New CEO Nykia Wright told NAR’s board of directors the trade group’s next step will be to develop a “comprehensive” litigation strategy and size up any additional legal exposure related to its rules. Continue reading
Nearly a hundred real estate professionals shared their thoughts on NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy with Inman, revealing a schism between supporters and opponents of the controversial rule. Continue reading
Compass on Thursday reiterated its call to ditch NAR’s pocket listing rule. But documents newly obtained by Inman also show that Anywhere shares some of Compass’ concerns. Continue reading
The American Real Estate Association’s call to end NAR’s pocket rule has drawn more than 2,000 signatures since Friday, according to group co-founder Jason Haber, a Compass agent. Continue reading
In challenging the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation Policy, Robert Reffkin writes, Realtors are upholding their highest moral, ethical and legal duties to serve clients. Continue reading
WAV Group is seeking feedback from agents on the fate of the policy in a new survey ahead of the National Association of Realtors’ Emerging Issues Advisory Board committee meeting Sept. 12-13. Continue reading
The case dates back to a 2020 settlement between NAR and the DOJ, and to the DOJ’s 2021 attempt to withdraw from that settlement — something NAR is trying to block. Continue reading
The suit accuses NAR and major franchisors of breaking antitrust laws. The company’s complaint includes alleged text messages in which agents refused to show Homie listings. Continue reading
Judge says Top Agent Network “adequately alleged” NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy is a “group boycott.” Meanwhile, NAR signals it may be open to repealing the rule. Continue reading
NAR was dismissed without paying any money or making any rule changes, but The PLS says it can reopen the case if they don’t come to a deal. Continue reading