Top 5 Tips from the 2018 Annual Meeting Legal Update

Promotional incentives (cash or a prize) may be considered an illegal referral fee if the recipient is anyone other than a potential buyer or seller. (MCL 339.25.12(1)(h))
According to Michigan law, homeowners are allowed to have a camera recording video for security purposes. However the law does NOT PERMIT the audio that may go with the video. (MCL 750.539d, MCL 750.539c)
Parties can conduct real estate transactions using electronic signatures and electronic delivery if, and only if, all parties agree to conduct business electronically. (MCL 450.831 et seq.) Language to satisfy this statue is found in the GLAR purchase agreement. (Purchase agreement, point 27)
Residential landlords can prohibit the use and/growth of marijuana regardless of it’s legality as long as the lease contains specific language prohibiting the legal use/growth of marijuana.
When advertising a property (even on social media), an agent CANNOT imply preference based upon an individual’s protected class. Example: Great for newlyweds or empty nesters!

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