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Lesson Learned: Real estate apprenticeship is the answer to new agent retention

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Find out more about broker-owner Courtney Poulos’ journey and what she thinks new agents need most from the industry. Continue reading →

NAR President: As Realtors, it’s critical to remember who we serve

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According to NAR President Kevin Sears, Realtors have a profound obligation and responsibility to put client interests ahead of our own. Continue reading →

No filter: Your personal opinions on social media can get you fired

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Cancel culture has entered a new, more aggressive phase. For agents, one unfiltered opinion online can spark backlash that threatens your license, your livelihood, and your reputation.
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Las Vegas Realtors removes incoming board member following inflammatory Charlie Kirk posts

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Mark Sivek was due to become a member of the association’s Board of Directors in 2026, but was removed from all appointed positions after posting derogatory remarks on social media about late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Continue reading →

NAR clinches another ‘3-way agreement’ victory in Pennsylvania

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A judge has dismissed a Pennsylvania broker’s lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors over its “three-way agreement.” This is the third lawsuit NAR has won regarding the rule’s antitrust status. Continue reading →

10 signs you’re working across the table from an inexperienced agent

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We’ve all been new at some point in our real estate careers. Annette DeCicco shares ways to spot an inexperienced agent if you’re the more seasoned pro in a transaction, and mistakes to avoid if you’re a newbie. Continue reading →

NAR notches a legal win after judge tosses ‘3-way agreement’ lawsuit

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The judgment is good news for NAR, which is facing legal challenges in various states across the country over similar allegations that take issue with the three-way agreement. Continue reading →

Realtor vs. real estate agent: Why the difference matters

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For consumers navigating a home sale and professionals building a career, Long Island Board of Realtors CEO Doreen Spagnuolo writes, it’s essential to understand who’s representing your interests. Continue reading →

A decade after Obergefell, Realtors must step up as LGBTQ+ housing discrimination surges

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As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of same-sex marriage, Mary Mancera writes, though society is seemingly supportive of the community, discrimination against LGBTQ+ people remains visible. Continue reading →

How to talk to clients when the world is turning upside down

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Your clients don’t need you to have all the answers; they just need to know that you’re there for them and that you’re willing (and able) to help them navigate these rough seas, Spencer Krull writes. Continue reading →