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Active Real Estate License

• Maintain an active real estate broker license in good standing within your state of operation throughout the term of the agreement. Brokers must have no current license suspensions, material disciplinary actions, or unresolved regulatory matters that could adversely affect their ability to operate a real estate brokerage or fulfill their obligations under the program.

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Continuing Education Compliance

• Maintain all required state continuing education (CE) and license renewal requirements necessary to keep an active real estate broker license in good standing. Partners must remain compliant with all applicable state licensing regulations and provide proof of completion or compliance upon request.

3.

MLS Access & Coverage

• Maintain active membership in approved REALTOR® MLS systems and/or supported national listing platforms, where applicable. Partners must maintain access to a minimum of three (3) local MLS associations or provide substantial statewide MLS coverage to ensure broad listing exposure, accurate data distribution, and syndication across their designated service areas.
  

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Errors & Omissions Insurance

• Broker must maintain active Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance in accordance with all applicable state licensing requirements, MLS participation standards, and brokerage best practices. Proof of coverage may be required upon request and must remain in force throughout the term of the agreement.

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Operational Readiness & Responsiveness

• Maintain full oversight of all active listings, seller communications, and transaction activity within your market. Partners are expected to respond to listing updates, status changes, contract submissions, and offer activity within twenty-four (24) hours to ensure compliance with MLS rules, brokerage policies, and applicable state regulations.

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Brand Licensing & Usage

• Operate under a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the DIY Realty™ brand, trademarks, website assets, and approved marketing materials. Partners must adhere to all brand standards, marketing guidelines, and quality requirements established by DIY Realty™ to ensure a consistent customer experience and brand presentation across all markets.

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Industry Knowledge & Experience

• Demonstrate knowledge of state-specific MLS rules, REALTOR® MLS compliance, listing management, contract-to-close transaction timelines, Flat Fee MLS services, FSBO transactions, discount real estate models, and seller representation. Experience operating a Flat Fee MLS, limited-service, discount brokerage, or high-volume listing business is preferred.

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Program Participation Agreement

• Participate in the DIY Realty™ Partner Program through a licensing and operating agreement that defines each party's responsibilities, support services, territory alignment, compensation structure, operational expectations, and program requirements. Partners remain independently owned and operated brokerages and retain full responsibility for licensing, supervision, compliance, and brokerage operations. DIY Realty™ is not a franchise opportunity.