NAR Settlement
July 31, 2025
Dear members,
NAR has updated their facts.realtor site with fact sheets on what the practice changes mean for homebuyers and home sellers. These resources - one for sellers and one for buyers - outline what buyers and sellers should expect after Aug. 17 and the value agents who are REALTORS® provide to consumers in these transactions.
2. A broker's guide to upcoming practice changes. These slides provide an overview of the settlement, information on corresponding practice changes and implementation, and guidance on how to help consumers understand what these changes mean for them and their homebuying or selling transactions.
3. A template compensation disclosure for active listing or buyer agreements as of Aug. 17. The template disclosure can be used for active agreements as of Aug. 17 that will need to be amended or supplemented with a separate disclosure to conspicuously note that compensation is not set by law and is fully negotiable. For more information on requirements for amending active listing or buyer agreements, please see FAQs #52, #53, #71, and #72.
July 17, 2024
What does the settlement mean for the consumer?
Here is a bulleted list for consumers about what the settlement means to them
July 1, 2024
For the latest, including MLS Updates, use this link
June 10, 2024
New Guidance for Written Buyer Agreements
The National Association of REALTORS® has developed a new guide on written buyer agreements. Starting August 17, a buyer representative working with a buyer will be required to enter into a written agreement with the buyer prior to touring a home, including both in-person and live virtual tours. The guide for developing these agreements is available at facts.realtor and a PDF version can be downloaded by clicking here.
To view a question and answer video series about the NAR settlement and new practice changes and MLS rules, click here!
June 1, 2024
Windows of the Law - the latest on the NAR lawsuits
Here is the Link to the video:
May 9, 2024
Title: What Does NAR’s Settlement Mean for Your Business?
Description: Real estate professionals have always had to demonstrate tangible value to the buyers and sellers they serve. Now that’s doubly important. NAR’s proposed settlement agreement is prompting changes in the real estate industry, but you have all the tools and expertise necessary to navigate those changes smoothly and confidently. Host Marki Lemons Ryhal speaks with four pros, both agents and brokers, about how they’re preparing for the practice changes that are coming.
URL: https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/drive/what-does-nar-settlement-mean-for-your-business?cid=em_LR-030
Title: A New Opportunity to Provide Value to Buyers
Description: The forthcoming rule mandating the use of written representation agreements and other practice changes that are part of NAR’s proposed settlement agreement allows you to emphasize and communicate your value to clients. Host Marki Lemons Ryhal discusses with two practitioners how to maximize these opportunities with buyers.
URL: https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/drive/a-new-opportunity-to-provide-value-to-buyers?cid=em_LR-031
Title: Refocus on Using Your Voice for Your Clients, Industry
Description: Amidst a tumultuous period in the real estate industry, NAR’s massive advocacy machine has never stopped working for you. Over the last year, REALTORS® secured a reduction in FHA mortgage insurance premiums, got the FHFA to rescind proposed hikes on upfront mortgage fees and protected real estate pros’ status as independent contractors. Host Marki Lemons Ryhal talks with two members steeped in advocacy about the true value of being a REALTOR®.
Updated Daily at:
https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts
Please note that facts.realtor includes:
- The latest settlement FAQs
- FAQs focused on financing and interested party contributions
- Slides that cover the key terms of the settlement
- A timeline showing anticipated next steps in the process