A look at the evolution of the real estate team and its role not only within individual brokerages, but also within the industry as a whole.

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, we thought we’d take the opportunity to review some best practices to make sure you are in compliance with the laws.

At every level of the Realtor® Association, I’ve witnessed the tremendous amount of charitable work being done by Realtors®. We invest our time, money, and heart into many, many important organizations.

In my last column I discussed the duties imposed on real estate agents by the Massachusetts Consumer Protection Act, Chapter 93A. Chapter 93A requires brokers, salespersons, and other business persons to disclose all facts known by a real estate licensee about defects in a property, even if a buyer or tenant does not ask. This article will focus on procedures for Chapter 93A claims, procedural defenses, and methods to reduce risk.