Joy, despair following vote on NAR’s pocket listing policy

Comments on the proposal have been split, with some suggesting the overwhelming majority vote may not represent the industry at large. Take this poll to share your opinion. Continue reading

New report slams agents for lack of transparency around commissions

The Consumer Federation of America has released another scathing report about the real estate industry, this time focusing on an alleged lack of transparency regarding agent commissions and commission splits. Continue reading

Consumer watchdog calls for nationwide ban on dual agency

A national consumer watchdog is calling for states to ban dual agency and make agency disclosures less confusing, according to a report released Monday. Continue reading