RESPA: Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act - Federal law governing real estate transactions and settlement processes, including rules about kickbacks and referral fees between builders and brokers

TILA: Truth in Lending Act - Federal regulation requiring disclosure of credit terms and financial arrangements in real estate transactions

Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in real estate transactions based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status

Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Federal law requiring full disclosure of information to potential buyers in land sales, affecting how builders and brokers must handle certain property transactions

Antitrust Laws: Sherman Act and Clayton Act provisions governing competition and prohibiting anti-competitive practices in real estate arrangements between builders and brokers

State Real Estate Licensing Laws: State-specific regulations governing the licensing and conduct of real estate professionals, including brokers working with builders

State Contractor Laws: State-specific regulations governing construction contractors, including licensing requirements and operational standards for builders

NAR Guidelines: National Association of REALTORSยฎ professional standards and ethical guidelines governing broker conduct in real estate transactions

Building Codes: Local and state construction requirements and standards that builders must comply with and brokers should be aware of

Statute of Frauds: State law requirements mandating certain contracts, including real estate agreements, to be in writing to be enforceable

Consumer Protection Laws: State and federal regulations protecting consumer interests in real estate transactions, including disclosure requirements and advertising standards

Insurance Requirements: State-specific insurance obligations for both builders and brokers, including liability coverage and construction bonds