Are you a home buyer or seller affected by the upcoming NAR settlement changes?

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The rules for residential real estate are changing this month. The National Association of Realtors said changes included in a settlement to end antitrust legal claims will officially go into effect nationwide on Aug. 17.

The changes change informal guidelines that often led to home sellers paying a commission of 5% or 6%, which was typically split between the agent representing the buyer and the agent representing the seller. Agents working with buyers must now sign a written purchase agreement, specifying the fee, before viewing the property.

The regulations could fundamentally change the way Americans buy and sell homes. Are you planning to buy or sell a home in the near future? If so, we want to hear from you about how the changes could affect you.