NAR notches a legal win after judge tosses ‘3-way agreement’ lawsuit

The judgment is good news for NAR, which is facing legal challenges in various states across the country over similar allegations that take issue with the three-way agreement. Continue reading

NAR considers Code of Ethics changes regarding speech

The changes would offer a specific definition of “harassment” and aim to reduce liability. The prospect of change comes as Texas lawmakers consider a bill that could conflict with current NAR rules. Continue reading

NAR hate speech policy poised for disruption under Texas Senate bill

Under Senate Bill 2713, professional organizations like the National Association of Realtors would be prohibited from denying membership based on speech violations, regardless of existing bylaws. Continue reading

Texas-based mega MLS will no longer require Realtor membership

The Austin Board of Realtors’ Unlock MLS will offer non-Realtor subscriptions starting June 1. Continue reading

Broker alleges NAR rules ‘forced’ her to pay for inactive agents

In an updated antitrust complaint, a broker takes aim at NAR’s three-way agreement and other membership rules. Continue reading

Texas broker latest to file suit over NAR’s divisive 3-way agreement

Luz de Amor Eytalis took aim at rules that require “forced memberships” in local, state and national Realtor associations in order to access her local multiple listing service. Continue reading

Texas homesellers file new commission suit as cases pile up

The new suit is the second in Texas since the Sitzer | Burnett verdict, and is one of a growing number of antitrust cases challenging the way agents get paid. Continue reading

New bombshell lawsuit targets Texas Realtor orgs, local teams

A homebuilder and holding company filed the case Monday. But unlike other suits against NAR, this one lists the Texas Association of Realtors and other local organizations as defendants. Continue reading

Agent pleads guilty for Capitol riot, another keeps her real estate license

Agents Katherine Schwab, Jenna Ryan and Jason Hyland flew on a private plane to Washington, D.C., and “stormed the Capitol.” Ryan remains a Realtor after her conviction and prison term. Continue reading

Realogy title company cuts brokerage’s commission at seller request

Engel & Völkers Austin is suing Independence Title and homeseller Robert Turner. Turner is countersuing, alleging breach of fiduciary duty. The case is set for trial on May 4. Continue reading