Michigan Regional Forms: What’s Changed and What REALTORS® Need to Know
UPDATE: 3/31/2026
Members should note that a technical issue in the Purchase Agreement within Dotloop prevented two fields from being completed: the seller concessions field (Paragraph 7) and a checkbox in the possession section (Paragraph 25). The issue has been resolved, and both fields are now fully functional. However, Dotloop does not update forms already placed in an existing transaction loop. If a loop contains the affected version, a new copy of the Purchase Agreement may need to be added.
Additionally, the license number fields previously included in the Purchase Agreement were removed. These fields were originally added after the implementation of the Truth in Lending Act–Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act Integrated Disclosure (TRID) rule in 2015. Over time, the fields were frequently left blank or contained outdated information, and most lenders now independently verify licensing information. Based on these factors, the Michigan Regional Forms Committee elected to remove the fields, though they may be reconsidered if lenders express significant demand.
Michigan Regional Forms: What’s Changed and What REALTORS® Need to Know
The newly updated forms are accessible through DotLoop/Ziplogix and through your WMLAR member portal.
The Details:
The West Michigan Regional Forms Committee has rolled out several important updates affecting listing agreements, purchase agreements, and manufactured home forms. While some of these changes clarify existing obligations, others represent meaningful shifts in how transactions are handled. Here’s a plain-English breakdown of what’s new and why it matters.
First Things First: A Name Change
The Committee has officially changed its name, form titles, and copyrights to reflect its expanding service area across multiple REALTOR® associations statewide, including WMLAR. The new name is Michigan Regional Forms instead of West Michigan Regional Forms. ZipForms and Dotloop folder names will be updated in the coming weeks.
Michigan Regional Forms are not the same as Michigan REALTORS® forms. They are separate libraries. All forms remain copyrighted and for REALTOR® member use only.
Listing Agreement Updates
Seller Concessions Paragraph Removed
Paragraph #11 (Seller Offered Concessions to Buyer) has been removed from the Listing Agreement.
Why?
- It wasn’t required by the NAR settlement.
- It was rarely used and caused confusion.
- Some sellers unintentionally offered duplicate financial incentives.
- Appraisers and lenders raised concerns.
What didn’t change:
- Sellers can still authorize compensation sharing in Paragraph #10 (Brokerage Fee).
- Concessions can still be addressed in the Other Provisions section, when appropriate or the Purchase Agreement through negotiation
Purchase Agreement Changes You’ll Want to Flag
Effective Date Clarified: The Effective Date language now clarifies that All references to “time” mean local time where the property is located. This was added to reduce confusion for REALTORS® working across time zones (notably Michigan and Indiana).
Seller’s Disclosure: Same Duty, Clearer Placement
Information reinforcing a seller’s obligation to promptly update the Seller’s Disclosure Statement has been relocated within the form. This is not a new responsibility, but listing agents should clearly explain to sellers that disclosure is an ongoing obligation, not a one-time task. CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE SELLER’S DISCLOSURE STATEMENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE WMLAR MLS.
Bottom line: When material facts of the property changes, redisclosure is required and should be re-uploaded into the MLS.
NEW: Rented Items Disclosure (Paragraph #12)
If the property includes rented items (water heaters, furnaces, propane tanks, security systems, etc.), sellers must provide copies of rental agreements within three days of the Effective Date. If no agreements are provided, the seller is representing that no rented items exist. Why this matters: Rented fixtures are increasingly common and can materially affect a buyer’s costs and inspection decisions.
Significant Change: Inspections & Investigations (Paragraph #17, formerly #15)
OLD version:
If a buyer submitted an inspection addendum, the seller could:
- Negotiate
- Accept it
- OR terminate the entire agreement
That last option is the landmine. Sellers had a built-in escape hatch just because the buyer asked for repairs.
NEW version:
If a buyer submits an inspection addendum, the seller can:
- Negotiate
- Accept it
- OR do nothing
Sellers can no longer terminate the agreement solely because a buyer submitted an inspection addendum.
How the process works now:
1. Buyer does inspections. Same as before. Same timelines. Same buyer responsibility.
2. Buyer doesn’t like the results — buyer has two choices: Within the inspection period, buyer must either: Terminate, or Submit an addendum asking for repairs/changes. If the buyer does nothing, the property is accepted as-is.
3. Seller receives the buyer’s addendum — seller now has fewer options. Under the new language, the seller may: Accept the addendum; Negotiate; or Do nothing. The seller can no longer kill the deal just because the addendum exists.
4. Seller does nothing = addendum is rejected. If the seller doesn’t respond or doesn’t reach an agreement within 3 days, the addendum is deemed rejected.
5. Buyer gets the final call. Once the addendum is rejected, the buyer has 3 days to: Terminate and get their EMD back or proceed to closing as-is. If the buyer doesn’t terminate then the deal moves forward.
Consistency Across Resolution Paragraphs
The Committee standardized timelines and resolution options across:
- Inspections & Investigations
- Well & Septic
- Title Insurance
- Survey
- Appraisal
This makes the agreement easier to follow and apply consistently.
Appraisal Gets Its Own Paragraph (#8)
Appraisal language has moved from the general Terms section into a new stand-alone paragraph. If an appraisal comes in low, the resolution options are to renegotiate, terminate (and receive back EMD) or proceed to close at the agreed purchase price.
Possession After Closing & Temporary Occupancy (#25)
The Purchase Agreement now more strongly emphasizes the use of the Temporary Occupancy Agreement when a seller remains in the property after closing and addresses fees, maintenance responsibilities, insurance coverages and more. If used, it must be signed on or before closing.
Temporary Occupancy Agreement Updates
- Sellers are now explicitly responsible for damage caused by: The seller; Household members; Invitees or other occupants
- This closes loopholes related to non-family occupants.
- A new Other Provisions section allows for customization when needed.
Manufactured Home Form Updates
Listing Agreement: Other Taxes
A new paragraph prompts sellers to disclose taxable improvements (garages, sheds, decks) located on leased lots, helping avoid post-closing surprises.
Purchase Agreement: Appraisal Process Added
A new appraisal paragraph outlines buyer and seller options, timelines, and remedies when an appraisal comes in below the purchase price — something that was previously missing.
Title Transfer Clarification
The Closing paragraph now clarifies that title transfers for manufactured homes may take six weeks or longer and that this delay does not constitute a failure to close or default.
NOTE: The WMLAR MLS DOES allow the listing of mobile homes in parks with the proper licensing. Seller’s Disclosure Statements are also required. See our MLS FAQS HERE for more information.
License number fields removed from the Purchase Agreement
Those fields were originally added following the implementation of TRID in 2015. Over time, however, fewer agents completed them, and they were often left blank. In some instances, outdated license numbers were entered—particularly when an individual transitioned from salesperson to broker. As a result, most lenders now independently verify this information for each transaction. Based on these factors, the Committee opted to remove the fields from the Purchase Agreement.
