Although a listing may be removed from display in the mls compilation of current listing information, all data submitted to the mls will remain in the database for historical and other purposes approved by the service. Read on to learn more and explore your state’s guidelines In real estate, proper record retention is crucial to staying organized, compliant, and prepared for any potential legal matters that may arise
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Use of mls data or data feeds to directly or indirectly establish or maintain a platform to make offers of compensation from multiple brokers to buyer brokers or other buyer representatives is prohibited and must result in the mls terminating that participant’s access to any mls data and data feeds.
However, if the data abuse is widespread and can be seen as dangerous to the participants, mlss should consider with legal counsel whether to close access to the data prior to resolution of the problem with the data recipient.
Bac information will no longer appear on any reports within the mls. I've contacted the mls directly and they claim they cannot remove it What should i do next Your legal assistant, on demand
Briefly tell us your situation — we'll search attorney answers and legal guides for you In conjunction with the clear cooperation policy and other mls policies this policy provide sellers and their agents more options and choice when marketing a property, while also supporting fair housing by providing buyers and their agents with equal access to important mls property information. There are two key practice changes First, listing brokers are no longer allowed to communicate offers of compensation (whether from the listing broker or from the seller) to buyers’ brokers through mls, though they are free to make such offers via other means.
Document retention guidelines can vary greatly from state to state, so understanding your state’s specific guidelines are key to maintaining compliance
