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Lawmakers urge investigation into Zillow acquisition of ShowingTime

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Rep. Ken Buck and Sen. Mike Lee, ranking members of the House and Senate antitrust subcommittees, have asked the FTC to “closely examine competition issues” in real estate. Continue reading →

DOJ: Pocket listing suit against NAR shouldn’t have been thrown out

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The Department of Justice and The PLS argue that lower court should have considered Clear Cooperation Policy’s impact on brokers who directly purchase access to listing services, not on buyers and sellers. Continue reading →

Beyond design: 3 ways to fully leverage your brokerage brand 

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Think branding is just logos and pretty pictures? It goes deeper than that — and if it doesn’t, it should. Focus on these areas to ensure your brand is a true reflection of your real estate business. Continue reading →

3 ways to set buyers expectations during this sizzling-hot spring

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By setting expectations early, agents can put their clients in a better position and educate them on the often frustrating marketplace so they can make quick, sound decisions. Here’s how. Continue reading →

Agents, hold yourselves to a higher standard — especially in a hectic market

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Although the market extremes can be challenging, we’re all still here and working in the business. As professionals, we must focus on the long haul — while working together, helping our clients and always doing the right thing. Continue reading →

NAR claps back on commission attacks

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The trade group’s president accuses commission detractors of duplicity “for a payout” under the guise of protecting consumers. Continue reading →

Study commissioned by REX claims commissions are deeply inflated

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Real estate commissions are inflated by as much as $50 billion per year due to the lack of price competition created by having listing brokers set co-op fees for buyer brokers, according to the report in the Berkeley Business Law Journal. Continue reading →

How Google Alerts can help you stay on top of your business

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Whether you use it for reputation management, keeping an eye on the agents you work with or getting an edge on the competition, Google Alerts are an invaluable tool. Here are a few creative ways to use this powerful tool. Continue reading →

4 ways giving back helps you become a better agent

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Volunteering has helped agent Marilyn Blume become a better businessperson by both honing and expanding her knowledge and skill set. In this column, she shares how she’s grown through her volunteering experiences. Continue reading →