SCR Update

In Episode #407 of the SCR Update, SCR CEO and host Nick Kremydas breaks down key takeaways from NAR’s 2026 Technology Report on AI adoption, strategic ways to guide clients through a 7% rate market, and essential advice for protecting your mental health. He also covers new legislation targeting post-sale listing photo privacy and explains why replacing free email domains like AOL or Yahoo is critical for your cybersecurity and professional credibility. Helpful links:- NAR's 2026 Technology Report: https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/realtors-technology-report- REALTOR® Safety Month: https://www.nar.realtor/safety

In Episode #406 of the SCR Weekly Update, SCR CEO Nick Kremydas breaks down how to navigate 7% mortgage rates as the new normal, the realistic impact of data centers on local property values, and major appraisal updates (UAD 3.6) that could extend closing timelines. Plus, learn common rate-advice mistakes to avoid with buyers and essential field safety tips for REALTOR® Safety Month. Helpful Links: - 2026 Data Center Impact Report: https://www.nar.realtor/data-centers- Forewarn Member Benefit: https://screaltors.org/forewarn/- REALTOR® Safety Month

In Episode #405 of the SCR Weekly Update, SCR CEO Nick Kremydas explains how new credit scoring models use rent and utility data to expand buyer eligibility. He also reviews broker legal protocols for agent arrests, breaks down the latest South Carolina market trends, and shares crucial safety tips for REALTORS®. Helpful Links:- REALTOR® Safety Month: https://www.nar.realtor/safety- Latest Market Report: https://screaltors.org/marketreports/

Join SCR CEO Nick Kremydas for Episode #404 as he covers REALTOR® Safety Month resources, major federal court rulings upholding key settlement agreements, and top takeaways from the 2026 SCR Member Survey. Plus, learn why using AI for licensed real estate activities breaks the rules and get details on registering for the upcoming SCR Legal Conference Business UNUSUAL at SCREALTORS.ORG/BIZUNUSUAL.Helpful Links:Forewarn - https://screaltors.org/forewarn/REALTOR® Safety Month - https://www.nar.realtor/safetyRegister now for Business UNUSUAL - screaltors.org/bizunusual

In Episode 404 of the SCR Update, host SCR CEO Nick Kremydas welcomes back SC Real Estate Commissioner Gary Pickren to discuss three critical industry developments: the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals' decision to uphold the nationwide Sitzer/Burnett settlement, new guidance and a 2-page voluntary disclosure form from the SC Real Estate Commission regarding Limited Market Exposure (off-MLS) listings, and proposed federal Department of Labor rules that could expand Association Health Plans for self-employed REALTORS®. Plus, stick around for details on how to register for the upcoming SCR Business UNUSUAL Conference.Links:- Register now for Business UNUSUAL at https://www.screaltors.org/bizunusual- View the SC REC Guidance Letter here: https://llr.sc.gov/re/RECPDF/Limited%20Market%20Exposure%20Guidance%20Document.pdf

In Episode 403 of the SCR Update, South Carolina REALTORS® CEO Nick Kremydas breaks down three major wins for real estate professionals and property owners across the state: a landmark court ruling invalidating Folly Beach's Short-Term Rental cap and permit fees, two new critical guidance documents from the SC Real Estate Commission regarding limited market exposure listings and agent commission payouts following an agent's death, and $81 million in annual senior property tax relief passed in the new state budget. Plus, stick around for a special "Don't Do That" segment tackling the federal regulatory whiplash surrounding FinCEN and the Corporate Transparency Act, along with details on how to register for the upcoming SCR Business Unusual Conference.Helpful Links:REC Guidance Letter on Payment of Commission After Death of Licensee: https://www.llr.sc.gov/re/RECPDF/Payment%20of%20Commission%20After%20Death%20of%20Licensee.pdfREC Guidance Letter on Seller-Directed Limited Residential Market Exposure Guidance: https://www.llr.sc.gov/re/RECPDF/Limited%20Market%20Exposure%20Guidance%20Document.pdf2026 Legislative Report - https://indd.adobe.com/view/5cdcec11-25de-463e-b72b-6e80346907cbRegister now for Business UNUSUAL! www.screaltors.org/bizunusual 🦉