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FTC Reverses Realcomp Decision

The agency's commissioners overrule administrative law judge, finding that the MLS's rules are anticompetitive.

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RE/MAX Wins Trademark Infringement Lawsuit

Texas federal court determines that competitor's mark created a likelihood of confusion among consumers.

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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.

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NAR-DOJ: Final Settlement Details

Important changes to NAR MLS policies and model rules require action by all MLSs.

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2009 Legal Seminar Notebook

Access the seminar presentations and documents on litigation, association policy, legislation/regulation and much more.

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November Podcast: Imported Drywall

Florida attorney David Durkee discusses this emerging problem area.

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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.

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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.

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Ethics Training Quick Reference Guide

Here's a one-stop tip guide for taking the free, online Code of Ethics training course.

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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.

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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.

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2009 Mediator | Mediation Training
December 9, 10, 11

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2009 Professional Standards Seminar
August 20 and 21

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2009 NAR Legal Seminar for State and Local Association Legal Counsel
October 2 - Chicago
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