RESPA: Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act - Federal law governing real estate transactions and settlement processes

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

TILA: Truth in Lending Act - Federal law requiring disclosure of credit terms and standardizing the manner in which costs associated with borrowing are calculated and disclosed

ADA Compliance: Americans with Disabilities Act - Ensures equal access and non-discrimination for persons with disabilities in real estate transactions

Anti-Trust Laws: Federal laws preventing anti-competitive practices in real estate, including price fixing and market allocation

E-SIGN Act: Federal Electronic Signatures Act - Governs the legal validity of electronic signatures and records in real estate transactions

State Licensing Laws: State-specific requirements for real estate broker licensing, continuing education, and professional conduct

Agency Disclosure Requirements: State-mandated rules requiring disclosure of agency relationships between brokers and clients

State Real Estate Commission Rules: Regulatory framework established by state real estate commissions governing broker conduct and transactions

State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing the formation, execution, and enforcement of real estate contracts

State Consumer Protection Laws: State laws protecting consumers in real estate transactions from unfair or deceptive practices

NAR Code of Ethics: Professional standards and ethical requirements established by the National Association of REALTORSยฎ

MLS Regulations: Rules and regulations governing the use and participation in Multiple Listing Services

Commission Structure: Legal requirements and restrictions regarding real estate commission rates and payment terms

Agency Duration Rules: Legal requirements regarding the term and duration of brokerage agreements

Broker Authority Scope: Legal framework defining the extent and limitations of broker's authority in representing sellers

Disclosure Requirements: Mandatory disclosures regarding property condition, material facts, and potential conflicts of interest

Dispute Resolution: Legal requirements for handling disputes and establishing arbitration or mediation procedures

Dual Agency Regulations: State-specific rules governing situations where a broker represents both buyer and seller

Marketing Requirements: Legal and regulatory requirements for property marketing, advertising, and promotional activities