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

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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 →

Homebuyers see NAR settlement as a big win — until they learn more

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Even if the settlement brings down commissions overall, buyers grow warier the more they learn about what the policy means for them, according to the latest Inman-Dig Insights consumer poll. Continue reading →

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

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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

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

Is it possible to market a seller wanting to offer a concession?

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With all the commission confusion as we near the Aug. 17 implementation deadline, compliance expert Summer Goralik is here to answer your burning questions, starting with concessions. Continue reading →

Michigan agents and brokers sue NAR due to antitrust settlement

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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

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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 →

NAR: Settlement mandates ‘benefit’ buyers and sellers

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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 →

California Association of Realtors taps Phil Hawkins as new CEO

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Hawkins had been working as the CEO of the Pacific West Association of Realtors in Southern California and will now lead C.A.R. during a challenging time for the industry, Continue reading →

Consumer watchdog advises buyers to pay agents ‘2% or less’

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The Consumer Federation of America also tells consumers not to agree to pay an agent just to see a home, but to sign a touring agreement with no financial obligation instead. Continue reading →