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Portals and disruptors are eyeing the future of mortgage markets

Nov 14, 2024

The companies that can afford to, including Zillow, are aggressively growing MLO headcount in order to capture future market share, Mike DelPrete writes.

Dozens of homebuyers may join a Florida-based commission suit

Nov 14, 2024

The Lutz case names HomeServices of America and Douglas Elliman as defendants. A new filing would add 31 additional plaintiffs — some of whom are involved in other cases.

NAR hit with new 3-way agreement suit as enrollment imbroglio builds

Nov 14, 2024

The antitrust lawsuit filed by broker John Diaz in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles claims the membership agreement creates "an anti-competitive monopoly over MLS services."

Samantha Giuggio named Fathom Realty President, COO transitions

Nov 14, 2024

Fathom Holdings has announced Samantha Giuggio as Fathom Realty president and Fathom Holdings chief operations officer and Jon Gwin's appointment as chief revenue officer.

Broker Spotlight: Brian Hyser, The Agency Orlando

Nov 14, 2024

Find out how this managing partner combines white-glove service and a passion for teaching and mentoring agents to create a "culture of success" within his team.

Show team spirit by adding sports sponsorship to your marketing plan

Nov 14, 2024

Sponsoring a local sports team is about more than name recognition and mindshare, CEO Steve Kloetsch writes. It can provide tangible benefits for your lead generation, recruitment and retention goals.

12 objection-handling analogies real estate agents need in 2025

Nov 14, 2024

Metaphors and analogies help you communicate with clarity, confidence and compassion, coach Darryl Davis writes, turning conversations into connections and objections into opportunities.

How to find the best listing partner for your real estate team

Nov 14, 2024

Coach Verl Workman shares how you can identify listing partners who will enhance your team’s performance, attract more clients and drive successful property sales.

5 reasons to get excited about your business heading into 2025

Nov 14, 2024

What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger, Real's Jimmy Burgess writes. Be more prepared than ever to see life-changing growth in your business in the coming year.

Matterport posts $38.4M loss in Q3 as it spends for scale

Nov 13, 2024

During the first nine months of the year, Matterport pulled in a total of $125.8 million in revenue. Most of that is from recurring services and subscriptions.

Better funds $1B in mortgages in Q3 but still $54M in the red

Nov 13, 2024

Having pivoted from refinancing to purchase loans, CEO Vishal Garg says investment in AI technology and partnerships with retailers like NEO Home Loans will fuel cost-effective growth.

NYC Council passes bill to end broker fees for renters

Nov 13, 2024

The bill shifts the responsibility for broker fees from renters to property owners in hopes of easing affordability woes. However, opponents of the bill say it will only raise costs for renters in the long run.