Multiple listing options for sellers
SPAAR - 04/11/2025
The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has adopted a new MLS policy, Multiple Listing Options for Sellers, which exists in conjunction with the Clear Cooperation Policy and other MLS policies to 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.
These changes are in effect immediately as of March 25, 2025, and the deadline for them to be implemented is by September 30, 2025. The MLS is currently working on any updates and changes that it needs to make to accommodate these NAR changes.
The New MLS Policy Statement offers these Options for the Seller:
Office Exclusive: Is an exempt listing where the seller has directed that their property not be disseminated through the MLS and not be publicly marketed. The office exclusive listing shall be filed with the MLS but not disseminated to other MLS Participants and Subscribers.
Delayed Marketing: Is an exempt listing where the seller has directed the listing broker to delay the public marketing of that listing through IDX and syndication for any period as allowed by the local MLS in its unfettered discretion. A delayed marketing listing shall be filed with the MLS and does not preclude the listing firm from marketing the listing in a manner consistent with their seller’s choice.
Please see NAR’s page for additional information and FAQs.
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