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WeWork’s collapse presents an opportunity for other companies

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Rather than a demise of coworking spaces, experts say WeWork’s collapse presents a silver lining for other coworking companies and landlords facing higher vacancies. Continue reading →

New commission lawsuit targets REBNY and 26 companies in NYC

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Homeseller Monty March filed suit in the Southern District of New York Wednesday, alleging REBNY rules in Manhattan kept commissions high and violated state and federal antitrust laws. Continue reading →

Chicago voters to decide whether to hike real estate transfer tax

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Proponents said the measure would raise $100 million per year. Chicago Realtors said the tax was volatile and not a reliable funding stream. Continue reading →

Here’s how to build a group your team wants to stick with

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“You’re in it for the career, not for the year,” Kymber Lovett-Menkiti says as she leads this Inman Connect panel discussion about creating a thriving culture. Continue reading →

Sitzer defendants ask for mistrial as HomeServices alleges ‘ambush’

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HomeServices of America attorneys filed a motion Wednesday requesting a mistrial in the Sitzer | Burnett trial, saying a video submitted a day earlier jeopardizes its chances for a fair trial. Continue reading →

Buffett, Munger foresee ‘hollowed out’ downtowns on the horizon

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Billionaire investor Warren Buffett and business partner Charlie Munger see long-term distress in commercial real estate, which could spell trouble for lenders and opportunity for investors. “The buildings don’t go away,” Buffett said. Continue reading →

REBNY rule change will require sellers to pay buyer agents directly

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As Sitzer | Burnett unfolds, the New York City trade association announced the upcoming rule change amid a nationwide reevaluation of buyer commission structures. Continue reading →

NAR to shed 1M members if shared commission banned, analysts say

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A report released Oct. 4 by the investment banking firm Keefe, Bruyette & Woods forecasts commissions to decline by at least 30 percent as a result of ongoing threats to the real estate industry. Continue reading →