Woodward Realty Group merges with Corcoran Baer & McIntosh

By Lillian Dickerson | May 15, 2024 - 1:00 pm |May 15, 2024 Uncategorized

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With the merger, 26 agents will join Corcoran Baer & McIntosh, bringing the combined firms’ agent count to 130 across seven offices in parts of New York and New Jersey. Continue reading →

Last call: Nominations for the Innovator Awards close Friday

By Inman | May 15, 2024 - 9:00 am |May 15, 2024 Uncategorized

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Don’t miss your opportunity to celebrate success and innovation. Submit nominations in 13 categories by Friday before winners are announced this August. Continue reading →

How are you preparing for upcoming industry changes? Pulse

By Dani Vanderboegh | May 15, 2024 - 8:00 am |May 15, 2024 Uncategorized

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With settlement approvals and impending rule changes, we’re wondering, what steps are you taking (if any) to get ready? Continue reading →

5 real estate marketing campaigns that don’t cost a thing

By Rainy Hake Austin | May 15, 2024 - 8:00 am |May 15, 2024 Uncategorized

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Gaining traction in your market isn’t solely based on budget, The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin writes. Prioritize creativity, authenticity, strategic thinking and these free marketing ideas. Continue reading →

A missed opportunity at NAR midyear

By Teresa Boardman | May 15, 2024 - 8:00 am |May 15, 2024 Uncategorized

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On the heels of the National Association of Realtors’ midyear meeting, broker-owner Teresa Boardman wonders why NAR doesn’t livestream (and engage) more members. Continue reading →

Sitzer judge indicates his support for proposed NAR settlement

By Andrea V. Brambila | May 14, 2024 - 11:24 pm |May 14, 2024 Uncategorized

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Judge Stephen R. Bough said payouts and practice changes in NAR’s deal, added to those in the Keller Williams, Anywhere and RE/MAX settlements, represent “substantial benefits” for sellers. Continue reading →

Finaya acquires Nexme in bid to create a homebuyer ‘super app’

By Craig C. Rowe | May 14, 2024 - 7:20 pm |May 14, 2024 Uncategorized

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The mobile solution merges home shopping with mortgage, insurance, title search and escrow management to offer a comprehensive home transaction experience, among other features. Continue reading →

Agents say their brokerage has their back amid commission chaos

By Daniel Houston | May 14, 2024 - 5:06 pm |May 14, 2024 Uncategorized

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The NAR settlement shook the industry, but agents overwhelmingly told the Inman Intel Index they believe their brokerage has been an effective ally. It’s a big win for brokerage training efforts. Continue reading →

NAR seeks innovative real estate startups for 6th annual Pitch Battle

By Ben Verde | May 14, 2024 - 3:54 pm |May 14, 2024 Uncategorized

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NAR announced the annual competition on Monday with an appeal for applications from startups seeking an opportunity to pitch themselves to investors, real estate pros and tech enthusiasts. Continue reading →

Zillow now showing buyers how rate changes affect their options

By Matt Carter | May 14, 2024 - 2:56 pm |May 14, 2024 Uncategorized

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Powered by mortgage rates from Zillow Home Loans, BuyAbility tool could help listing portal’s lending affiliate get a head start on other lenders it competes with for borrowers. Continue reading →