Premier Brokers Compliance & Copyright Issue

Adherence to our Policy & Procedures Manual helps keep us all compliant and helps the office run smoothly. Below are some of the more important items covered in the Policy manual that you need to be aware of and agree to.

We just settled a lawsuit regarding copywritten photos. You are not permitted to use any photos in your MLS listings, social media, print ads or any other type of media that you did not take yourself or hire, pay for and obtained a receipt for those services. Fines are federally governed and can cost you up to $150,000 per violation. Premier may not have insurance to cover these violations and you will be solely responsible for any fines, attorney fees and judgements.

Please complete the mandatory compliance form below. This is a required form, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to me immediately.

Premier Brokers 2023-24 Compliance

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* Policy and Procedures Manual

Acknowledged and agreed: I acknowledge that I have read and agree to all the terms and conditions in the Premier Brokers International Policy & Procedures Manual and that the manual may be updated from time to time and that I will read such updates and advise the company immediately should I not understand and/or agree to any changes.

* Premier Brokers Disclosure Form (BLTS)

Acknowledged and agreed: I understand and agree that I must present the Premier Brokers Disclosure Form (BLTS) to all customers upon first contact or at time of signing any Listing Agreements, Contracts, Leases etc. and obtain signatures from all parties I represent and that the form must be uploaded to the transaction in BrokerDox

* Copyright Warning

Acknowledged and agreed: I understand and agree that unauthorized use of any type of print or digital media is expressly prohibited at Premier Brokers and I will be responsible for all costs to defend myself and Premier Brokers International from all claims, lawsuits, judgements etc. that may arise from my actions and that I will be solely responsible for all monies owed to any 3rd party because of my actions. I will not use any photos, videos or other types of media that I have not produced myself or paid someone to produce for me in my MLS listings, social media, websites etc. I understand that insurance does not cover this type of infringement and use of copywritten materials without written authorization is a Federal matter and could cost me up to $150,000 per infringement. You will not give permission to any other person, agent, company etc. to use photos that you hired a 3rd party for, as you do not own the pictures and the liability for that violation can be up to $150,000 per photo the cost of which you will bear full responsibility including all attorney fees to defend you and Premier Brokers International.

* Timely submission of documents

Acknowledged and agreed: I acknowledge and agree that I will upload all fully executed documents to the BrokerDox system within 48 hours of execution for Broker review. Failure to do so may result in admin fees and late fees and failure to do so may put the company at risk

* Update mailing address

Acknowledged and agreed: Should I move my address, I will timely notify Premier Brokers International by submitting a new W9 to support@premierbrokersinternational.com. I will be responsible for any costs to the brokerage for my failure to notify the company in a timely manner.

* 3rd Party Vendors

Understood and Agreed: I will not pay/hire any 3rd party vendors in advance of closing. I may credit my Buyer, Seller, Landlord, Tenant (The Customer) at closing or pay The Customer in advance of the closing, in which case, they will hire the 3rd party vendor and pay the vendor directly. This process creates a distance between me, Premier Brokers International and The Customer and puts any potential liability on The Customer and vendor and can help us in any legal proceeding that may arise. Such vendors include, but are not limited to; Inspectors, electricians, plumbers, pest control, general contractors, handy men, pool maintenance professionals etc. Direct payments to these types of trades for repairs, inspections etc. prior to closing can become a big problem for me and Premier, should any issues, disputes or legal proceedings arise as a result of their work, performance, advice etc.

* Dual Agency

Acknowledged and Agreed: I WILL NOT REPRESENT BUYER AND SELLER WITHOUT PERMISSION FROM BROKER IN ADVANCE OF DRAFTING A CONTRACT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE. CONTACT BROKER IMMEDIATELY SHOULD AN UNREPRESENTED BUYER BE INTERESTED IN SUBMITTING AN OFFER ON ONE OF YOUR LISTINGS

* English Language

I can read and understand English and I fully understand and agree to all the items above.