Law and Policy
What's New
FTC Reverses Realcomp Decision
The agency's commissioners overrule administrative law judge, finding that the MLS's rules are anticompetitive.
RE/MAX Wins Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Texas federal court determines that competitor's mark created a likelihood of confusion among consumers.
Price Increase or Unearned Fee? How to Protect Your Bottom Line
Read an article by NAR's General Counsel discussing a recently decided RESPA case and how this decision could impact the fee structure used by your brokerage firm.
NAR-DOJ: Final Settlement Details
Important changes to NAR MLS policies and model rules require action by all MLSs.
2009 Legal Seminar Notebook
Access the seminar presentations and documents on litigation, association policy, legislation/regulation and much more.
November Podcast: Imported Drywall
Florida attorney David Durkee discusses this emerging problem area.
Learn about 2009 Legal Scan Findings
Read this month’s “Did You Know?” to discover some of the key points from the 2009 Legal Scan.
Model Letter for MLSs to Enforce New Membership Requirement
NAR has created a letter that MLSs can use when contacting participants who may not meet the requirements of the new rule.
Featured Content
Ethics Training Quick Reference Guide
Here's a one-stop tip guide for taking the free, online Code of Ethics training course.
Code of Ethics Video Series
The fastest and newest way to learn about the NAR Code of Ethics, these videos focus on what separates you, as a REALTOR®, from other real estate professionals.
Mortgage Fraud: Recognizing the Signs
Read about the increasing dangers real estate brokers face from mortgage fraud by reading a new brochure from NAR's Risk Management Committee.
