An Automatic Cancellation
  • Which Licensee Should Be Listed on the READE Form?

December 4, 2018

• New LLC Law Poses Traps for Unwary Members
• Tax Reform Creates Real Estate Opportunities
• The Question Is: Have You Served?
• Legal Hotline
  • Can Dual Agent Share Pricing Information?
  • What Form Should FSBO Buyer’s Agent Use?

November 27, 2018

• Preview Video: Real Estate Rendezvous
• VA Loan Limits or Limitless?
• What Does ARELLO Stand For?
• Legal Hotline
  • Is Single Buyer Listing Agreement Valid If Expiration is COE?
  • T or F: You Must Check Do-Not-Call Registry Before Calling FSBO

November 20, 2018

• Where Have All the Listings Gone?
• Housing News for Veterans
• Time-Saving Single Sign-On Tips
• Legal Hotline
  • Can Commission Rebate Be Tied to a Referral?
  • T or F: Seller May Dictate Title Company If Seller Pays All Fees

November 13, 2018

• Prop 126 Passes Thanks to You!
• More Arizonans Living in Floodplains?
• How Endorsements Faired at the Polls
• Legal Hotline
  • Is Buyer in Breach of Contract if Financing Changes to FHA?
  • What is the Earliest Time Seller Can Issue a Cure Period Notice?

November 6, 2018

• TODAY IS THE DAY to Vote YES on 126!
• 2018 RAPAC Rally Ride
• REALTOR® Friendly Candidates
• Legal Hotline
  • Must Landlord Compensate Tenant for Showings?
  • T or F: Buyer Limited to One Inspection During 10-Day Period

October 30, 2018

• Fight Misinformation About Prop 126
• How to Protect Yourself & Your Clients from Cyberattack
• REALTOR® Friendly Candidates
• Legal Hotline
  • Must Seller Make a Skinny-Dipping Disclosure?
  • T or F: Cure Notice Cannot Be Dated Prior to Delivery Date

October 23, 2018

• Protect Your Livelihood: Vote YES on 126!
• Resolving Remote (Computer) Connections
• REALTOR® Friendly Candidates
• Legal Hotline
  • Can Seller Cancel Because of a Pipe Burst?
  • T or F: Estoppel Cert Not Required in Residential Purchase Contract

October 16, 2018

• Arizona REALTORS® Champion Prop 126
• REALTOR® Friendly Candidates
• VIDEO: ADRE Teams Workgroup
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Two Designated Brokers May Share a Licensed Assistant
  • Can eWithdrawal of Counter Offer Override Signed Counter Offer?

October 9, 2018

• Arizona REALTORS® Champion Prop 126
• Mitigating Cyber Risk
• REALTOR® Friendly Candidates
• Legal Hotline
  • Can HOA Prohibit Political Signs?
  • T or F: Tenant Protected If Dwelling Burned Down by Wildfire

October 2, 2018

• Arizona REALTORS® Champion Prop 126
• “As-Is” is Not Necessary
• VIDEO: ADRE on Social Media Posts
• Legal Hotline
  • Can Buyer Cancel Contract If Seller Denies Credit in BINSR?
  • T or F: Landlord Can Accept More Than 45 Days Pre-Paid Rent

September 25, 2018

• Revised Buyer Contingency Addendum
• VIDEO: Unlicensed Assistants
• Don’t Let State Politicians Over Tax You!
• Legal Hotline
  • Can Tenant Remove Someone Not on Lease From Rental Property?
  • T or F: Tenant Must Allow Access for Showings

September 18, 2018

• PREVIEW: Revised Critical Date List
• Why You Should Vote YES on Prop 126
• REALTOR® Safety Tips Video
• Legal Hotline
  • Is Joint Marketing Permitted Between Real Estate Service Providers?
  • T or F: Dodd-Frank Act Applies to Commercial Transactions

September 11, 2018

• Nicknames Must Be Approved by ADRE
• 2018 REALTOR® Caucus Looks Ahead
• NEW Member Orientation Video
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Brokerage Can Pay Referral Fee to Non-Licensee
  • Is Verbal “Co-Broke” Enforceable with Listing Broker?

September 4, 2018

• Silver Anniversary of the Contract
• ADRE Making Education Changes
• Revised Residential Financing Q&As
• Legal Hotline
  • Does Multiple Counter Offer Negate Negotiations?
  • T or F: Seller Must Disclose HOA Notices for House to Be Painted

August 28, 2018

• REALTOR® Friendly Candidates
• What’s Making the Phone Ring at the ADRE?
• Outreach Award Nominations Due Aug. 31
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: SPDS Waiver Eliminates Disclosure Obligations
  • Can Buyer Cancel Contract After Home Inspection Period?

