Real estate sponsors and other companies that sell their own securities must take care to ensure that their personnel aren't acting as unlicensed broker-dealers. Rule 3a4-1 provides a safe harbor for issuer personnel involved in selling securities. Read our article to learn about Rule 3a4-1 and best practices for issuers that sell their own securities.
Read MoreWhen entering into a contract, parties often focus on when the contract will start and how it will be performed. However, when and how the contract ends and what comes after termination also are important.
Read MoreAppraising a home for a lower value because of the race, religion, national origin, or other protected status of the owners violates the Fair Housing Act.
Read MoreInvestors who acquire real estate securities from an issuer or sponsor may have to hold their securites for a year to avoid being considered presumptive underwriters.
Read MoreKim Kardashian has agreed to pay a $1.26 settlement to the SEC for not disclosing that she was paid $250,000 to tout a crypto asset on her Instragram account. However, the rules that she violated are equally applicable to other issuers, including real estate fund sponsors.
Read MoreFinCEN recently adopted a final rule implementing the Corporate Transparency Act. Although the rule doesn’t take effect until January 1, 2024, companies should start preparing now.
Read MoreDid you know scammers can steal your home? Read about this scam and how to prevent yourself from becoming a victim.
Read MoreReal estate rental scams are on the rise, but scam listings frequently can be identified if prospective tenants conduct basic due diligence.
Read MoreHUD recently charged a Kansas landlord with discrimination for requiring unnecessary documentation of a prospective tenant's need for an assistance animal. Learn what HUD claims the Kansas landlord did wrong and how what housing providers may (and may not) require from tenants requesting accommodations for an assistance animal.
Read MoreThe EEOC has updated its guidance to explain when employers may screen an employee for COVID-19 before entering the workplace or returning to work after being infected with COVID-19.
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