In Support of Direct Payments of Compensation by Sellers to Buyer's Agents
This article argues in favor of allowing sellers to directly pay compensation to buyer's agents, as proposed by the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY). This approach addresses the Department of Jus... ...more
The RELS Blog
May 24, 2024•4 min read
Allowing Buyers the Choice to Filter Properties Based on Agent Compensation
This article addresses the importance of allowing home buyers to filter properties based on the compensation offered to their agents. While the Department of Justice (DOJ) seeks to prevent anti-compet... ...more
The RELS Blog
May 24, 2024•3 min read
NAR's Settlement is not the LAW! Its only a rule.
NAR's Settlement is not the LAW! Its only a rule. It is not mandated by the State, it is only an agreement between NAR and the plaintiffs, it holds no legal standing unless you put your listings on a ... ...more
NAR related
May 13, 2024•4 min read
Other Broker Compensation: Paying for Marketing, Facilitation, and Transportation, Not Representation
In the real estate industry, the dynamics of financial transactions between sellers, buyers, and their respective agents can often be misunderstood. One area of confusion arises around the topic of se... ...more
NAR related
May 10, 2024•3 min read
How Sellers Gain by Paying the Buyer-Broker Compensation
The dynamics of financial responsibilities in real estate transactions are traditionally shaped by established roles and expectations. Sellers have typically covered certain costs associated with the ... ...more
NAR related
May 10, 2024•13 min read
Concerns and Guidance Regarding NAR Rule 58
We addresses the recent implementation of rules 58(ii) and 58(iv) by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), focusing on their potential legal implications for real estate agents and brokers. Thes... ...more
NAR related
May 09, 2024•2 min read