NWMLS calls for marketplace openness, fairness, transparency

Northwest MLS President and CEO Justin Haag writes that there is no place for exclusionary practices in today’s real estate marketplace. Continue reading

NWMLS fires back at Compass, condemns ‘exclusionary’ tactics

The Washington-based multiple listing service said private listings entrench brokerages as “gatekeepers.” The comments come after Robert Reffkin called out NWMLS on Instagram. Continue reading

NWMLS opts out of NAR deal in bid to continue commission offers

Northwest MLS says banning compensation in the MLS restricts consumer choice and transparency. Plaintiffs’ attorney Michael Ketchmark says “the fox is guarding the chicken house.” Continue reading