NAR's commission settlement has been approved. But is it really over?
Opinion
Not even a last-minute twist could stop this train, writes University at Buffalo law professor Tanya Monestier, who envisions a long road before the courts truly wash their hands of commissions
by Tanya Monestier Nov 27
Court grants final approval to NAR's landmark settlement deal
Judge Stephen R. Bough approved antitrust deals reached with the National Association of Realtors and HomeServices of America Tuesday afternoon
by Andrea V. Brambila Nov 26
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
by Taylor Anderson Nov 26
Compliance and off-market listings: The fiduciary duty at play
Opinion
Regardless of the CCP’s future, fiduciary duty remains a constant in real estate practice, demanding an unwavering commitment from licensees, Summer Goralik writes
by Summer Goralik Nov 26
NAR's settlement is up for final approval. Here's why that matters
The National Association of Realtors' commission settlement became an inciting incident for the most disruptive year for real estate in memory. A judge is expected to approve the deal Tuesday
by Jim Dalrymple II Nov 26
Buyer-broker agreement may limit how brokers compete, DOJ warns
Ahead of a final Nov. 26 approval hearing on NAR's proposed class-action settlement, DOJ lawyers narrowed in on a provision requiring written agreements between buyers and agents before tours
by Taylor Anderson Nov 25
Award per homeseller in Sitzer is about $913 and getting smaller
Over 491K homesellers have filed claims for a portion of the $700M raised by NAR, HomeServices and other settlements in Sitzer, with more to come before May 2025 deadline
by Taylor Anderson Nov 21
After NAR NXT, it's clear: NAR is leading us into more lawsuits 
Opinion
This is a moment of transformation in our industry, and you have a choice: adapt or fall behind, coach Darryl Davis writes. Don’t wait for the market to dictate your future. Take control
by Darryl Davis Nov 19
7 elements for crafting airtight contracts in a post-Sitzer world
As real estate continues to evolve in a post-Sitzer | Burnett era, contract documents are likely to be refined and modified to reflect current trends, broker Cara Ameer writes
by Cara Ameer Nov 19
25 contract terms every new agent should master before 2025
Cara Ameer and Nicole Solari share the 25 terms that are crucial for new agents to explain to buyers and sellers without the benefit of crib notes
by Cara Ameer AND Nicole Solari Nov 19
NAR perks and lavish spending spotlight of New York Times report
Volunteer National Association of Realtors' leaders received perks and payment that lawyers say could run afoul of US tax laws, according to an investigation by the Times published on Monday
by Taylor Anderson Nov 18
Homie
In the latest filing in its quest for damages, Utah-based discount brokerage Homie asserted NAR, KW, RE/MAX and others created and enforced rules that amounted to an illegal conspiracy
by Taylor Anderson Nov 18
Take the Inman Intel Index survey for November
Opinion
The post-August-deadline adjustment period is drawing to a close, and the next chapter is about to begin. Add your insights to the Inman Intel Index, real estate's most ambitious monthly survey
by Daniel Houston Nov 18
NAR's speech code was enacted to protect Realtors. Why kill it now?
Opinion
After the election, Rob Hahn called for repealing NAR’s speech ethics code on his popular blog. Trainer Rachael Hite argues that now is the time to double down on 10-5 to protect all consumers
by Rachael Hite Nov 18
Rental Beast to help Realtor.com devour lease market
Rental Beast is a comprehensive rental property solution with an MLS-specific iteration of its software, which is what likely led to Realtor.com’s decision to work with them
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 15
ICYMI at NXT: 3-way agreement and a national MLS? The Download
As NAR's members and leaders met up, the industry's biggest question marks took center stage amid a mix of opinions and perspectives
by Christy Murdock Nov 15