Author Archives: Marian McPherson

What to watch for at eXp Realty’s EXPCON this week

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Virtual brokerage eXp Realty is going analog this week with its annual EXPCON conference in Las Vegas. Here are a few highlights from the conference agenda. Continue reading →

Zillow launches street-view home searching with Apple Maps

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Homebuyers can now get a street-view look at listings, thanks to Zillow’s newest integration with Apple Maps. Dubbed “Look Around,” the feature is available in 19 markets. Continue reading →

Redfin adds down payment assistance feature to website

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Starting Thursday, homebuyers can scout down payment assistance programs on Redfin listings, thanks to the brokerage’s new partnership with Down Payment Resource. Continue reading →

RE/MAX Holdings appoints new chief information officer

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Former Fathom Realty executive Grady Ligon has joined the company, bringing more than 20 years of experience in financial and brokerage technology. Continue reading →

Massachusetts broker gets 2.5 years for $1.8M homebuyer scheme

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The U.S. District Court of Massachusetts sentenced broker Michael Flavin to 30 months in federal prison for manipulating homebuyers into signing $1.8 million in fraudulent contracts, according to The Real Deal on Sunday. Continue reading →

Real estate agents weigh in on Zillow’s ShowingTime+ debut

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Monday’s launch of ShowingTime+, a new brand intended to unify Zillow’s tech offerings, has only highlighted the industry’s polarizing feelings about the company. Continue reading →

Zillow launches ShowingTime+ in bid to win over real estate agents

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The new brand will house all existing products and services from ShowingTime, Bridge Interactive, dotloop and Zillow’s Rich Media Experience team. Continue reading →

LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance calls on RPAC to adopt ‘Article 10 Rule’

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In the wake of Florida Realtors’ support of anti-LGBTQ Gov. Ron DeSantis, the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance has called on NAR and RPAC to evaluate political candidates’ credibility using the group’s Article 10 anti-discrimination provision. Continue reading →

Here are the 5 things agents must master during a market shift

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Top Keller Williams and eXp Realty team leaders Jim Roche and Terrence Murphy share how leaders can guide their agents to success during a slowdown, at the Inman Connect Now virtual event. Continue reading →

Compass lays off more workers, with technology department hit hardest

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Compass laid off a significant chunk of its technology team, according to press reports that appeared to suggest hundreds of jobs slashed. This is the second round of layoffs this year. Continue reading →