Real Estate Referral Fees: Transparency & Disclosure
NWMLS pushes for transparency in real estate referral fees, disclosing costs to customers. Referral fees impact real estate market. Changes benefit customers by revealing true transaction costs.
Compass 3-Phased Marketing: Transparency & Fair Housing
Compass introduces a new disclosure for its 3-phased marketing strategy, aiming for transparency and fair housing while facing debate over private listings' impact on competition and potential discrimination.
Zillow’s Listing Criteria: Transparency and IDX Rules
Zillow's listing criteria and IDX rules are discussed. NAR's choice emphasizes transparency. Concerns about off-MLS listings and potential consumer harm are highlighted. Zillow defends its standards against anticompetitive claims.