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In the latest RISMedia webinar—“Fundamentals of Success in 2024”—panelists Jason Mitchell, founder of Jason Mitchell Group and real estate broker, Heather McColaugh, the top performing agent on the BF Realty team and RISMedia’s 2023 Midwest Region Rookie of the Year, and James Wexler, the owner of Wexler Realty Group, discussed their insights and strategies needed…

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In a conference for the largest buyer-filed commission cases today,  Judge LaShonda Hunt of the Northern District of Illinois, who only recently took over the complex litigation after the previous judge recused herself last month, said she would stay proceedings against Keller Williams, Anywhere and RE/MAX pending an appeals court ruling in the seller cases.…

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United® Real Estate has announced the company has been recognized as one of America’s largest and fastest-growing franchise organizations in the Franchise Times Top 400 for the eighth-consecutive year. The achievement follows its inclusion in the 2024 Smartest-Growing list of franchisors, also published by the Franchise Times.  According to the company, the Top 400 accolade…

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Real estate coaching firm Buffini & Company has announced the new Referral Maker® Social Suite, described as a “a sophisticated yet easy-to-use new solution that automates and accelerates” real estate agents’ social media marketing Powered by Back At You, Referral Maker® automates social media outreach across multiple platforms in one solution–including an MLS integration for…

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Editor’s Note: The RISMedia series, Legislative Round-Up looks at pending and passed federal and state-level legislation that impacts real estate professionals. Housing affordability is one of the pressing issues facing Americans today. No surprise, that in election season, politicians—from presidential candidates to congressional representatives—are putting forth their solutions. Both the Democrats and Republicans have claimed…

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Is it possible we see a surge in home listings this winter? According to different sources, the possibility is very real. In at least two different locales, some agents have visceral expectations that this winter season will be far more active than usual. The pending election, coupled with the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut,…

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HouseAmp—the platform that connects real estate agents and homeowners with financing and home improvement providers—has announced a new partnership with Renovation Sells—a national company that simplifies home renovations for buyers and sellers. The partnership brings agents and homeowners the combined benefits of fast financing and trusted local renovations, enabling them to maximize profits in today’s…

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From left, Thad Wong, Nykea Pippion McGriff, Jason Mitchell, Mike Miedler and Todd Sumney. Photo by AJ Canaria. In a panel discussion at RISMedia’s CEO & Leadership Exchange in Washington, D.C., this past September, industry executives addressed the evolving real estate landscape. With real estate luminaries coming together to focus on the importance of leadership…

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Above, Matt Fetick Matt Fetick loved being a police officer. Helping is in his DNA. But when he realized that his REALTOR® friends were earning more money than he could ever earn as a cop, he traded in his ‘cuffs for a CRM. Licensed in 2004, he still does a shift as a paramedic now…

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Above, Darryl Davis In today’s real estate world, critical and creative thinking is not just an advantage—it’s essential. Our industry is inherently dynamic, demanding that agents continuously adapt, innovate and tackle challenges in ways that distinguish them from the competition. These twin engines of creativity and critical thinking fuel success, enabling agents to deliver exceptional…

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The real estate landscape is shifting, and with it, the conversations agents are having with their clients. Traditionally, in-depth discussions about compensation, services and pricing were reserved for sellers. However, with the new settlement changes, these conversations are taking place with both buyers and sellers. Change can be intimidating, but it’s important to remember that…

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Universal Consulting Opportunities (UCO), a subsidiary of Stellar MLS, has announced an agreement with Arab MLS to enhance its real estate practices across the Arab region and beyond. UCO will advise Arab MLS to further drive efficiency, transparency, user experience and the way people connect with properties, starting with Egypt, Dubai, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and…

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With recent changes to REALTOR® rules, buyer agents must remember to be extra transparent and communicative with their clients. If you’re on a team, then practice sessions with your teammates during meetings are a must. Even better, center each of these roleplays around a specific theme or likely concern buyer agents might have. Some suggestions:…

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The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has announced five winners of the 2024 Good Neighbor Awards. Celebrating its 25th year, the awards spotlight REALTORS® who are not only experts in their field but also champions of volunteerism. The 2024 Good Neighbor Award winners are as follows: Ed Gardner, Gardner Real Estate Group (Portland, Maine) Stacy…

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Editor’s note: The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. John L. Scott and Real Estate One settle Two independent brokerages have added to the pool of settlements in commission lawsuits, as reported on Oct. 3.  John L. Scott Real Estate—which does business…

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eXp has joined the list of real estate brokerages and organizations settling the many commission lawsuits filed by homesellers that have impacted the industry. The company had been a longstanding holdout of the U.S.’s largest brokerages—ones not covered in NAR’s settlement—to settle in the commission cases. The brokerage has agreed to pay $34 million and…

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Facing multiple lawsuits from former agents and recruits along with scrutiny from the New York City Comptroller’s office, eXp Realty and several current and former executives and board members at the firm are now facing a suit by public pension funds, who allege the company breached its fiduciary duty in covering up reports of rape…

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Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate has announced that Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate Rhodes Realty, headquartered in Natchitoches, Louisiana, is the latest firm to join the brand. With seven offices and over 50 affiliated sales associates, the family-owned brokerage offers real estate services in residential, commercial, new construction, land development and rental properties…

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Homeowners are showing a willingness to put their homes on the market at increasing rates, marking a continuous shift away from the “lock-in effect,” as detailed in Realtor.com®’s September Housing Trends Report.  Active listings were up 34% year-over-year, though that number was still down 23.2% within a five-year timespan. The average median home listing price…

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Editor’s Note: The Mortgage Mix is RISMedia’s weekly highlight reel of need-to-know mortgage-industry happenings. Watch for it each Friday afternoon. According to the latest survey by Freddie Mac, mortgage rates saw a slight bump during the final days of September—with the 30-year fixed mortgage rate at 6.12% compared to 6.08% the previous week. The 15-year…

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