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Compass scoops up 300-agent indie brokerage in Arizona

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The acquisition of Launch Real Estate expands Compass’ footprint at a pivotal time for the company and the industry. Continue reading →

LoanDepot founder gets wish: Ozonian joins board after face-off

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The settlement with loanDepot founder Anthony Hsieh ends a proxy fight that broke out in February after Hsieh was ousted as loanDepot’s executive chairman. Continue reading →

Better workers fear they won’t see $100M in retention stock bonuses

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The mortgage lender says it remains committed to distributing equity-based bonuses to all eligible employees, including $50M from CEO and founder Vishal Garg’s personal equity. Continue reading →

Fathom Realty still adding agents after raising transaction fees

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In reporting a $9.9 million fourth-quarter loss, Fathom executives said they see a path to profitability without saying exactly when that might happen. Continue reading →

‘2021 all over again’: Agents get to work as spring homebuying arrives

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On the first day of spring, agents across the U.S. who spoke to Inman saw the return of bidding wars and busy open houses, suggesting that after a slow 2022 the market is turning a corner. Continue reading →

Guild’s McGarry will hand CEO reins to Terry Schmidt, her 1st hire

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Terry Schmidt was Mary Ann McGarry’s first hire at Guild in 1985, and the two led a 2007 management buyout of the company from founder Martin Gleich. Continue reading →

With fewer million-dollar homes, is luxury OK? The Real Word

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This week, hosts Byron Lazine and Nicole White are talking about the luxury market, seller’s biggest regrets and the importance of technology for agents this year. Continue reading →