NAR Settlement - Resources
Showami is available in all 50 states to both NAR (National Association of Realtors) and non-NAR affiliated licensees. Showing agents and initiating agents are to cooperate with each other to comply with state laws. Typically it is the responsibility of the initiating agent to communicate with their client and get any necessary forms signed. This page provides links to the NAR Settlement FAQ page along with links to the Real Estate Commission in each state.
Is Showami requiring a Buyer Agreement to schedule a showing?
No - Showami does not require Buyer Agreements. We do not enforce any regulation or agreement because we are not a real estate brokerage, regulatory agency or trade association. There are scenarios within the NAR Settlement Agreement that allow property tours without a buyer agency. Listing agents who show homes to unrepresented buyers are not required to have a buyer agreement as just one example.
Can I show a home if another agent represents the buyer?
Yes - For NAR Members who have a Buyer Agreement with a client being shown a home, it is permissible to have another agent show the home on their behalf. Reference Site (Article 62): https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts/nar-settlement-faqs.
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In what situations would it be okay for an agent to state that they do not have a Buyer's Agreement?
If a listing agent represents a seller and an unrepresented buyer wants to view their listing. That listing agent or an agent acting on the listing agent's behalf may show the property without a "Buyer's Agreement". Reference Site (Article 61): https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts/nar-settlement-faqs
Other situations include Open Houses, Rental Showings initiated by a property management company/landlord, and various tasks like property reports and opening the doors for inspectors and appraisers. Non-NAR affiliated real estate agents in states where Buyer Agreements are not required would also not be required to have a Buyer Agreement.
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Do I need to add a Showami clause to my buyer agreement?
It depends on what your buyer agreement states. Some buyer agreements already have clauses that inform buyers that showings may from time to time be delegated. Other buyer agreements are vague about showing delegation. As long as there are no clauses that prohibit showing delegation you should be fine. Seek advice from your employing broker and/or legal counsel if you are ever in question.
Resource Links
NAR Settlement FAQAlabama Real Estate Commission
Alaska Real Estate Commission
Arizona Department of Real Estate
Arkansas Real Estate Commission
California Department of Real Estate
Colorado Division of Real Estate
Connecticut Real Estate Commission
Delaware Real Estate Commission
Florida Real Estate Commission
Georgia Real Estate Commission
Hawaii Real Estate Branch
Idaho Real Estate Commission
Illinois Division of Real Estate
Indiana Real Estate Home
Iowa Real Estate Commission
Kansas Real Estate Commission
Kentucky Real Estate Commission
Louisiana Real Estate Commission
Maine Real Estate Commission
Maryland Real Estate Commission
Massachusetts Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons
Michigan Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons
Minnesota Real Estate Licensing
Mississippi Real Estate Commission
Missouri Real Estate Commission
Montana Board of Realty Regulation
Nebraska Real Estate Commission
Nevada Real Estate Division
New Hampshire Real Estate Commission
New Jersey Real Estate Commission
New Mexico Real Estate Commission
New York
North Carolina Real Estate Commission
North Dakota Real Estate Commission
Ohio Real Estate and Professional Licensing
Oklahoma Real Estate Commission
Oregon Real Estate Agency
Pennsylvania Real Estate Commission
Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation - Real Estate
South Carolina Real Estate Commission
South Dakota Real Estate Commission
Tennessee Real Estate Commission
Texas Real Estate Commission
Utah Division of Real Estate
Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Real Estate
Virginia Real Estate Board
Washington Real Estate Commission
West Virginia Real Estate Commission
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services - Real Estate
Wyoming Real Estate Commission