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Transparency and Consumer Education: Industry Execs Navigate Changes After August 17

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - 6 hours 21 min ago

In the wake of the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) settlement and practice changes that went into effect on August 17—including the removal of compensation offers from Multiple Listing Services (MLSs) and requiring MLS participants to enter into written agreements with buyers—real estate leaders are still learning the full effect these practice changes will have…

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DOJ Ends Criminal Investigation Into Algorithmic Price-Fixing in Rental Markets

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - 7 hours 19 min ago

RealPage, a software and property management company which uses algorithms and data sharing to recommend pricing to landlords, claimed that a Department of Justice (DOJ) antitrust inquiry that focused broadly on algorithmic pricing practices in real estate has been closed, though it was not immediately clear how this would affect separate civil lawsuits against RealPage…

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12 gifts for Realtors that won’t collect dust this holiday season

USA Real Estate News-Inman - 7 hours 33 min ago
With gift shopping in full swing, everyone has asked themselves the million-dollar question, "What would make the perfect present?" While perfection might be elusive, Inman’s Holiday Gift Guide for 2024 aims to help you get as close as possible when selecting gifts for the hardworking agents in your life.

Court Report: NAR Settlement Appealed; Rocket Sues HUD

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - 8 hours 5 min ago

The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. Appeals filed to derail NAR settlement  Following Judge Stephen R. Bough’s final approval of the NAR settlement agreement on Nov. 27, 2024, four appeals have been filed against it.  The appeals are all filed on…

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Financial Firms Looking to Break Down Barriers to First-Time Homeownership

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - 8 hours 41 min ago

Home affordability continues to stand between prospective homeowners and their dreams as home prices and mortgage rates stay higher for longer. To help buyers overcome these hurdles, some financial firms offer outside-the-box solutions for cash-strapped Americans to qualify for a home loan. Student loan debt is a common obstacle for first-time and some repeat homebuyers.…

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Agents see green shoots around the corner: Client Pipeline Tracker

USA Real Estate News-Inman - 15 hours 35 min ago
As real estate agents gradually become more familiar with how the NAR settlement will impact business, they're increasingly open to rosier possibilities, according to a new Intel analysis.

The customer is always right, but what if they’ve been misinformed?

USA Real Estate News-Inman - 16 hours 34 min ago
Rachael Hite shares strategies for combatting client misinformation while maintaining close connections and positive communication.

What real estate agents need to know about cognitive impairment

USA Real Estate News-Inman - 16 hours 35 min ago
Senior real estate specialist Nikki Buckelew writes that understanding cognitive impairment among seniors is about being more than just a real estate professional — it’s about being a trusted guide during one of the most challenging transitions of someone’s life.

How to identify the top new amenities in multifamily housing

USA Real Estate News-Inman - 16 hours 35 min ago
Multifamily operators must know that trends are fickle and vogue fades, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes. Build a community around your amenities, not vice versa.

Top producer’s best time-efficiency tip: Lean into lead generation tech

USA Real Estate News-Inman - 16 hours 40 min ago
Good technology helps agents save time. It helps agents stay organized. And it can help agents land deals with serious customers — ones who may refer even more business their way.

Building a future of growth with the right franchise partnership

USA Real Estate News-Inman - 16 hours 49 min ago
For broker-owners looking to expand their real estate business, the right partnership can be a game-changer.
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