Homebuyers demand school data. Portals are grappling with the risks
Home-listing portals all rely on the same source for school ratings, which are treated as essential by many homebuyers. If used improperly, critics fear the data could lead to Fair Housing violations
by Marian McPherson Nov 22
How MLSs can foster and advance fair housing
The Council of MLSs is forming a task force to explore the role MLSs can play in stamping out housing discrimination. Panelists at CMLS's annual conference had some ideas
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The listing portal is the first to make the adjustment
by Teke Wiggin Dec 20
Agents risk 'offending the homebuyer' by suggesting another school district
NAR data shows buyers who want to be near top-rated schools unwilling to compromise
by Teke Wiggin May 16
Neighborhood information like sex offender, school and crime data will fuel residential segregation
Inman News special report explores how neighborhood stats are undermining agents, subverting fair housing laws and reshaping communities
by Teke Wiggin Apr 23