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Residential Real Estate Rule 2026: FinCEN Reporting Requirements for Non-Financed Property Transfers

Michael Smeenk February 25, 2026

Starting March 1, 2026, the Residential Real Estate Rule requires reporting of certain non-financed transfers of residential property to entities and trusts to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Real estate professionals—including closing agents and attorneys—may now have federal reporting obligations. This article explains what transactions are covered, who qualifies as a reporting person, what beneficial ownership information must be collected, and when reports must be filed.

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Transparency and Disclosure of Residential Lease Prices

Michael Smeenk June 13, 2025

The Colorado legislature was at it again in the 2025 session, implementing new restrictions and regulations governing residential lease arrangements with HB25-1090 (“Protections Against Deceptive

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“For Cause” Evictions in Colorado

Michael Smeenk May 1, 2024

The Colorado General Assembly recently passed HB24-1098 (“Cause Required for Eviction of Residential Tenant”), which significantly overhauled the landscape of Colorado’s residential lease and eviction

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2023 Colorado Residential Leasing Changes

Michael Smeenk June 21, 2023

In its 2023 legislative session, the Colorado General Assembly passed several bills that impact relationships between residential landlords and tenants. Governor Polis subsequently signed many

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Late Fees in Colorado Leases

Michael Smeenk September 23, 2021

Q: Are rental late fees limited in Colorado? A: Yes. As of October 1, 2021, late fees in residential Colorado leases are limited to the

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Help! My Tenant Can’t Pay Rent Due to the Coronavirus

Michael Smeenk March 23, 2020

We’ve recently heard from a number of Colorado landlord and property management clients whose tenants have encountered financial hardships due to the COVID-19 coronavirus and

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How is Colorado real estate transferred when an out-of-state owner dies?

Michael Smeenk November 14, 2017

When someone dies owning Colorado real estate, a probate administration is necessary to transfer the property, either to a buyer or to the estate beneficiaries.

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What Makes For a Good Colorado Residential Lease Agreement?

Michael Smeenk June 26, 2017

Residential Lease Agreement Let’s say that you own a rental property in Colorado. You want to make sure that your lease agreement protects you to

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What Happens When Someone Dies Without a Will?

Michael Smeenk March 15, 2017

A will is the roadmap that directs what happens to someone’s probate assets when they die. The will also nominates a personal representative to administer

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What is a Personal Representative’s Deed?

Michael Smeenk November 21, 2016

When someone dies owning an interest in real estate, the legal instrument used to convey the property is a Personal Representative’s Deed. In the deed,

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