Critical Screening Checklist for Property Owners Mortgage Payments: Verify that the owner is current on their mortgage payments and not in default. Request proof of payment or obtain permission to communicate directly with their lender. Association Assessments: If the property is part of an HOA or condo association, confirm that the owner is up to date on their dues and assessments. Contact the association management for confirmation. Insurance Coverage: Ensure the owner main
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State licensing laws prohibit licensees from performing tasks best left to licensed attorneys. How can you best avoid even unintentional unauthorized practice of law? Don’t draft your own agreements or forms. Encourage the client to engage an attorney to draft the form or have your client draft the form. Do not draft the form yourself. Make changes to forms (adding or striking provisions) with caution. Obtain initials and dates from both parties to any changes made after cont