#nar-settlement

#nar-settlement

A legal brief argues the NAR settlement may be legally invalid, potentially upending industry reliance on that settlement.

Starting January 1, Texas licensees must have a written buyer agreement before taking substantive actions; agents may only unlock doors without giving advice.

Buyer agency agreements are enforceable only when the agent can demonstrate procuring cause through documented participation in the specific transaction.

MLS must compete daily by expanding beyond listing snapshots to lifecycle property data and services to retain customers amid growing competition and lost compensation pillars.