Understanding the NEW RPA

Understanding the NEW RPA

November 17, 2021 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
New Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA) Training
 
For the first time since 2014, the California Association of REALTORS® has issued a complete makeover of the standard Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA), the standard form used in the overwhelming majority of California home sales.
 
With the RPA being the cornerstone of every successful real estate transaction, REALTORS® should be extremely well-versed with the principles and applications of this form. With this forms’ release slated for December 2021, get detailed instructions on how to properly complete and use the RPA from one of our experts, Renee Mello, Keller Williams Realty – SC!  
 
Learning Objectives:
•  Get familiar with the latest changes
•  Receive instruction on forms related to the RPA such as the Residential Listing Agreement (RLA), Requests for Repairs (RR),  and more
•  Understand all mandatory and recommended disclosures
•  Learn how to create, modify, cancel, or close a transaction
•  Ensure all commissions are paid-in-full and on-time
•  Better serve and protect your clients
Instructor: Renee Mello, Keller Williams Realty – SC, Past SCCAR President
If you register but cannot attend, the recording will be emailed to you after the session.

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