Jerome Nalbandian was caught toting four roller bags stuffed with 164 pounds of suspected cocaine through Chicago’s Union Station. Cook County Circuit Court Judge Deidre Dyer commented, “Wow. That’s a lot.” Continue reading
Parker alleges the brokerage, which she departed in February after 25 years, is demanding $1.5 million in clawbacks while refusing to pay commissions on deals that closed after her move to Compass. Continue reading
The National Association of Realtors made the first big payment toward its $418 million settlement. Where exactly are the funds coming from? Continue reading
As the brokerages try to fend off allegations of a “sweetheart deal” in a separate case, they respond to the antitrust complaint they’re facing in a Missouri court. Continue reading
With some calling for the removal of “Days on Market” data on listings, broker Cara Ameer warns that consumers need context, insight and advice — and concealing the information is a disservice. Continue reading
Forget gadgets and swag. According to team leader Carl Medford, what Realtors really want right now are well-behaved children at open houses, punctual contractors and, well, an end to 2024. Continue reading
Bi-coastal broker Cara Ameer takes a look at the post-settlement landscape and wonders whether all the upheaval really helped anyone at all and why the “solution” is so complicated. Continue reading
In the wake of NAR’s settlement and rule changes, now is the time to communicate confidently, get creative and position yourself as a knowledge broker, Buying Beverly Hills’ Jon Grauman writes. Continue reading
New commission rules offer brand new opportunities for working with buyers. California broker Cindi Hagley offers ways to embrace change and prosper. Continue reading
In line with Intel’s own findings, analyst Mike DelPrete sees that consumers still value buyer agent services the same as before Aug. 17. Continue reading