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NJ A1938

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Aura Dunn

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Origin

General Assembly

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits "right-to-list home sale agreements" (contracts giving exclusive rights to list residential property for future sale in exchange for upfront payment) from being enforceable if they exceed five years in duration

  • Requires all such agreements to include an early termination option allowing the owner to exit the contract for no more than the initial price plus 6% compounded annually for each year elapsed

  • Mandates that contract duration and early termination terms be displayed in a "clear and conspicuous manner" and comply with existing consumer protection laws

  • Authorizes the New Jersey Real Estate Commission to suspend, revoke licenses, or impose penalties of up to $5,000 for first violations and $10,000 for subsequent violations for brokers who violate these requirements

  • Takes effect 30 days after enactment and applies to all contracts delivered, issued, executed, or renewed after the effective date

Legislative Description

Creates requirements for certain long-term real estate listing contracts.

Consumer Affairs

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee

1/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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