Maurice Boschetti and Boschetti Realty Group join Compass

The powerhouse Boschetti Realty Group has joined forces with Compass, where the team is further cementing its dominance in Coconut Grove, Florida’s luxury real estate market, the brokerage announced Monday.

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NAR names new general counsel as Lesley Muchow quietly steps aside

Jon Waclawski was named as Muchow’s replacement after nearly a decade serving on NAR’s political and legal teams. NAR also replaced the legal team behind Sitzer | Burnett, Batton. Continue reading

Suing brokers increasingly chafe at NAR rules and reputation

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Eternal confusion: Mixed messages on amending buyer agreements

Six months after commission lawsuit changes took effect, compliance expert Summer Goralik writes, uniformity in implementation and guidance remains elusive, making industry confusion the norm and compliance an ever-moving target. Continue reading

Rethinking ‘Coming Soon’: A Clear Cooperation compromise

Reasonable adjustments to current policies can satisfy both sides of the Clear Cooperation Policy debate, consultant Chris Marzke writes, benefitting clients, developers and real estate professionals. Continue reading

The Thermostat Effect: How comfort limits your growth

Growth and comfort rarely coexist, broker Nick Schlekeway writes. By setting your goals outside your comfort zone, you build momentum that drives consistent growth, no matter your circumstances. Continue reading

Want to snag more listings? A 16-point premium marketing plan

Maximum exposure equals maximum price, trainer Bernice Ross writes. Adopt this list of premium services to differentiate yourself from the competition and defend your commission. Continue reading

Insurance, property taxes taking a bigger bite of buyers’ budgets

With the average homeowner spending $442 a month on property taxes and insurance, real estate agents and mortgage lenders are urged to help clients shop for better deals. Continue reading

REX loses appeal in long-running lawsuit against NAR, Zillow

Judges rule the now-defunct real estate brokerage did not provide evidence of “concerted action” between NAR and Zillow and that the no-commingling rule was “in fact” optional. Continue reading

Trump orders boost in US timber production, foreign lumber probe

President Donald Trump on Saturday signed an order aimed at increasing U.S. timber production and launched an investigation into the risks that foreign lumber imports pose to national security. Continue reading