Navigating Change

Denise Kinney, President of Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage, along with our management team, has prepared our agents with top-tier support and guidance to ensure that they are fully equipped to navigate the nuances of the NAR Settlement Agreement as it pertains to our industry and our mission to help buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals.

Through unparalleled training, support, and a culture of caring we have earned our place as the area's #1 real estate company for the past 24 years and we are committed to continuing to set the bar for success.

Key Takeaways:

  • Commissions have always been, and will continue to be negotiable.
  • NC has long required brokers to enter into written agency agreements. Previously buyer agency agreements were required to be in writing and signed by the broker and client no later than the time of making an offer. This agreement must now be in place prior to the agent showing a property to potential buyers.



More on the Settlement

Settlement FAQ from NAR

NAR’s ‘The Truth About the Settlement Agreement’

The Facts for REALTORS® (materials regarding current events related to NAR)

NAR Lawsuits Resource Center


Additional Resources

Why Work with a REALTOR®

Working with Real Estate Agents Brochure

179 Ways Agents Who are REALTORS® Are Worth Every Penny Of Their Compensation



Feel free to reach out to any of our managers for more information:

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Leland Office
  • 481 Olde Waterford Way Suite 104
  • Leland, NC 28451
  • (910) 371-1181
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Midtown in Wilmington Office
  • 2516 Independence Blvd Suite 102
  • Wilmington, NC 28412
  • (910) 799-5531
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Atlantic Beach Office
  • 515 Atlantic Beach Causeway
  • Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
  • (252) 247-7600
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