A Fee Earned by the Seller Broker on Any Sale

See how a fee has been earned and is owed to the seller broker, regardless of who produces a buyer or a tenant during the representation period or when the transaction closes, under an exclusive representation agreement.
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Sandton Agriculture Investments III, LLC v. 4-S Ranch Partners, LLC
Read More Form-of-the-Week: Buyer and Tenant Representation Agreements — Forms 103.1, 103.2, 105.1 and 105.2

Retain a client and earn a fee as an exclusive agent whether the client acquires a leasehold or fee interest.
Read MoreNationally MLOs are far fewer in 2024; CA DRE MLOs increase, DFPI MLOs decrease

The trend for state-licensed MLOs is down in 2024.
Read MoreNewly-licensed sales agent and broker population

This article examines the number of broker and sales agent licenses issued by the DRE from 1998-present, with forecasts about future licensing trends.
Read MoreFARM: Commercial tenant relocation

Use this free letter template to assist your clients. Text only (Company Name) (Company Address) (City), (State) (Zip) Dear (Name), I am a real estate agent specializing in tenant relocation for commercial space. My interest is in your needs regarding your business located at (Company Address). Your
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Use this free letter template to assist your clients. Text only (Company Name) (Company Address) (City), (State) (Zip) Dear (Recipient Name), Are you looking to acquire more suitable facilities for your business? No matter your particular needs for space, I am well positioned to assist you locating
Read More Contents of the Seller Representation Agreement

See the operative provisions of the seller representation agreement, and watch how they function.
Read MoreThe exclusive employment obligations of a broker

Learn the obligations of a seller and their broker under an exclusive seller representation agreement and whether a buyer is ready, willing and able to buy when submitting an offer to purchase.
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Use this first tuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page.
Read More DRE Bulletin Digest: Spring 2025

The DRE’s Real Estate Bulletin informs licensees on rules of conduct, changing legislation and new licensing exams, which we digest to help you keep your practice and conversations current.
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Union Pacific Railroad Company v. Superior Court (Abrams)
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Baca v. Kuang
Read More Consumer Housing Sentiment Bounces Back in May: Fannie Mae Survey

Consumer confidence in the housing market climbed to its highest level this year as Americans relay feeling more hopeful about real estate and the direction of mortgage rates, according to Fannie Mae’s latest National Housing Survey released Monday. Five of six factors included in Fannie Mae’s Home
Read MoreBrokerage Services Performed in Anticipation of Earning a Fee

What are the conditions under which a seller broker earns the right to collect a fee from their seller-client under an exclusive seller representation agreement? Let us count the (many) ways.
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Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only Beach Trip Checklist Swimsuit Sandals A change of clothes Sunscreen Lip balm Beach chair Sandcastle tools (shovel, bucket) A s
Read More Sacramento County housing indicators

Get to know Sacramento County's local housing fundamentals in these charts and forecasts.
Read MoreCalifornia’s for-sale inventory growth: buyer caution rises faster than seller caution

In early 2025, low-tier priced housing has the lowest level of inventory available for sale or rent.
Read MoreFARM: Preparing for your vacation

Use this firsttuesday FARM Letter in your marketing. To request a FARM letter topic, or to see a list of all our FARM letter templates, visit our FARM Letter page. Text only Preparing for your vacation Exploring new places and making lasting memories are the hallmarks of a fantastic vacation. Use th
Read MoreBPO series: Trust deeds, liens and the due-on clause

Rational judgment by buyers and tenants is returning
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