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Under the new compensation rules, a listing agent may:

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A

Advertise buyer agent compensation on the MLS

Option A is incorrect because MLS rules now prohibit advertising buyer agent compensation on the platform. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) changed these policies to prevent anti-competitive practices. Listing agents cannot display commission offers or incentives for buyer agents on the MLS, as this creates an uneven playing field and violates fair housing principles.

B

Negotiate directly with a buyer's agent about compensation off-MLS

Correct Answer
C

Require the buyer's agent to accept a specific commission rate

Option C is incorrect because agents cannot require other agents to accept specific commission rates. Compensation must be negotiated, not mandated, as this would violate antitrust laws and fair business practices.

D

Refuse to work with buyer's agents entirely

Option D is incorrect because refusing to work with buyer's agents entirely would violate fair housing laws and anti-discrimination regulations. Agents must be willing to cooperate with other agents representing qualified buyers.

Why is this correct?

Option B is correct because listing agents are permitted to negotiate compensation directly with buyer's agents through off-MLS communication channels. This direct negotiation maintains transparency while complying with regulations that prohibit using MLS platforms for compensation discussions.

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