MLS Governing Documents Certification Process, Information and Resources

Since 2021, NAR uses new, streamlined process to verify compliance of MLS governing documents. Similar to the process used to certify local board bylaws, the goal is to provide multiple listing services with the best resources, allowing them to adopt and implement policies and procedures that result in the most effective governance for their organizations. Moving forward, MLSs do not need to submit their governing documents for review. Instead, MLSs will need to certify that MLS’ rules and regulations and bylaws contain all of the mandatory provisions established by NAR. 

The MLS executive will be able to access the form with their NAR username and password. Please note that the language that must be included in your rules and regulations and bylaws is the exact same language that was required in the Handbook on Multiple Listing Policy. 

Certification Form

There have been no mandatory changes for MLS rules and regulations for 2023 so there will be no certification form for MLS governing documents for 2023.

To view annual summaries of changes to NAR’s model MLS governing documents go here.

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