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2019 was the year of the Multiple Listing Service

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It was a big year for MLSs — pocket listings, bombshell lawsuits and the relentless march of technology all dominated MLS news. Here are the most noteworthy trends. Continue reading →

Assist-2-Sell ‘shocked and dismayed’ at NAR response to pocket listing concerns

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The discount franchisor has consistently opposed pocket listing bans, and said in a new letter Tuesday that it was shocked by NAR’s response to its complaints. Continue reading →

Bright MLS delays pocket listing rule penalties

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Agents who violated the multiple listing service’s new pocket listing ban had been set to face $5,000 fines beginning next week. Continue reading →

Bright MLS delays pocket listing rule penalties

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Agents who violated the multiple listing service’s new pocket listing ban had been set to face $5,000 fines beginning next week. Continue reading →

Zillow is working to block discriminatory ads on its website

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The company is working with the attorney general’s office in Washington, D.C. The efforts come amid a growing interest in fighting real estate discrimination. Continue reading →

Assist-2-Sell slams ‘hubris’ of pocket listing bans, predicts regulatory trouble

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In a new letter, the discounter argues that new off-market listing bans from Bright MLS and the National Association of Realtors will negatively impact its ability to do business. Continue reading →

NAR board overwhelmingly approves pocket listing policy

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In a 729-70 vote, the trade group’s 800-member board on Monday morning voted to approve the Clear Cooperation Policy. Continue reading →

3 Bay Area MLSs join forces to create shared database

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RE California will synchronize data across multiple MLSs and represents the latest example of cross-organization collaboration. Continue reading →

CMLS throws support behind NAR pocket listing ban

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The Council of Multiple Listing Services on Wednesday became the latest organization to throw its support behind a polarizing policy proposal that would ban most off-market and pocket listings. Continue reading →

Redfin CEO doubles down on support for pocket listing ban

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In a new blog post, Glenn Kelman argues that exclusive listings lead to discrimination and urged real estate professionals to take a stand by supporting a proposed ban. Continue reading →