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With Kasper exit, the hits keep coming for NAR: The Download

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After a reported blackmail threat, NAR President Tracy Kasper resigned this week. What’s next for the embattled trade organization? Continue reading →

Latest homeseller suits in Arizona, New York target commission rules

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Class-action complaints filed by Joseph Masiello and Robert Friedman join chorus of litigation nationwide objecting to trade group rules requiring sellers to offer compensation to buyer brokers. Continue reading →

Post-Sitzer, the opinion of 8 people doesn’t diminish agent value

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According to coach Darryl Davis, the opinion of eight people doesn’t prove anything about the reality of our industry. By staying positive, keeping perspective and being proactive, real estate agents can continue to demonstrate their worth. Continue reading →

CoreLogic fights MLS cyberthreats with Clareity Assure

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Adaptive authentication is at the heart of the system, a form of user identification that applies at random one of many factors to verify the request for access, such as location, device status and even the individual’s recent online behavior. Continue reading →

NAR, KW and HomeServices seek new trial in Sitzer | Burnett suit

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The defendants point to “legal errors at trial” they say justify setting aside the jury’s historic, multi-billion-dollar verdict and giving the defendants another chance to make their case in court. Continue reading →

James Dwiggins: NAR needs a top-down overhaul

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Ahead of Inman Connect New York this month, the NextHome CEO said NAR serves an important function, but needs a major fix to deal with challenges related to leadership and commission suits. Continue reading →

NAR President Tracy Kasper resigns, alleges blackmail

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The National Association of Realtors’ leader said she recently received a “threat to disclose a past personal, non-financial matter unless she compromised her position at NAR.” Continue reading →

Industry veteran Saul Klein replaces MLS CEO accused of theft

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Klein has been interim president of San Diego MLS since June, following the departure of former CEO Michael Mercurio, who allegedly embezzled $1 million from the San Diego Association of Realtors. Continue reading →

It’s official: NAR reports first full-year membership dip since 2012

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The membership of the National Association of Realtors shrank by 1.7 percent last year as the trade group weathered a tough market and major lawsuits. Continue reading →

7 perks of seller-paid commission to share with homeowners

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Transparency and communication are more important than ever before. Darryl Davis offers essential talking points for your next commission conversation with sellers. Continue reading →