I have a few HOT TAKES on this recent NAR Settlement News1.

You never know, if they are found to have commited fraud you might end up getting a big settlement.

When  title or escrow company handles a settlement, they look into a lot more things than just the land records.

Commission rates, like any other good or service are based on supply and demand.The settlement is likely to lead to a lot of agents leaving the business.

Mike, the CEO of the NREIG personally got involved with tenant and "negotiated" a settlement with the tenant on terms which included free rent, as well as a payment to be made by the landlord which we did not consent to.  

Similar to Structured settlements where a company like J.G.Wenworth buys out the settlement for a fraction of what it is worth...I am looking to do the same with the interest in the property that is ultimately to be left to me.

HUD-1 settlement statement was a standard form used by Housing and Urban Development agency. 

I do NOT think it will lead to commission compression (which may happen anyway with or without the settlement). 

Try Dulaney TItle in towson, Clearview Settlement, New Word Title in timoium or Crown TItle in Catonsville.

I am better off investing in 'life settlement' vehicles than real estate.