In an ever-competitive environment, settlement service providers must be careful to ensure their marketing-related activities are compliant with Federal and Florida laws. This seminar will provide an overview of Section 8 of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) and Florida law regarding Unlawful Rebates and Inducements Related to Title Insurance Transactions. It will highlight prohibited activities, penalties for non-compliance, and provide practical solutions for settlement service providers wishing to enter into strategic alliances with persons or companies in a position to refer business.
12:00 PM - 12:05 PM
Introduction: RESPA and Unlawful RebatesMelissa Murphy, Gainesville12:05 PM - 12:20 PM
RESPA - Section 8 Overview, Prohibited Activities, Best Practices for ComplianceHolly Spencer Bunting, Washington, DC12:20 PM - 12:50 PM
FL Unlawful Rebates and InducementsMelissa Murphy, Gainesville12:50 PM - 1:00 PM
Q & A