The Facts for REALTORS®

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National Association of REALTORS® Reaches Agreement to Resolve Nationwide Claims Brought by Home Sellers

As we work together to understand and implement the changes required by the preliminarily-approved NAR settlement which will go into effect August 15th, we're committed to equipping you with the tools you need to succeed.

The materials here are intended for reference by members, staff, and anyone supporting the National Association of REALTORS®. They will help provide background on current events related to the association and give you the tools to talk about them.

https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts

https://www.nar.realtor/competition-in-real-estate

Settlement Briefing - March 22, 2024

Learn the latest from this settlement briefing from NAR President Kevin Sears and Chief Legal Officer Katie Johnson.

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Kevin Sears: Discussing Key Settlement Considerations and Ongoing Advocacy Efforts On the Road

A message from NAR President Kevin Sears about recent association developments and priorities.

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Litigation Update from NAR President Kevin Sears and CLO Katie Johnson

Hear how NAR's resolution provides a path forward for the industry and helps ensure consumer choice.

Written Buyer Agreements 101

Written buyer agreements benefit consumers because they clearly and transparently outline the services an MLS Participant will provide and how they will be compensated.

Summary of MLS Policy Changes

These policy changes were approved by the NAR Leadership Team and will be effective on August 17

NAR Settlement FAQs Forum

Window to the Law: Settlement Facts Videos

Question and answer video series about the NAR settlement and new practice changes and MLS rules.

Settlement Agreement
Legal documentation of the settlement: Download PDF

Settlement Overview: Download PDF

Settlement Timeline: Download PDF

Opt-In Agreement Forms

Appendix B - REALTOR® MLSs - Form (PDF)
Appendix B - REALTOR® MLSs - Instructions (PDF)

Appendix C - Brokerages - Form (PDF)
Appendix C - Brokerages - Instructions (PDF)

Appendix D - Non-REALTOR® MLSs - Form (PDF)
Appendix D - Non-REALTOR® MLSs - Instructions (PDF)

Window to the Law: Settlement Facts Videos

Video series explaining various elements of the settlement.

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Financing FAQ
Answers to financing-related questions regarding NAR’s settlement, in English and Spanish.
Updated April 16, 2024

Read the Press Release

Member Only Access to Settlement Info & FAQ

Latest Settlement Info

The Truth About the NAR Settlement Agreement

Read the details of NAR's action: Download PDF

Who Is Covered? Download PDF

Settlement Agreement Facts Toolkit Get the Toolkit

Fact Sheet en Español

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FREE CE Webinar: Understanding Buyer Broker Agreements

Earn 3 CE credit hours FREE via Zoom while making sure you’re up-to-date on the way the real estate business is changing.

Because some MLSs are changing the way brokers do business it is more important than ever that all Realtors have all the tools and knowledge possible to do business successfully.

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Tuesday, July 23, 9am - 12pm
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Earn your ABR for Free

What You'll Learn in the ABR® Course:

Buyer Representation Agreements and Buyer Counseling Sessions:

Learn how to create a buyer representation agreement, conduct a successful buyer consultation, and communicate your value to clients.

Navigate Each Step of the Buyer Side Transaction Process:

Understand every piece of the transaction puzzle, including the search-showing-selection process, offers and negotiations, appraisals, and closing on the property.

Communicating Your Value as A Buyer's Representative:

This course covers how you can promote yourself in the buyer's market as a buyer's rep and grow your business using ABR® designee member benefits.