Fair Housing Act: Federal law that prohibits discrimination in real estate transactions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Truth in Lending Act (TILA): Federal regulation requiring disclosure of credit terms and costs in financing arrangements for real estate transactions
Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA): Federal law governing real estate settlement processes, requiring specific disclosures about real estate transactions and prohibiting certain practices
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law ensuring accessibility requirements for commercial properties and preventing discrimination against individuals with disabilities
Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Federal law requiring developers to provide detailed information to buyers about their land purchase
State Property Laws: State-specific legislation governing property rights, transfers, and obligations within the particular state's jurisdiction
State Real Estate Licensing Laws: State-specific requirements for real estate professionals and transaction requirements
State Disclosure Requirements: State-mandated disclosures about property condition, hazards, and other material facts that must be provided to buyers
State Recording Requirements: State-specific rules for recording real estate documents and maintaining public records of property ownership
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State legislation governing the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants in rental properties
Statute of Frauds: Legal principle requiring real estate contracts to be in writing to be enforceable
Common Law Contract Principles: Legal principles governing contract formation, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and capacity
Local Zoning Laws: Municipal regulations controlling property use, development, and modifications within specific zones
Property Tax Laws: Federal, state, and local tax regulations affecting property ownership and transfers
Environmental Regulations: Federal and state environmental protection laws affecting property use and transfer, including hazardous waste and wetlands regulations
Building Codes: Local and state regulations governing construction, modification, and maintenance of buildings
HOA Rules: Homeowners Association regulations affecting property use, maintenance, and modifications in specific communities
Local Ordinances: Municipal laws and regulations affecting property use, maintenance, and development within specific jurisdictions
