Minimizing Liability in the Real Estate Broker-Client Relationship Training Class

Course ID: 20963

Minimizing Liability in the Real Estate Broker-Client Relationship Training Seminar

Prevent and Resolve Realtor-Client Disputes

Do you understand all of the rules and laws governing the real estate broker-client relationship? Can you recognize potential disputes before they escalate? Our experienced faculty will help you build the knowledge and skills you need to successfully mitigate liability, diffuse disputes, handle complaints and prevent lawsuits related to the realtor-client relationship. Register today!

Prevent unintentional missteps with an understanding of brokers' legal duties to their clients.
Learn how to prevent and resolve legal complications that can arise when the broker operates as a dual agent.
Ensure proper disclosure by recognizing what constitutes a "material fact" and what defects the broker is responsible for even if they're not noticed.
Avoid common mistakes that lead to misrepresentation or nondisclosure disputes.
Find out the best ways to handle commission splits with out-of-state brokers to avoid conflicts.
Gain key techniques for drafting undisputable commission contracts.
Learn best practices for advising clients on remedies for agent failures.
Avoid lawsuits for injuries sustained during property tours by identifying broker liability and taking precautionary measures.
Learn what agreement language and standard protocols you should use to facilitate win-win relationships.
Don't lose your real estate license: Find out how best to respond to complaints filed with the real estate board and association of realtors.


	Agenda
	THE BROKER'S LEGAL OBLIGATIONS TO CLIENTS: 9:00 - 10:00, Mikhael D. Charnoff and Ann-Lewise Shaw The Legalities of Working in an Agent vs. Non-Agent Capacity Overview of National Association of Realtors© Standards of Practice Confidentiality and Reasonable Care Accurate Reporting and Documentation Who Does the Closing Lawyer Represent? BREACH OF FIDUCIARY DUTY 10:00 - 10:50, Matthew M. Moore and Ann-Lewise Shaw Dual Agent Issues Acting in the Client's Best Interest Case Studies Involving Breach of Fiduciary Duty Remedies and Resolution Strategies MISREPRESENTATION AND NONDISCLOSURE DISPUTES 11:05 - 11:45, Mikhael D. Charnoff Disclosure Requirements and Key Elements of the Disclosure Form Case Studies of Nondisclosure Disputes Case Studies of Misrepresentation Disputes Remedies and Resolution Strategies SALES COMMISSION DISPUTES 11:45 - 12:30, Matthew M. Moore and Ann-Lewise Shaw NAR Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice & Arbitration Guidelines (Includes: Defining "Procuring Cause," Time Considerations, Oral Agreements and Payment Liability) Subterfuge to Avoid Payment of Commission Working With Out-of-State Brokers Career Transitions and Their Effects on Commission Keys to Structuring the Employment or Commission Contract Strategies to Ensure Commission Payment: Safeguarding the Agent OTHER BROKER-CLIENT DISPUTES 1:30 - 2:15, John C. Altmiller and Martin C. Conway Earnest Money Disputes Liability for Injuries During Property Tours Housing Discrimination Spam and Privacy Concerns Remedies and Resolution Strategies LEGAL STRATEGIES TO FACILITATE WIN-WIN RELATIONSHIPS 2:15 - 2:50, John C. Altmiller, Martin C. Conway and Ann-Lewise Shaw Key Language and Provisions in Standard Agreements Inspection Reports to Avoid Nondisclosure Common Mistakes to Avoid NVAR Standard Forms HANDLING COMPLAINTS FILED WITH THE REAL ESTATE BOARD AND ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS 3:05 - 3:30, John C. Altmiller and Martin C. Conway Rules Regarding Handling the Filing of Complaints Responding to Complaints The Investigation Process Effective Strategies at the Commission Hearing ETHICS FOR THE REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY 3:30 - 4:30, John C. Altmiller and Martin C. Conway Avoiding Conflicts of Interest The Attorney-Client Privilege Code of Professional Responsibility Curing Title Defects Before Closing Reporting Misconduct Attorneys' Fees