Pennsylvania General Assembly Approves Legislation on Residential Wholesaling

In a significant development for Pennsylvania's real estate industry, the Pennsylvania General Assembly has passed Senate Bill 1173, marking a pivotal moment for regulation in residential wholesaling. Sponsored by Sen. Pat Stefano of Fayette County and backed by the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors® (PAR), this legislation mandates that real estate salespersons must obtain licenses to engage in residential wholesale transactions within the state.

Key Details of SB 1173

Senate Bill 1173 received resounding bipartisan support, with an impressive combined vote of 252 to 1 in favor across both the Pennsylvania Senate (49-1) and the House of Representatives (202-0). This overwhelming approval underscores the importance of standardized regulations in residential wholesaling to protect consumers and ensure fair practices in the real estate market.

The legislation is designed to enhance consumer protection by requiring proper disclosures for wholesale transactions, thereby promoting transparency and clarity throughout the process. It addresses the need for uniformity in licensing requirements, streamlining procedures that were previously fragmented across different jurisdictions within Pennsylvania.

Impact and Advocacy

The passage of SB 1173 follows intensive advocacy efforts by Pennsylvania Realtors® during their annual Realtor® Day on the Hill. Over 250 Realtors® convened at the state Capitol, meeting with more than 110 legislators to emphasize the importance of this legislation. Their advocacy highlighted the benefits of SB 1173 in establishing clear guidelines for residential wholesaling, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and protected.

Looking Ahead

With SB 1173 now heading to the governor's desk for final approval, Pennsylvania Realtors® and stakeholders are encouraged to stay updated by asking Shaina McAndrews for further developments. Once signed into law, this legislation will set a precedent for improved regulation and professionalism in the real estate sector, bolstering confidence in the market and ensuring compliance with standardized practices statewide.

This legislative success underscores Pennsylvania's commitment to modernizing its real estate regulations, aligning with industry best practices, and safeguarding the interests of consumers and professionals alike.

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Pennsylvania Association of Realtors, "Residential Wholesaling Legislation Approved by the Pennsylvania General Assembly", accessed July 3, 2024, https://www.parealtors.org/blog/residential-wholesaling-legislation-approved-by-the-pennsylvania-general-assembly