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Understanding the Colorado Foreclosure Protection Act

With the possibility of an increase in the number of foreclosures on the horizon and the potential easing of state and federal foreclosure moratoriums, a real estate broker will need to be aware of the Colorado Foreclosure Protection Act (鈥渢he Act鈥�).

2024 Legislative Summaries For Licensees

乐竞体育全站 2024 Legislative Session was a very busy one. Although some bills were lost, many did become law. All licensees, but also consumers, should be aware of those laws that affect the real estate practice. 乐竞体育全站 Division of Real Estate has prepared the following legislative summaries to aid you in better understanding the latest changes. Final language of these acts and other information about the Colorado General Assembly can be found on the Colorado General Assembly鈥檚 website at:

2023 Legislative Summaries For Licensees

乐竞体育全站 Colorado General Assembly Legislative Session adjourned on May 9, 2023. During the session, many new bills directly or indirectly affecting real estate and the practice of real estate were passed and became law. Understanding these laws, whether you are a real estate professional or simply an interested member of the public, may be helpful. 乐竞体育全站 Division of Real Estate has prepared the following legislative summaries to aid you in better understanding the latest changes. Final language of these acts and other information about the Colorado General Assembly can be found on the Colorado General Assembly鈥檚 website at:

乐竞体育全站 Fall 2021 Real Estate News

乐竞体育全站 Division of Real Estate is excited to release the Fall 2021 Real Estate News online quarterly newsletter. This online publication provides the public access to the Division鈥檚 meetings and event calendar, program disciplinary actions, updates on important matters, and timely articles written by Division staff and outside contributors in the real estate industry.

Real Estate Fraud Issues

Real estate fraud and scams are on the rise and consumers need to recognize them before becoming a victim.

Recognizing Discrimination in Housing

Colorado has been at the forefront when it comes to enacting fair housing laws, in fact prohibiting discrimination in housing as far back as 1959, years before the federal Fair Housing Act became law. 乐竞体育全站se laws were established to make sure that everyone has the same opportunity and access to choosing where they want to live and the type of housing that they desire.

乐竞体育全站 What, Why, and Risks of Using Lockboxes

In this second advisory of the series, we discuss the types, use, risks, and some best practices involved with using lockboxes for accessing a seller鈥檚 property. We also touch on some real life examples of lockbox violations that can bring a real estate broker before the Real Estate Commission for discipline.

What is an Appraisal Gap on a Home Purchase?

An appraisal gap is the difference that occurs when a buyer's offer is higher than the actual appraised value of the property (which is usually the amount the bank will loan for the home) that they are contracting to purchase. It is an issue that is currently being experienced in the hot and highly competitive Colorado real estate market and experienced by buyers where there are many more prospective purchasers than inventory that is available for sale, and where bidding wars and other aggressive purchase offer tactics are being used.

Floods and Floodplains in Colorado

In Colorado, floods are one of the most widespread common and natural hazards that we encounter. While some floods develop very slowly, flash floods can occur in an instant. Real estate professionals and their clients looking to purchase a home need to be aware if that home is located in a floodplain, as well as what the risk of flooding is in the area.

Understanding the Colorado Foreclosure Protection Act

With the possibility of an increase in the number of foreclosures on the horizon and the potential easing of state and federal foreclosure moratoriums, a real estate broker will need to be aware of the Colorado Foreclosure Protection Act (鈥渢he Act鈥�).

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