American Real Estate Association debuts membership program

The association aims to offer an alternative to NAR and is launching its membership program when there is a “lot of dissatisfaction with the status quo,” according to one co-founder. Continue reading

NAR interim CEO: Settlement was ‘unequivocally’ the right move

In an interview with NextHome CEO James Dwiggins, NAR interim CEO Nykia Wright urged members to lean back into engaging the 1.5 million-member trade organization Continue reading

CRMLS warns of ‘serious fines’ as it rolls out commission changes early

The nation’s largest MLS removed compensation fields from its platforms on Aug. 13, after offering detailed guidance to agents on the terms of NAR’s proposed settlement. Continue reading

Real unveils resources to train agents on settlement changes

Materials include a guidebook on the post-settlement landscape, publicly available training sessions and more ahead of Aug. 17 deadline. Continue reading

KW’s Jason Abrams talks being ‘antifragile’ in the face of change

On the first day of Keller Williams’ annual Mega Agent Camp in Austin, franchise Head of Industry and Learning Jason Abrams talks commissions and how leaders must help agents thrive — and not just survive — through upcoming changes. Continue reading

As we near Aug. 17, tell us what’s on your mind: Pulse

This is a safe place for you to share your feelings of frustration, satisfaction or concern as we approach the deadline for implementation of the terms of NAR’s settlement agreement. Continue reading

Michigan agents and brokers sue NAR due to antitrust settlement

The plaintiffs protest “compulsory” Realtor membership to access the MLS after the removal of “the guaranteed broker commission” from the MLS. Continue reading

NAR membership rebounds ahead of Aug. 17 settlement deadline

More agents are joining the National Association of Realtors ahead of the approaching Aug. 17 deadline for Realtors and MLSs to implement policy changes. Continue reading

HomeServices commission settlement gets prelim approval

HomeServices previously agreed to pay $250 million to settle various commission suits. A final approval hearing is set for November. Continue reading

NAR: Settlement mandates ‘benefit’ buyers and sellers

Consumer guides from the trade group offer a contrast to previous messaging but also continue to promote pre-emptive offers of compensation to buyer agents. Continue reading