Resource Directory
Welcome to the Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS® Resource Directory. Below we have assembled resource pages on important and trending topics covering information our members need to be successful real estate professionals.
NAR Settlement Resources
Resources to help you navigate the post-settlement real estate landscape.
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Title V Regulations for Nitrogen Sensitive Areas
Your hub for information about the new state Title V regulations.
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Solar Technology in Real Estate
As more homeowners choose to install solar as their source for home energy, REALTORS® need to be knowledgeable to serve their clients - whether it is a buyer, seller, renter, or appraisal.
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Lead Paint in Real Estate
Many homes and condominiums built before 1978 have lead-based paint. Homebuyers and renters have important rights to know about whether lead is present -- before signing contracts or leases.
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Fair Housing
REALTORS® are community leaders – That’s Who We Are®. You shape and help build neighborhoods that thrive. By promoting diversity and inclusion you unlock access to opportunities that transform lives and improve communities.
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Social Media Advertising
When advertising on social media, there are many laws and guidelines REALTORS® need to be aware of and comply with - from state law to the Code of Ethics. Make sure you understand the rules so you can use social media legally and successfully.
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Managing Hazardous Waste in Real Estate
The Center for EcoTechnology can help real estate agents on the Cape and Islands assist with the selling process when preparing a home for sale by helping identify and manage hazardous items, say when you are helping a seller clean out their home.
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Short-Term Rentals
Visit this page for the latest regulatory updates and helpful resources for our members who manage short-term rentals on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket.
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REALTOR® Safety
Knowledge. Awareness. Empowerment. These are the core components of REALTOR® Safety. It is because of the unique nature of this business that it is so important for REALTORS® to understand the risks they face to take steps to protect themselves.
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At the Closing Table
At the Closing Table is a video series examining trending issues with attorneys in the market across Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket intended to bring quick insight into the pressing legal challenges facing real estate transactions.
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FEMA Risk 2.0 for Flood Insurance
On October 1, 2021, FEMA began phasing in a new flood insurance pricing system called Risk Rating 2.0. These changes apply to new flood insurance policies. Most existing policies are not going to be affected until after April 1, 2022. Learn more about how these changes impact Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket real estate.
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