MAR is Hosting a Virtual Broker Summit
On September 23rd, the Mass Association is hosting a virtual broker summit from 9:00 a.m.…
Broker Involvement Program
Are you a broker owner or managing broker? Are you involved with NAR’s Broker Involvement…
OLD CAR Takes the Lead!
We all learned in the very beginning of our career in license school the fiduciary…
State to Delay Collecting New Tax for Paid Family & Medical Leave
Governor, Charlie Baker, and legislators have agreed to a 3-month delay to the start of…
Let’s do W-9s and 1099’s better in 2019!
Yesterday, all brokers were required to issue 1099’s to anyone they paid more than $600…
1099 MISC forms Q&A for commission paid?
Ah, the first of the year and time to think TAXES! Brokers/brokerages must issue and…
Window to the Law: Copyright Best Practices for Listing Photos
Watch this month’s Window to the Law video to learn about copyright best practices for…
Do Brokers need to issue a 1099 for commission paid to a LLC?
Tick tock, each year we like to remind our brokerages to issue all of your…
Window to the Law: Team Legal Issues
This month’s Window to the Law features a discussion about the various legal risks that…
It’s Here! Automatic Debit / Credit Card Payment for MLS has Arrived
Brokers, you’ve been asking and our MLS Board of Directors heard you. At their August…
1099 MISC forms Q&A for commission paid in 2016?
Ah, the first of the year and time to think TAXES! Brokers/brokerages must issue and…
Take 3 Minutes to Manage Records More Efficiently
It’s a new year, so start off with a clean slate. Take three quick minutes…
REALTOR Safety: Are You Too Nice for Your Own Good?
September is REALTOR Safety Month. Just out from the National Association of REALTORS, this article…
Reducing the Risk of Real Estate Wire Fraud
Our friend and technical guru Matt Cohen of Clareity Consulting has released a fantastic free…
Delayed Submission – Here’s How That Works
On occasion, a seller may choose to enter into an Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement…
MLS Policy Changes
Two important policy changes were made at the last MLS Board of Directors meeting, based…
When does accepting a gift card violate federal law?
Our office has fielded several questions lately regarding the federal regulations (RESPA) that govern what…
What’s In the MLS Submission Policy?
Everything you need to know about the proper submission of listings into the MLS and…
Do Brokers need to issue a 1099 for commission paid to a LLC?
It’s that time of year when tax questions start to come into the Board Office. …
Information Security for Real Estate Professionals
Do not miss this one! On Thursday, October 15th Matt Cohen, Clareity’s Chief Technologist, will…