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Coldwell Banker tops off wine country recruiting with new team

Jun 25, 2024

The Sonoma County-based Prosper Team brings five agents to Coldwell Banker — and joins the brand just days after another high-performing industry pro made a similar move.

Meet the companies offering commission-sharing workarounds

Jun 25, 2024

NAR's landmark settlement bars sellers' agents from offering commissions to buyers' agents in the MLS. A batch of new companies are stepping in to fill the void.

An ABR instructor’s guide to buyer agreements and commissions

Jun 25, 2024

Not sure what to say to buyers and sellers about the way compensation works today? Bernice Ross offers insights from Accredited Buyer Representative instructor Rhonda Hamilton.

Ben Belack is excited to help agents navigate the industry

Jun 25, 2024

The team leader of the Ben Belack Group shared thoughts on crime and home insurance in LA's market, Gwyneth Paltrow's "fantastic" house for sale and his big plans for Las Vegas in July.

Proposed sale of REcolorado to private equity firm raises alarms

Jun 25, 2024

The multiple listing service is one of the largest in the US. One board member who was part of a team trying to buy the MLS described being blindsided by the private equity deal.

3 reasons agents are jumping ship from your team

Jun 25, 2024

By providing comprehensive support and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, Manny Solis writes, teams empower their agents to excel in a competitive market while delivering exceptional service to their clients.

Lesson Learned: Don’t just talk the talk. Walk the walk

Jun 25, 2024

Find out how South Florida luxury Realtor Darin Tansey learned that there's always a chance to make dreams come true in real estate.

National Homeownership Month is a good time to celebrate service

Jun 25, 2024

Whether you're working with first-time homebuyers or helping seniors stay in their homes, the way that you support homeownership matters, writes broker-owner Teresa Boardman.

Judge denies stay order after plaintiffs argue against NAR deal

Jun 24, 2024

Attorneys for the plaintiffs in a case now known as Moratis stress that NAR's proposed settlement won't stop "a key element of the antitrust conspiracy" and might take years to go into effect.

DOJ urges court to overturn judgment in REX v. Zillow

Jun 24, 2024

"The judge's decision created a loophole that could allow associations to sidestep antitrust scrutiny by cloaking restrictive rules as optional," the DOJ's filing states. The brief may give REX a new leg up in its case.

KW team lead hosts first-ever Pride event in Canyon County, Idaho

Jun 24, 2024

Keller Williams team leader and LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance founding member Tom Wheeler hosted Canyon County, Idaho's first-ever Pride event on June 9. Here's the story of how the 4,000-person event came to life.

More listings, lower rates should boost 2025 sales: Fannie Mae

Jun 24, 2024

Fannie Mae on Friday slashed its 2024 forecast as a result of weak spring home sales, but listings are returning to the market and mortgage rates look poised to drop, according to new projections.