CapeFear.Realtor - Cape Fear REALTORS®

Legal Q&A

Tune in to this insightful discussion between Tony Harrington, CFR 2020 President, and Robert Cherry, General Counsel for CFR while they cover the latest legal topics and guidance for REALTORS® during COVID-19. Topics covered include in-person showings, fair housing code of ethics, delays in recordation, BIC responsibilities, and most importantly, the new 790 and 795 Addendums.

If you have additional questions regarding any of these topics, please contact your attorney or the Legal Hotline by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling 336-294-1415 during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

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Closings Q&A

You don't want to miss this insightful discussion between Tom Gale, CFR President-Elect, and Jason Pruett, Attorney at Black, Slaughter & Black while they cover the latest in closing activity and delays during COVID-19. Topics covered include in-person and remote closings, commission delays, and virtual notaries.

If you have additional questions regarding any of these topics, please contact your attorney or the Legal Hotline by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling 336-294-1415 during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

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Short-Term & Vacation Rentals Q&A

The Cape Fear Region relies heavily on tourism to help support its economy. Listen in while Tony Harrington, CFR 2020 President, and Ea Ruth, CFR Vice-President and Property Manager at Palm Air Realty as they discuss the impact of COVID-19 on short-term and vacation rentals. Topics covered include STR status, non-essential travel, economic impacts, and what the future of rentals look like.

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Breaking Down This Week's New COVID Legislation

NC Representative Holly Grange joins Tony Harrington, 2020 CFR President, to give an update on the legislative actions taken by the NC General Assembly to address the COVID-19 Pandemic. Listen in as they discuss topics including the state budget, economic recovery, and broadband infrastructure.

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Secure Your Financial Future

Dive into financial planning with Ea Ruth, CFR Vice President, and Matt Bryant, Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor with BB&T as they discuss steps to secure your future finances. Find out what changes people are making in their investments since the outbreak, how to set your financial goals, and what REALTORS® can do to start working toward financial independence.

Resource links mentioned in this episode are: consumerfinance.gov and forbearancereport.org.

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Homeowners SOS - Mortgage Forbearance Questions Answered

Take a deep dive into today’s mortgage lending with Tony Harrington, CFR 2020 President and one of Wilmington’s Top Mortgage Lenders, Wally Simpson with Trust Mortgage. Listen in as they cover everything from the latest lending restrictions and regulations to the facts about forbearance and what homeowners should know before they act. Find out what lenders are doing to counteract the possible increase of foreclosed properties so we don’t see a housing crisis repeat due to COVID-19.

Resource links mentioned in this episode are: consumerfinance.gov and forbearancereport.org.

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• Webinars to help you manage your finances
• Education courses to expand your skills
• Timely market reports to inform your business and clients
• Digital tools for transactions and marketing