There have been numerous complaints lately regarding members missing their agent open houses. This is not only an inconvenience to your fellow members, but it may result in a fine being levied to you. The following is from the MLS® policies:
RAHB MEMBERS OPEN HOUSE
3. For Members having their open house Board Loaded, the request to have or cancel an open house must be completed
and submitted to the Association no later than noon, one (1) business day prior to the open house.
4. For open houses cancelled after noon one business day prior to the open house, the Member must either be present at the property during the open house time to inform Members of the cancellation, or visibly post a sold sign or a notice informing the Members of the cancellation
6. When any Member misses their open house, a letter from the Association will be sent to the Broker of Record and the Listing Brokerage shall be fined.
Burlington Area Only
8. Only one (1) open house is permitted within any thirty (30) day period unless the Seller lists with another office. If a REALTOR® disregards this rule, there will be a letter from the Association sent to the Broker of Record and the Listing Brokerage shall be fined.
9. If bad weather is incurred, roads under construction, or unusual circumstances, individuals must state in writing within seven (7) days of their own open house that they require a new date or forfeit the opportunity to do another open house for sixty (60) days.
MISCELLANEOUS
17. When any member misses their open house, a letter from the Association will be sent to the Broker of Record /Manager with a $50 fine.