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Alabama Realtors® Challenges CDC Eviction Moratorium in Federal Court
November 24, 2020
The Alabama Association of REALTORS® (AAR) has filed a legal challenge to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Eviction Moratorium (Moratorium) in the United States District Court for the ...
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Terminix to Pay $60 Million in Coastal Alabama Termite Claims Settlement
November 10, 2020
Last week, the Alabama Attorney General’s Office announced a $60 million settlement with Terminix over its termite treatment practices in Mobile, Baldwin and Monroe counties.
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Buyer’s Love Letters
October 20, 2020
In this competitive bidding market for real estate, buyers are often looking for a way to make their offer stand out.
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Appraisal Issues: What Can I Do?
September 22, 2020
Appraisals coming in below the expected value or contract price can be a huge impediment to a pending home sale. Sellers can take steps to avoid an unexpectedly low appraisal but ...
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Propane Tanks on Rural Property: Leased versus Owned
September 15, 2020
Rural properties commonly have a propane tank if a residence is on the property. When these properties are for sale, there is often confusion around the issue of who owns the ...
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Alabama Supreme Court Upholds As-Is Clause in Residential Purchase Agreement
September 8, 2020
REALTORS® applaud the Alabama Supreme Court for a unanimous decision last week upholding the right to contract and providing stability for real estate professionals and buyers and sellers.
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Website Accessibility under the ADA for REALTORS®
August 24, 2020
Lawsuits or letters threatening litigation over website accessibility continue to proliferate the real estate industry. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires certain businesses to make their websites accessible to those ...
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Common Violations & Tips for Dealing with the Alabama Real Estate Commission
July 31, 2020
Going before the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) for any reason is likely not on your bucket list. The Commission, the governmental entity charged by the Legislature with enforcing licensing laws, ...
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Social Media Do’s & Don’ts for REALTORS®
July 28, 2020
As the social media landscape evolves, the rewards are rising, but so are the risks. You should be aware of these concerns as you create content for public view. Take the ...
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COVID-19 Property Management FAQs
June 19, 2020
The Association has received a number of questions regarding foreclosures, forbearance, eviction and property management issues in Alabama arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. The information below has been prepared to help ...
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