Monthly Archives: September 2024

Unrepresented buyers need options like Shay: Tech Review

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Not all consumers need a buyer’s agent; Shay is an AI-driven homebuying solution with a number of industry-bred benefits. Continue reading →

Reffkin: NAR’s Clear Cooperation breaks ethics code, state laws

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In challenging the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation Policy, Robert Reffkin writes, Realtors are upholding their highest moral, ethical and legal duties to serve clients. Continue reading →

That big Fed rate cut was no panacea for housing: Fitch analysts

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Fed easing was already priced into mortgage rates, but there’s room for more relief if investors who fund most home loans get less skittish about prepayment risk and quantitative tightening. Continue reading →

Alabama Association of Realtors to NAR: Make membership optional

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“It is time to allow members the ability to choose where they allocate their membership and dues dollars between the local, state and national levels,” Alabama Realtors wrote to NAR on Tuesday. Continue reading →

Place acquires all-inclusive platform Livian

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The two real estate platforms have been growing on the same trajectory at Keller Williams for more than a decade, their founders said, and during this challenging period in the industry, it made sense to combine forces. Continue reading →

Broker Spotlight: Mark Nottingham, @properties

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Find out how this Indiana broker-owner got his start, what he believes is coming next and why partnering with @properties three years ago “was one of the best business decisions” he and his team ever made. Continue reading →

EXp picks up 200-agent Hudson Valley indie brokerage

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As part of eXp, Grand Lux Realty will operate out of White Plains, New York. Founder Michael Levy touted eXp’s technology as one of the brokerage’s selling points. Continue reading →

Tough love time? Here are 5 strategies for better agent results

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Loyalty bonds between agents and brokerages are fragile. How hard can you push without breaking? Wallace Real Estate’s Claudia Stallings has tough love tips for agents in today’s market. Continue reading →

Compass nabs high-profile NYC agent from Official

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Jared Schwadron operates in New York City, the Hamptons and Miami and is the latest get for Compass as it competes to build a roster of top agents in lean times. Continue reading →

Compass sees growth spurt in Arizona with addition of North & Co

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The addition brings upwards of 200 agents to Compass’ ranks and gives the brokerage a strong position in the state’s luxury market. Compass will also launch new offices in Chandler and Flagstaff in 2025. Continue reading →