📱 BIC Tip #1070: Think Before You Text
We’ve all done it — sent a quick text to keep a deal moving.
“Seller agreed to repair.”
“Buyer’s fine with the new price.”
“Go ahead and accept the offer.”
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📸 BIC Tip #1069: Photos Can Get You Fined
That perfect listing photo might get you clicks — but it could also get you fined.
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💬 BIC Tip #1068: Don’t Promise What You Can’t Deliver
In real estate, confidence is key — but overpromising can cost you.
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BIC Tip #1067: Disclose It — Even If It’s Been Repaired
When it comes to disclosure in North Carolina real estate, one rule stands above the rest:
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BIC Tip #1065: Disputed Earnest Money
Earnest money is designed to show a buyer’s good faith when entering into a real estate contract. But what happens when things don’t go as planned, and both parties claim the money? In North Carolina, the rules are stric…
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BIC Tip #1064: Practice Safe Contracts
When it comes to real estate transactions, oral promises don’t hold up in North Carolina. This is especially true when it comes to post-closing repairs.
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BIC Tip #1063: All Compensation Must Flow Through the Firm
n North Carolina, the rules for handling real estate compensation are crystal clear — all money must flow through the firm. This requirement is not just a technicality; it’s a cornerstone of compliance that protects both…
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BIC Tip #1062: Repairs & the Contract in North Carolina
Repairs are one of the most common points of confusion in a real estate transaction. As a broker, it’s critical to understand how North Carolina contracts treat repairs — and when they’re binding versus optional.
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BIC Tip #1061: How to Handle Crime Statistics and Fair Housing
When clients are deciding where to buy or rent, one of the most common questions they ask is: “How safe is this neighborhood?” While it’s a natural concern, brokers in North Carolina must be very careful in how they resp…
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BIC Tip #1060: Using the Builder Referral Form (Form 731)
In North Carolina real estate, clear agreements are critical — especially when it comes to referral fees. The Builder Referral Form (Form 731) was created for situations where a licensed real estate broker refers a buyer…
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BIC Tip #1059: Clear Cooperation – New Listing Options Coming
Real estate brokers across North Carolina should take note: Canopy MLS has approved important updates to the Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) that will go into effect starting in Q1 of 2026. These changes introduce two new…
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BIC Tip #1058: Understanding the NAR Clear Cooperation Policy
As a REALTOR®, one of your most important responsibilities is ensuring compliance with the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP). This rule was created to promote fairness and transparenc…
