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Long-serving HAR CEO Bob Hale announces his retirement

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Hale has been with HAR since the 1970s, racking up a long list of accomplishments and awards along the way. René Galvan will succeed him as president and CEO. Continue reading →

HAR’s ShowingSmart is the latest entry in the race to replace ShowingTime: Tech Review

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ShowingSmart is a software solution for scheduling showings and arranging buyer tours developed for members of the Houston Association of Realtors. Continue reading →

Georgia MLS cuts dues in response to concerns amid outbreak

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Some real estate brokerages are asking multiple listing services for financial relief amid the coronavirus outbreak and Georgia MLS is listening. Continue reading →

Coronavirus not slowing down NAR’s pocket listing policy

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Several MLSs are adding a “Coming Soon” status for the first time as part of the rollout, while others are instituting weighty fines for violations. Continue reading →

Coronavirus not slowing down NAR’s pocket listing policy

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Several MLSs are adding a “Coming Soon” status for the first time as part of the rollout, while others are instituting weighty fines for violations. Continue reading →

Houston and Austin Realtors suspend open house displays on HAR.com

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The Houston Association of Realtors’ flagship listing site, HAR.com, is no longer displaying open houses in most Texas markets in hopes of slowing the spread of the new coronavirus. Continue reading →

We talked to 21 multiple listing services about their coronavirus preparations. Here’s what they said

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Canceling open houses, making showings voluntary and offering online training are some of the steps MLSs are taking. More drastic steps may be on the horizon. Continue reading →

Houston Association of Realtors to raise fees for first time in 20 years

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The $15 increase on subscriber fees will fund an expanded advertising budget, new tech development and increased costs associated with website security and mapping fees. Continue reading →

39% of homesellers ‘somewhat likely’ to work with an iBuyer

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Despite the interest and awareness of iBuyers, however, 92 percent still want to work with a Realtor, according to a new consumer survey by the Houston Association of Realtors. Continue reading →