PA HB986

Real estate service agreements are void and unenforceable if they purport to run with the land, bind future property owners, create liens or security interests, or allow assignment without notifying the property owner

Recording an unfair real estate service agreement is prohibited and constitutes a third-degree misdemeanor; any such recorded agreement provides no notice against bona fide purchasers or creditors

Violations are deemed deceptive acts under Pennsylvania's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law

Consumers may recover minimum damages of $5,000 (or $15,000 if age 60 or older), actual damages if greater, attorney fees, and are not required to repay money received from the provider

Takes effect 60 days after enactment