What is the Clear Cooperation Policy? The Clear Cooperation Policy, originally introduced in 2020, requires that listings be submitted to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) within one business day of any public marketing. Public marketing includes placing yard signs, posting on social media, digital ads, email blasts, and any listing that is publicly shared outside of a broker’s internal network.

Hey there, future homeowners! Today, we’re diving into something super important – why you should shop for a real estate agent before you even start looking at properties. There have been some big changes in the real estate world recently, due to a major settlement with the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). These changes are […]

How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent: Insights for Buyers and SellersIn real estate transactions, both sellers and buyers should have their own agents to represent their unique interests. While buying a property might seem straightforward from the outside,

Is The Proposed $418 Million NAR Settlement Going To Shake Up Real Estate Landscape? In the world of real estate, a clear shift is underway. Recently, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reached a proposed settlement in 2 landmark lawsuits that could reshape how homes are bought and sold. This isn’t just any settlement—it’s a […]

Update: the “$418 million NAR proposed settlement” Real Estate Market – heading in 2024 – As we peer into the future of the real estate market, FED’s officials*) forecasting at least 3 interest rate reductions next year, adds a layer of anticipation and complexity. This forthcoming adjustment, coupled with the prospect of buyers taking on […]