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And I believe it is probably a violation that centers on the world 'Full'.
That would suggest a 'standard'.

It feels like a violation but I am no attorney. Interested to read the thread as it develops. And what does "up front" mean?

Why would it be a violation? Nobody's conspiring with anybody. Now if the email had said that we and several other brokers in the area decided to charge a 3% commission... that would be a violation. Brokers are free to choose to charge whatever they want. It's when they all get together to set a firm rate (price fixing)  is where they get into trouble.

What was their business?  Who were they trying to attract?  As long as they weren't trying to set commissions with other business, I think they are ok.  Possibly RESPA depending on the business?

I'd be curious to know what the related business is.  I've seen similar ones from "payday advance" type companies that the state is advertising.

Where do I get in line

Builder's offer this when all contingencies are removed from the contract. No problem here in Florida!

 Yikes! This seems to be a violation of free trade. Check with an attorney.

David,

Sounds like one and it makes no sense. A

What business? Is the commission paid out or paid to?

I don't think it would be...if they are a related business they are not a real estate agent and the commission they pay has nothing to do with real estate commission.  An attorney would need to weigh in on this, like Lise Howell?

What exactly are you calling a "related business"? And is it owned by your company? Or are you referring to what we call "affiliates" (non-real estate businesses) that provide ancillary services to REALTORS?

I find it a general violation meaning tempting people with money doesnt speak well to me. Not wise to base what you do on money alone

I do not know what the related business is.

I do not know what that means. I'd consult the lawyer. 

I am not familiar with the laws, regulations etc. applicable to your company's jurisdiction(s).

The closest I've seen to this is Toll Bros advancing a % commission when a new construction house goes under contract. I suppose they could pay 3% if they wanted.

I have no idea.  Never heard of an up-front commission.

David Barr No, we used to have a company here called 4% Realty. They had no problem getting an approved firm license from the real estate commission.

I'm not sure of the rules in your area, David Barr . In my region most likely it is a violation.