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, familial status, or disability

ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act - Federal law ensuring accessibility and preventing discrimination against individuals with disabilities

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

ECOA: Equal Credit Opportunity Act - Federal law prohibiting discrimination in credit transactions, including real estate financing

State Licensing Laws: State-specific requirements for real estate professionals' licensing, continuing education, and practice standards

Agency Disclosure Requirements: State-mandated rules regarding disclosure of agency relationships between brokers, sellers, and buyers

State Contract Laws: State-specific requirements governing the formation and enforcement of real estate contracts

State Consumer Protection: State laws designed to protect 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 REALTORS��

Real Estate Commission Rules: State-specific regulations established by real estate commissions governing professional conduct and transactions

MLS Rules: Multiple Listing Service requirements for property listings, including accuracy, timing, and presentation of information

Commission Terms: Requirements for clearly stating broker compensation, including rates, terms, and conditions

Duration Clauses: Specifications for the time period of the listing agreement, including start and end dates

Property Description Standards: Requirements for accurate and complete property descriptions and pricing information

Broker Duties: Legal and contractual obligations of the broker, including marketing, showing, and negotiating responsibilities

Seller Obligations: Legal and contractual duties of the seller, including property access, disclosure, and cooperation requirements

Dual Agency Provisions: Requirements for disclosure and handling of situations where a broker represents both buyer and seller

Termination Provisions: Conditions and procedures for early termination of the listing agreement by either party

Dispute Resolution: Procedures and requirements for handling disputes between parties, including mediation and arbitration provisions