The NAR settlement is approved. Does the DOJ know what’s next?

The NAR settlement is approved. Does the DOJ know what’s next?

For the real estate industry, the past eight months of work culminated on Tuesday when Judge Stephen R. Bough granted final approval of the National Association of Realtors‘ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement.... Read more »
The next NAR scandal — extravagant executive perks — is here

The next NAR scandal — extravagant executive perks — is here

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has spent much of the past few years having its dirty laundry aired across public domain and in courtrooms. Now a new report is taking aim... Read more »
NAR faces another antitrust suit over its membership agreement

NAR faces another antitrust suit over its membership agreement

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is facing yet another lawsuit related to its three-way membership agreement, which requires Realtors to join their local, state and national associations in order to obtain... Read more »
Despite everything, NAR hasn’t lost many members (and its budget reflects that)

Despite everything, NAR hasn’t lost many members (and its budget reflects that)

The headlines might suggest that National Association of Realtors (NAR) members are struggling to find common ground on many issues. But any hint of division was nowhere to be seen during Monday... Read more »
‘Thank u, NXT:’ NAR Steers Clear Of Clear Cooperation At Its Big Event

‘Thank u, NXT:’ NAR Steers Clear Of Clear Cooperation At Its Big Event

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DOJ and NAR could step back into the ring over commingled listings

DOJ and NAR could step back into the ring over commingled listings

According to the second amended complaint, NAR had policies in place at the time that discriminated against brokers who “operate secure, password-protected Internet sites that enable the brokers’ customers to search for... Read more »
‘Thank u, NXT:’ NAR Steers Clear Of Clear Cooperation At Its Big Event

Is NAR Really Ready To Rethink Its Legal Strategy? The Download

As the trade group’s chief legal officer exits, the National Association of Realtors prepares to evaluate its legal exposure and develop a litigation strategy. Is it too little too late? Whether it’s... Read more »
‘Thank u, NXT:’ NAR Steers Clear Of Clear Cooperation At Its Big Event

Top Agent Network Amends Suit To Focus On NAR As “Real Wrongdoer”

Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The Next Chapter... Read more »
Will Alabama Realtors’ efforts to change NAR membership lead to anything?

Will Alabama Realtors’ efforts to change NAR membership lead to anything?

The Alabama Association of Realtors is calling out for change in national membership models. (Image created by AI in Midjourney.) The Alabama Association of Realtors (AAR) turned heads last week when it... Read more »
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun Issued the Statement on Today’s Announcement From the Federal Reserve

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun Issued the Statement on Today’s Announcement From the Federal Reserve

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun issued the following statement on today’s announcement from the Federal Reserve: “The Fed’s half-point rate cut decision is the beginning of six to eight rounds of further... Read more »