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September 22, 2025

Proper Use of the Public Remarks/Property Description Fields in the MLS

CRMLS Rule 12.5 addresses misuse of the Public Remarks or Property Description Field in the MLS. The rule explains that verbiage in this field should only relate to the description, features, and condition of the property and related amenities. The rule also prohibits offensive/discriminatory language or content that raises safety concerns.

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July 31, 2025

Using CRMLS Public Remarks Properly

CRMLS Rule 12.5 addresses misuse of the Public Remarks or Property Description Field in the MLS. The rule explains that verbiage in this field should only relate to the description, features, and condition of the property and related amenities. The rule also prohibits ffensive/discriminatory language or content that raises safety concerns.

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Professionalism

June 18, 2025

A History of Standard of Practice 10-5 and Rationale for its 2025 Rewrite

Facing a string of (thus far unsuccessful) legal challenges filed against local associations that enforced Standard of Practice 10-5—and further compounded by insurance carriers unwilling to provide coverage against such litigation, Standard of Practice 10-5 urgently required updates

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April 18, 2025

CRMLS Listing Status Definitions and Effects on Days on Market (“DOM”)

This Quick Reference Guide provides you with a list of listing statuses and their definitions, as well as how CRMLS counts Days on Market relative to the status.

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March 20, 2025

The Term “REALTOR®”and Proper Usage

The term REALTOR® is not only a trademark owned by NAR and protected by federal law, it is also a valuable membership benefit that distinguishes members from all others in the real estate business. Remember, a REALTOR® isn't "just another real estate agent."

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Professionalism

February 25, 2025

How to Advertise Listings in Printed Neighborhood Market Report

The “Neighborhood Market Report” is defined as an advertising and/or information sheet (typically appearing in the form of a postcard, flyer or newsletter) compiled by and/or for use by a licensee which sets forth a list of home activity in a particular neighborhood area.

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Professionalism

December 13, 2024

When to add a Broker to an Ethics Complaint

We are often asked why the Broker is named as a Respondent in an Ethics Case, even if the Broker was not aware of the problem.

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Professionalism

November 28, 2024

What is the Most Common Code of Ethics Violation?

With Code of Ethics Article 1 being the most common Code of Ethics violated, this Article will explain how the panel renders a decision after the conclusion of a hearing.

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