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December 2024 Articles

HB 4058 Rollout - Commissioner's Column

Real Estate Commissioner Steve Strode outlines how OREA is working to ensure a smooth implementation of House Bill 4058.

Buyer Agreements and Listing Agreements – A Law and Rule Overview

Effective January 1, 2025
OREA has completed its rulemaking process to implement House Bill 4058 (Chapter 3, 2024 Laws), which establishes new requirements for written buyer agreements and modifies listing agreement regulations.

Property Wholesaling – A Law and Rule Overview

Effective July 1, 2025
New law and administrative rules requiring wholesaler registration and mandatory disclosures take effect on July 1, 2025. Learn about disclosure requirements for brokers and principal brokers who conduct residential wholesaling.

Difference Between Alternative Names and Legal Names

Learn the differences between legal names and alternative names for real estate advertising compliance.

Labeling Clients' Trust Accounts

Incorrect clients’ trust account labels could put your clients' funds at risk. Ensure your accounts meet these specific naming requirements.

Annual Maximum Rent Increase is 10% for 2025

The Oregon Department of Administrative Services has calculated the max increase for rental rates in 2025.

In Memoriam: John Moore

The Oregon Real Estate Agency remembers John Moore, Financial Investigator/Auditor.