California Realtors group warns agents to stay away from lawyer solicitations

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There have been questions over the employment status of real estate agents in California — and possible ramifications or ripple effects nationwide — in the wake of a labor ruling by the California Supreme Court over a year ago. Continue reading →

More than 1-in-10 Airbnb guests have found hidden cameras: survey

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Cameras in Airbnbs have become a controversial topic in recent months thanks to a parade of headlines about unsuspecting guests stumbling upon surveillance equipment. Continue reading →

The evolution of real estate leads: Fallout at realtor.com

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With Move Inc.’s purchase of Austin-based lead gen company Opcity, realtor.com has made some changes. What can we learn from realtor.com’s recent strategy, and what should we prepare for later in the game? Continue reading →

Keller Williams joins other top brokerages in supporting the Equality Act

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Keller Williams is the latest company to join in support of the Equality Act, legislation that would codify gender and sexual orientation protections into the Civil Rights Act, including the Fair Housing Act.  Continue reading →

The age of streaming real estate is here

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Zillow’s recent pivot from a traditional agent ad model to it’s all-in instant offer business model reminds me of Netflix’s gutsy decision in 2007 to move into streaming and away from its profitable DVD-by-mail model. Continue reading →

Lesbian and gay homebuyers are typically 45 and earn $91K: NAR

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But bisexual homebuyers tend to earn less and buy homes at a younger age, according to new National Association of Realtors study. Continue reading →

The Inman Weekender: RE/MAX Select nixes realtor.com’s leads

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Need something to occupy your spare moments this weekend? Find out what not to miss at ICLV, check out our ‘Back to Basics’ series, and catch up on this week’s top news. Continue reading →