August 21, 2018

• Commissioner’s Roots in Real Estate
• Early Bird Discount Ends Soon!
• Community Outreach Award Noms Due Aug. 31
• Legal Hotline
  • Boilerplate vs Handwritten Language: Which One Wins?
  • T or F: Agent listing her own house can represent any buyer

August 14, 2018

• Avoiding Hollywood Hiccups in Arizona
• Tick Tock! Time is Running Out
• Early Bird Discounts Ends Aug. 31
• Legal Hotline
  • Looking for a Standard Cancellation Form?
  • What Happens to Property Mgt. Agreement When Owner Dies?

August 7, 2018

• Drought Impacts Arizona Housing
• “As Is” Doesn’t Replace Disclosure
• Sending Docs from zipForm® to eSign
• Legal Hotline
  • T of F: Spouse Always Has Ownership Interest Before Divorce is Final
  • Can Agent Take Book of Business from One Brokerage to Another?

July 31, 2018

• REALTOR® Friendly Candidates
• New eSolution for Filing TPTs
• Can You Spot a Spoof?
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Leased Propane Tank and Gas Therein Convey to Buyer
  • Can a Team Work Out of Separate Brokerages?

July 24, 2018

• Early Form Release on August 3!
• Commercial Member Benefit Renegotiated
• Contact Guidelines for Commercial Forms
• Legal Hotline
  • T or F: Arizona REALTORS® Forms May be Used Statewide
  • Why “On or Before is a Bad Contract Idea

July 17, 2018

• Seating is Limited for REALTOR® Caucus
• Filing Period Open for State Elections
• Tech Helpline vs Tech Help Fraud
• Legal Hotline
  • Choosing the Right Form to Alert Seller That Buyer’s Loan was Denied
  • How Many Days to Cancel After SPDS if Outside the Inspection Period?

July 10, 2018

• More Than 400,000 Signatures!
• 6 Tips to Work With an Appraiser
• Register Now for REALTOR® Caucus
• Legal Hotline
  • When Does Cure Notice Really Go Into Effect?
  • T or F: Licensee May Assist With Airbnb Rentals Outside of Brokerage?

July 3, 2018

• Losing Your Commission is Easy
• Member Benefits: Tap Into Tech
• Vote for Candidates Supporting REALTORS®
• Legal Hotline
  • Is More Than One Buyer Contingency Necessary?
  • T or F: Seller Can Reject Removal of Contingency

June 26, 2018

• Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act
• Vote for Who Supports Your Industry
• NFIP to Expire Mid-Monsoon Season
• Legal Hotline
  • If Property Foreclosed On, is New Owner Bound by Tenant’s Lease?
  • Is Month-to-Month Tenant Required to Pay or Stay After Foreclosure?

June 19, 2018

• Vote for Who Supports Our Industry
• Click Here to Extend Flood Insurance
• 5 Tips to Deter ‘Social Engineering’ Fraud
• Legal Hotline
  • Should Property Manager Convey Pre-Paid Rent or Hold in a Trust?
  • T or F: Residential Landlord May Evict a Tenant for Growing Marijuana

June 12, 2018

• Highlights From DOJ-FTC Workshop
• Women Are Paying More for Housing
• Sign Up for SSO for Your Chance to Win!
• Legal Hotline
  • What is a Leasehold Estate and Why Should Your Clients Know?
  • Can Seller Unilaterally Cancel Listing Agreement?

June 5, 2018

• 2018 President Reflects on First Six Months
• Sign Up for SSO for Your Chance to Win!
• WeMAR Shares Lifesaving Flyer
• Legal Hotline
  • When to Disclose Material Financing Facts in Listing
  • Can Listing Agent Refuse to Show Offer to Seller?

May 30, 2018

• Sign Up for SSO for Your Chance to Win!
• Mobile/Manufactured Home Summary
• Highlights from 2018 Legislative Meetings
• Legal Hotline
  • Why Perc Tests Should be Performed Within Inspection Period
  • Is Seller Required to Disclose Neighborhood Drug Rehab Group Home?

May 22, 2018

• Revised Residential Landlord/Tenant Act
• ‘Who Does What’ at the State Association
• Avoid Problems Using Contract Basics
• Legal Hotline
  • Do Property Management Companies Need to be Licensed?
  • Seller Refusing to Show Home to Handicapped Buyer

May 15, 2018

• Revised Forms Effective June 1
• State House Results for Real Estate
• Single Sign-On Rocks: Here’s Why
• Legal Hotline
  • Which Docs are Due to a Referring Broker
  • The Risk of Posting Two Brokerage Signs in One Yard

May 8, 2018

• Wastewater Addendum Revised
• Revisions to zipFormMLS-Connect®
• Changes in Arizona Real Estate Law
• Legal Hotline
  • Must Heirs Sell if Owner Dies Before Close of Escrow?
  • T or F: Licensee can Assist Investors Outside of the Brokerage

May 1, 2018

• Arizona Ramping Up New Inventory
• What to Do With Tenant Possessions?
• SSO Makes Logging In a Breeze
• Legal Hotline
  • Can One Agent Pay Another to Babysit Property?
  • When a Tenant’s Non-Term Lease Ends

April 24, 2018

• Sexual Harassment in Housing
• 10 Things to Know About Writing Offers
• Speedier Certs, Safer for Homeowners
• Legal Hotline
  • If Seller in Arrears on Water Bill, is Buyer on the Hook?
  • T or F: Landlord May Charge a Pet Deposit for Assistance Dog

April 17, 2018

• More Ways to Sell Manufactured Housing
• SSO is Your Key to Convenience
• NEW 3rd Ed. Guide to Law & Practice
• Legal Hotline
  • Should Agents Hire a Third-Party to Cold Call Expired Listings?
  • May a Licensee Handle Transactions for Two Designated Brokers?

