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13 questions about NAR’s pocket listing policy answered

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Before NAR members debate a controversial pocket listing policy Saturday, the trade group addressed some common questions gathered by MLS executives. Continue reading →

Change to proposed pocket listing policy announced at NAR Expo

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“Clear Cooperation Policy” will now require that properties be submitted to the MLS within one business day, a change that puts the policy more in line with Bright MLS rule. Continue reading →

NAR: ‘What a wonderful house that you have all built’

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National Association of Realtors leaders struck a celebratory tone at NAR 360, the trade group’s kick-off event for its annual Realtors Conference & Expo Thursday. Continue reading →

NAR directors may face eligibility and performance requirements

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“If you don’t want me to text [during a board meeting], it needs to be interesting,” one Realtor said. “I don’t mean you need to entertain me, but it needs to be worthwhile.” 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 →

Why ‘coming soon’ listings need to be governed

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People need to stop thinking of coming soons and pocket listings as identical, they aren’t. The Clear Cooperation Policy needs to pass. Coming soon needs rules codified that are separate from private, off-MLS sales. Continue reading →

Bright MLS: Pocket listing ban won’t hurt discount brokerages

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Bright MLS is facing resistance to a new policy that bans pocket listings, but it said Tuesday the rule will still let discount brokerages customize commission offers. Continue reading →

MLSListings CEO Jim Harrison put on leave, fears being ‘pushed out’

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But pushing the 19-year veteran out of the MLS won’t be easy. “I’m rock solid,” Harrison told Inman. “That means the mind’s all there, I’m ready to work.” Continue reading →