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/safety

Register 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.pdf

REC Guidance Letter on Seller-Directed Limited Residential Market Exposure Guidance: https://www.llr.sc.gov/re/RECPDF/Limited%20Market%20Exposure%20Guidance%20Document.pdf

2026 Legislative Report - https://indd.adobe.com/view/5cdcec11-25de-463e-b72b-6e80346907cb

Register now for Business UNUSUAL! www.screaltors.org/bizunusual 🦉

Welcome to the SCR Update with your host SCR CEO Nick Kremydas! In this episode, we break down critical market shifts, stricter Fannie Mae financing guidelines, legal risks in off-market listings, and an urgent warning on rising HOA foreclosures.

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Links:

- NAR Fannie Mae Condo Financing Webinar: https://www.nar.realtor/condominiums/fannie-mae-condo-financing-webinar-adapting-to-recent-changes

Welcome to this week’s SCR Legal Update! Chief Legal Officer Byron King is joined by our brand-new Associate Counsel, India Whaley, to break down the massive legislative and regulatory changes impacting South Carolina real estate professionals right now.

From landmark federal housing acts to an urgent warning about an aggressive HOA scam targeting seniors, we cover everything you need to know to protect your clients and your business. Plus, get the details on the new 2027 mandatory team name rules to ensure your branding stays compliant.

Don't Wing It in Today's Market. Prepare for the unexpected, earn up to 8 hours of CE credit, and learn from top legal minds at the Business Unusual Legal Conference (Sept 15-17 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center).

Register and secure your hotel room now: screaltors.org/bizunusual.

Brokers & Local Associations: Be sure to secure your front VIP area roundtables before they sell out!

Links:

- Register for Business Unusual Legal Conference: https://www.screaltors.org/bizunusual

- LLR REC Guidance Document on Team Names: https://llr.sc.gov/re/News/Team%20Names%20-%20FINAL.pdf

Welcome to Episode 400 of the SCR Update! In this milestone episode, SCR CEO Nick Kremydas breaks down critical updates to S.C. Code Section 40-57-360 regarding real estate team names, advertising, and marketing compliance.

While the official enforcement date is May 15, 2027, the Real Estate Commission has provided a long implementation window so you can start updating your marketing assets—from yard signs to social media profiles—today without facing disciplinary action. Grab a coffee, take some notes, and learn how to keep your real estate business fully compliant!

Join SCR CEO Nick Kremydas and Economist Joey Von Nessen for updates on South Carolina's economy and its impact on the real estate and housing industry.

Helpful links:

- SC REALTORS® Economic Impact Report: https://scca.screaltors.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SCREALTORS_ECNIMPACT_FD1_2026.pdf

Welcome to Episode #399 of the SCR Update! Today, SC REALTORS® CEO Nick Kremydas is joined by Upstate Broker/REALTOR® & 2026 Conference Committee Chair Clay Vassey, as they discuss the massive legislative changes reshaping the real estate landscape both nationally and right here in South Carolina.

We’ll cover the landmark passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, bringing sweeping federal changes to zoning, FHA loans, and manufactured housing. Then, we dive into South Carolina’s historic Act No. 252 (H. 3387), which finally arms property owners with a 24-hour fast track to remove squatters while making property piracy a serious criminal offense.

Plus, we share data-backed negotiation strategies from 1000WATT's latest report and issue an urgent warning about a highly sophisticated HOA foreclosure scam targeting elderly homeowners in our state.

Clay will also give us a sneak peek at the 2026 South Carolina REALTORS® Legal Conference, Business Unusual and why it is a must attend event!

Links:

- Register for Business Unusual: 2026 South Carolina REALTORS® Legal Conference - screaltors.org/bizunusual

- 1000 Watt Consumer Research Report - https://1000watt.net/blog/friday-flash-dancing-on-the-line/

- SCR Legal FAQ Anti Squatter - https://screaltors.org/another-reason-to-vet-sellers-call-the-hotline-excerpt-of-anti-scam-sc-laws/