Classes & Events

Disclosure of Brokerage Relationships

April, 24th, 2024

Class Description: Have you ever thought to yourself: I just wish I had a standardized presentation to be able to explain brokerage relationships to consumers in language they can understand? Well this is your time to shine! This new course covers the basics of disclosure required by the law and focuses on gaining informed consent for the type of service the consumer chooses. A huge section of the class is on the new non-agency relationships option of transaction brokerage and how to explain that to consumers as well. Finally, the class ends with the creation of scripts and language that...

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Western Upstate Town Hall Update on NAR Class Action Settlement

April, 24th, 2024

The National Association of REALTORS® recently announced a settlement agreement, pending court approval, that would end litigation of a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions. Join us for an update from SCR President Reah Smith, SCR Chief Legal Officer Byron King, and Western Upstate Director of Member Services Dianna Brouthers on this important issue. Click here to register.

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When In Doubt: Disclose, Disclose, Disclose

April, 25th, 2024

This is the mandatory course that, with minor exceptions, is required prior to 2023 or 2024 renewals. It focuses on disclosure requirements for real estate licensees, whether relating to property or transaction issues, personal interest, disclosure of fees from more than one party, disclosures to multiple buyer clients, etc. The attendee will also review SC Code of Laws 27-50, the Residential Property Condition Disclosure Act, to identify the role licensees have under this law. This is the mandatory core course and there is no substitution.

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Transaction Brokerage Basics

April, 25th, 2024

Transaction brokerage is a new opportunity under License Law 2017 to perform real estate activities with customers as opposed to clients. It is customer service with a twist and requires mandatory disclosure of services to be offered. A review of LLR’s TB Form Template as well as SCR’s TB agreements is undertaken as well. Click here to register.  

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South Carolina Real Estate Contracts

May, 1st, 2024

This newly updated course focuses on the required forms from LLR as well as the listing and buyer agency agreements from SCR. A complete review of SCR Form 310-residential sales agreement and associated forms and addenda is undertaken.   Click here to register.

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When In Doubt: Disclose, Disclose, Disclose

May, 2nd, 2024

This is the mandatory course that, with minor exceptions, is required prior to 2023 or 2024 renewals. It focuses on disclosure requirements for real estate licensees, whether relating to property or transaction issues, personal interest, disclosure of fees from more than one party, disclosures to multiple buyer clients, etc. The attendee will also review SC Code of Laws 27-50, the Residential Property Condition Disclosure Act, to identify the role licensees have under this law. This is the mandatory core course and there is no substitution. Click here to register.

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Code of Ethics 2.5

May, 2nd, 2024

This course is designed to meet NAR’s requirement of 2.5 hours of ethics training as well as the need for a 2-hour continuing education course. This course give an update to changes to the Code as well as a discussion of several “sticky situations” that are currently being seen in the marketplace. Click here to register.  

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Lunch and Learn: Understanding 1031 Exchanges

May, 9th, 2024

Join Caroline Chandler from Banker Exchange for a comprehensive presentation on 1031 exchanges, designed to demystify the process and clarify its benefits. This session will cover everything from the basics of what a 1031 exchange is to the crucial four requirements for tax deferral. Learn about the pivotal advantages of leveraging a 1031 exchange for investment growth and the significance of selecting the right qualified intermediary. We’ll also decode common 1031 terminology, such as ‘qualified use,’ ‘like-kind,’ ‘value requirements,’ and essential timelines, ensuring you and your clients are well-equipped are equipped to start maximizing those investments today! **No continuing education...

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