The compliance violations that risk drawing an 'enforcement trifecta'
Opinion
Secret profits, deceitful acts or undisclosed compensation by Realtors could lead to action from multiple enforcement bodies, including NAR, MLSs and state regulators, Summer Goralik writes
by Summer Goralik Nov 12
Will agents actually call you back?
Opinion
What happens if the listing agent won’t return your phone calls? Compliance expert Summer Goralik has the answers you need. Don't let another agent’s unresponsiveness stand in your way
by Summer Goralik Oct 8
Why are some agents still flirting with cooperative compensation?
Opinion
Compliance expert Summer Goralik tackles why the commission-splitting debate remains unresolved and whether listing agreements should still include buyer agent compensation fields
by Summer Goralik Oct 1
How can I really be sure sellers will pay the buyer's agent (me)?
Opinion
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether it’s possible to confirm if a seller is willing to compensate buyer’s agents
by Summer Goralik Sep 17
How are these new commission rules improving transparency?
Opinion
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks how these new rules promote consumer transparency
by Summer Goralik Sep 10
Can I say 'call for buyer’s agent compensation' in private remarks?
Opinion
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether listing agents can mention buyer’s agent compensation in the private remarks on the MLS
by Summer Goralik Sep 2
I'm a listing agent. Do I need buyer agreement proof before showings?
Opinion
With confusion around the new commission rules, compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether listing agents should verify signed buyer-broker agreements before showing a property
by Summer Goralik Aug 27
Got commission questions? This compliance expert has answers
Compliance expert Summer Goralik has the answers to queries from '13 more questions agents should ask about commission settlements' as we head into the post-settlement transition
by Summer Goralik Aug 20
Are we allowed to let clients know about concessions upfront?
Opinion
With all the commission confusion surrounding the new rule implementation, compliance expert Summer Goralik answers your burning questions
by Summer Goralik Aug 16
Is it possible to market a seller wanting to offer a concession?
Opinion
With all the commission confusion as we near the Aug. 17 implementation deadline, compliance expert Summer Goralik is here to answer your burning questions, starting with concessions
by Summer Goralik Aug 13