Author Archives: Christy Murdock

Broker Spotlight: Jeff Valentino, Valentino Group

By Christy Murdock | February 8, 2024 - 10:00 am |February 8, 2024 Uncategorized

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Find out why this North Carolina broker says that real estate is as much a hospitality business as a sales and marketing one. Continue reading →

Keller Williams settled. What does NAR do now? The Download

By Christy Murdock | February 3, 2024 - 10:00 am |February 3, 2024 Uncategorized

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In the wake of the $70 million settlement by Keller Williams, NAR and HomeServices of America appear to be the ones left holding the bag. What happens next? Continue reading →

Broker Spotlight: Merry Morgan Holotik, Compass Florida

By Christy Murdock | February 1, 2024 - 10:00 am |February 1, 2024 Uncategorized

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Broker Merry Morgan Holotik can (literally) tell you what it takes to scale the summit of Mt. Everest and plant your brokerage’s flag there. Continue reading →

Does Umansky have what it takes to save real estate? The Download

By Christy Murdock | January 27, 2024 - 10:00 am |January 27, 2024 Uncategorized

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At Inman Connect New York, The Agency founder unveiled his plan for a rival organization to take on NAR. Is there any chance it’ll work? Continue reading →

Broker Spotlight: Bret Snyder, Engel & Völkers

By Christy Murdock | January 25, 2024 - 10:00 am |January 25, 2024 Uncategorized

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Find out how this Montana broker leads with competence, intention and by prioritizing strong relationships and mentoring. Continue reading →

Meow! The copycats are on the prowl: The Download

By Christy Murdock | January 19, 2024 - 5:34 pm |January 19, 2024 Uncategorized

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Lawsuit after lawsuit dropped this week, with no end in sight. How will it affect your professional future, and what can you do to strengthen your business? Continue reading →

Broker Spotlight: Raquel Kaufman, PMG Residential

By Christy Murdock | January 18, 2024 - 10:00 am |January 18, 2024 Uncategorized

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Find out how this luxury specialist is achieving record sell-outs of high-end developments throughout South Florida and motivating her teammates to achieve the extraordinary. Continue reading →

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

By Christy Murdock | January 12, 2024 - 10:00 am |January 12, 2024 Uncategorized

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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 →

Broker Spotlight: Joy Martin, American Caribbean Real Estate

By Christy Murdock | January 11, 2024 - 10:00 am |January 11, 2024 Uncategorized

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Find out how this Florida Keys broker-owner blends her entrepreneurial drive with environmental consciousness and community service. Continue reading →

You sold HOW MANY houses last year? The Download

By Christy Murdock | January 6, 2024 - 10:00 am |January 6, 2024 Uncategorized

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A “glut” of agents, low inventory and a down market mean part-timers now make up the majority of real estate professionals, according to the Consumer Federation of America. What does that mean for clients — and for the industry? Continue reading →