NAR wants VA to change rules that prohibit veteran buyers from paying broker commissions

NAR wants VA to change rules that prohibit veteran buyers from paying broker commissions

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) urged the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) to revise its policies that ban veterans from paying broker commissions, an issue that is gaining attention following... Read more »
Opinion: Debunking the NAR settlement myths

Opinion: Debunking the NAR settlement myths

Last week, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced a settlement agreement in the Sitzer Burnett case that would take effect in July. For those who missed the declarations that this outcome... Read more »

NAR Responds to President Joe Biden's Remarks on Lowering Housing Costs for American Families – Suzanne Bouhia

2024 National Association of REALTORS® President Kevin Sears issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s remarks on lowering housing costs for American families: “While the National Association of REALTORS® appreciates... Read more »
NAR wants VA to change rules that prohibit veteran buyers from paying broker commissions

NAR addresses ‘incorrect claims’ in Biden’s housing proposal speech

Although the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is grateful for the White House’s focus on the nation’s affordable housing crisis, the trade group was not thrilled about remarks President Joe Biden made... Read more »
Panic! at the brokerage: Industry leaders plan next steps after NAR settlement

Panic! at the brokerage: Industry leaders plan next steps after NAR settlement

“I am sensing that there is some kind of disappointment that they got the settlement, but then they didn’t give a road map of how this is most likely going to play... Read more »
As NAR Settles, Real Estate Braces For Seismic Shift: The Download

As NAR Settles, Real Estate Braces For Seismic Shift: The Download

Everything you know about commissions is poised to change as NAR reaches a massive $418 million settlement. The moment has arrived — the moment to take charge. This summer, at Inman Connect... Read more »
‘Find buyers before agents!’ Mortgage industry reacts to the NAR settlement

‘Find buyers before agents!’ Mortgage industry reacts to the NAR settlement

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement of commission lawsuits nationwide is expected to force mortgage lenders and loan officers to find new ways of approaching listing agents and borrowers, give LOs... Read more »
NAR wants VA to change rules that prohibit veteran buyers from paying broker commissions

Redfin, NAR targeted in latest commission lawsuit

The National Association of Realtors is facing yet another copycat commission lawsuit. The trade group’s legal woes have brought it back to California, where is already facing other commission lawsuits. Filed on... Read more »
NAR wants VA to change rules that prohibit veteran buyers from paying broker commissions

Minority homeownership gains ground, but disparities persist: NAR

The dream of homeownership is becoming more attainable for many Americans, with 10.5 million homeowners added between 2012 and 2022. Some racial minorities also witnessed a surge in their homeownership rates. According... Read more »
NAR wants VA to change rules that prohibit veteran buyers from paying broker commissions

NAR runs out of liability insurance coverage: Sources

Three sources, who have asked to remain anonymous, have confirmed to HousingWire that the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has run out of liability insurance funds. The news about NAR’s insurance predicament... Read more »