April 10, 2018

• What Does Your MLS Require for Offers?
• Are You “Digitally Hugging” Your Clients?
• SSO is So-So Easy
• Legal Hotline
  • Broker Beware: An HOA Improperly Forecloses and Tries to Sell
  • If FHA Financing Requires Repairs, Does Seller Have to Make Them?

April 3, 2018

• When It’s Okay to Discuss Commissions
• Single Sign-On Has Launched!
• Arizona REALTOR® Convention Highlights
• Legal Hotline
  • Who Should Resolve a Brokerage Dispute?
  • Can Buyer’s Broker Assist Seller in Property Purchase?

March 27, 2018 Special Edition

• Single Sign-On Has Officially Launched

March 20, 2018

• Evolution of Seller Concessions
• Single Sign-On Preview (video)
• NAR Raises the Bar for REALTORS®
• Legal Hotline
  • Before Seller Responds to BINSR, Can Buyer Add Additional Repairs?
  • T or F: BINSR Waives Seller’s Requirement to Treat for Rodents/Rats

March 13, 2018

• Protect Arizonans From Services Tax
• Checking Your Checkboxes
• What FHA Does & Doesn’t Do
• Legal Hotline
  • Husband & Wife Go Into a Lease…can one sign addendum for both?
  • When Advertising Funds Should be Placed Into a Trust Account

March 7, 2018

• Self-Showing Lockboxes & Vacant Properties
• New Voices, New Perspectives
• Best Practices: 8 Tips You Need to Know
• Legal Hotline
  • Brokerage Sign Requirements
  • Can Seller Refuse Addendum, if Cash Buyer Now Wants a Loan?

February 28, 2018

• HB 2507 Hits Homeowners Where it Hurts
• What’s the Risk for Fix & Flips?
• The Finances of Owning vs. Renting
• Legal Hotline
  • Does Call for “Highest & Best” Create an Auction?
  • T or F: Brokerage May Hold Security Deposits for Its Licensees

February 23, 2018

• Residential Rental TPT Update
• Disclosures: Dual Agents & More
• Why Your Peers Invest in RAPAC
• Legal Hotline
  • Is Contract Valid Without Time Stamp?
  • Who’s Obligated to Make Public Restrooms Wheelchair Accessible?

February 13, 2018

• More You Need to Know About Commissions
• Single Sign-On (SSO) Debuts Soon
• Celebrating Fair Housing’s Big 5-0
• Legal Hotline
  • Is There a Contract if Seller Withdraws Counter Offer?
  • When a Multi-Counter Form May be Used During Negotiations

February 6, 2018

• Who Wrote the Book on Member Benefits (video)
• ICYMI: Can Seller Refuse Entry After Inspection?
• What You Need to Know About Commissions
• Legal Hotline
  • Is Seller Obligated to Sell for Full-Price Offer?
  • Out of Office: Do You Need to Reassign Your Listings?

January 31, 2018

• What You Need to Know About Offers
• More Form Revisions Coming Soon
• Will Options be Enforced Without Key Terms?
• Legal Hotline
  • How Long Do I Have to Keep Listing Agreements?
  • Should Management Fees be Charged on Sales Tax?

January 25, 2018

• Too Many Passwords to Recall?
• Buyer Advisory Update on Mold
• What Every REALTOR® Needs to Know
• Legal Hotline
  • Spouse is in a Coma and the Only Name on Their Deed. Now What?
  • Impact on Title Insurance After Buyer Transfers Ownership to LLC

January 17, 2018

• REALTORS® Converge on the Capitol
• The State of Arizona’s Housing Market
• Power Writing Skills for REALTORS®
• Legal Hotline
  • When half of a PLLC retires, must the company change its name?
  • Half of a PLLC has gone to work for a different broker, now what?

January 9, 2018

• Can Seller Refuse Entry After Inspection?
• How Tax Reform Impacts REALTORS®
• Top 10 Most Popular Tech Helpline Questions
• Legal Hotline
  • Can Transaction Coordinators Work for Two Separate Brokerages?
  • Exceptions to the National Do-Not-Call Registry

January 2, 2018

• Your Success is Our Business
• Arizona REALTORS® Party Rocks
• Property Managers Take Note
• Legal Hotline
  • Is Broker Responsible for Agent Selling His or Her Own Property?
  • Y or N: Girlfriend Entitled to Terminate Lease After Domestic Dispute