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Real Estate (Dealers and Developers) Act: A Simple Guide for Schools

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Oct 14, 2021
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Real Estate (Dealers and Developers) Act: A Simple Guide for Schools

The Real Estate (Dealers and Developers) Act is a law designed to regulate the real estate industry, ensuring that transactions are fair and transparent. Here’s a simple breakdown of the key points and what regular people should do or avoid in real estate transactions.

Key Parts of the Act

  1. Preliminary Information:

    • The Act starts by defining terms and the scope of real estate business practices.

  2. The Real Estate Board:

    • Establishment: The Real Estate Board is created to oversee real estate practices.

    • Functions: The Board regulates and controls real estate practices, monitors developers, and ensures legal compliance.

    • Powers: The Board can give directions, hold enquiries, and has the authority to enforce the Act.

  3. Real Estate Dealers and Salesmen:

    • Licensing Requirements: Only licensed individuals can practice real estate. Real estate dealers and salesmen must be registered and licensed by the Board.

    • Employment Restrictions: Unlicensed individuals cannot be employed in real estate transactions.

  4. Develop…

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