Welcome to the Legal Section of C.A.R. Online, where REALTORS® legal needs are met with the latest information and legal updates.  Look below for the latest legal news during the last two weeks.  You'll see Regulatory News, new Legal Q&As, new Realegals® , and What's Hot announcements.

If you missed a news announcement this year, look under 2009 Archive News which you can find under the left-hand navigation tab, Real Estate Law, or you can find last year's news announcements on 2008 Archive News.  Both can also be found on the  Real Estate Resources page. 

Regulatory News: the Deed-for-Lease program is designed to permit owners in foreclosure to lease their own property for a year.
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Legal Article: This article is a must read for property managers dealing with tenants in properties in foreclosure.
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Regulatory News: U.S. Justice Department obtains a record settlement for a housing discrimination lawsuit in Los Angeles.
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Regulatory News: H.R. 2996 signed by the President includes provisions extending loan limits which were to expire in 2009.
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Regulatory News: FTC extends enforcement deadline for identity theft "Red Flags Rule" until June 1, 2010.
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Regulatory News: IRS reminds homeowners that winterizing their homes can provide tax breaks.
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Regulatory News: The DRE fraud alert discusses upfront fees for loan modifications and foreclosure rescue scams.
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Regulatory News: New IRS form makes ordering tax transcripts simpler.
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Legal Article: Updated to reflect the new California law, AB 957, the Buyer's Choice Act.
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Realegal® October 16, 2009: New California Laws for 2009-10 Affecting REALTORS®
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