Dishin' Dirt with Gary Pickren Gary Pickren

Another week and even more confusion. Today we take a further look at the two avenues for a real estate agent to get paid compensation post August 17. We will try to answer when and how to use the compensation agreement versus contract concessions. Plus, is procuring cause dead? Don't forget to like us and share us!Gary* Gary serves on the South Carolina Real Estate Commission as a Commissioner. The opinions expressed herein are his opinions and are not necessarily the opinio...

The new MLS and REALTOR rules from the commission settlement are set to begin on August 17. There is so much confusion still in the industry. I did this podcast and added to it twice after I recorded it. So yes, I am confused too.Today we look at the South Carolina REALTOR Association's revised contract and compensation form to see what we will be dealing with in just a few short weeks. Don't forget to like us and share us!Gary* Gary serves on the South Carolina Real Estate Commission a...

Finally, the MLSs strike back on the ridiculous settlement rules! Today we examine four different MLSs across the country that have decided to give the big middle finger to Michael Ketchmark and the settlement requirements. These MLSs are doing what is right and best for the consumer to ensure transparency and fairness to all buyers, sellers and agents. Also hear the brilliant constitutional arguments against the DOJ actions. If paying compensation is not a violation of anti-trust law, then h...

In May 2024 Governor McMaster signed the revised SC Code §40-57-10 into law. In that statute that governs the practice of real estate in South Carolina there are several provisions dealing with "wholesaling". Today we will examine the statutes to determine if wholesaling is illegal or not in South Carolina as well as why real estate agents should consider adding several investors as clients. Don't forget to like us and share us!Gary* Gary serves on the South Carolina Real Estate ...

Finally, South Carolina is at the forefront of something good. South Carolina is one of the first states to prohibit and void the 40-yearlong listing agreements that are recorded at the register of deeds office and binds even future owners to the agreement. With Gov. McMaster signature the agreements were deemed void and unenforceable. Listen for all of the details. Don't forget to like us and share us!Gary* Gary serves on the South Carolina Real Estate Commissio...

We need a break from all the crazy legal stuff happening in real estate for at least one week. This week I have an incredibly fun guest for you. Chelsea Peitz is an Inman News Top Marketing Influencer for 2023 and 2024 Marketing All-Star. She is one of the most sought-after speakers, coaches and podcast in the real estate space. And it looks like we are going to feature her next year at our Real Estate Summit. Today we pick Chelsea's brilliant mind to learn how we can become...