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“Collusion,” agent training are the focus on day three of the Sitzer/Burnett trial

Housing Wire

The third day of the highly consequential Sitzer/Burnett class action buyer broker commission lawsuit included a deep dive into the training materials used by various brokerages and the testimony of three of the named plaintiffs. Gorman was also questioned about the training materials used at Anywhere Brands.

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Nosalek plaintiffs cite Allan Dalton video in opposition to summary judgment

Housing Wire

In their filing, the plaintiffs highlight HomeServices’ franchise agreements, training videos, as well as the now infamous Allan Dalton video, as evidence of HomeServices enforcing the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation policy.

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Brokerage executives double down on their lead generation strategies

Housing Wire

Djon Luxury Real Estate is expanding its sell-side business, training buyer-side real estate agents on the necessary contracts and selling their value to the consumer. The change would go into effect in mid-July 2024 if the settlement is approved by a judge. People will still need to buy a home after July.

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What MBA’s forecast means for mortgage originators

Housing Wire

Despite this contraction, 2021 is forecasted to be a larger overall year than 2019 by approximately $195bb. So, while some right-sizing will occur, it will be to better levels than 2019. Purchases in 2021 should be roughly $350bb larger than 2019, and $120bb bigger than 2020. But training and trainers must have content.

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Legend Lending chief innovation officer on digitization and the importance of a human element in lending

Housing Wire

HousingWire reached out to 2019 HW Insiders honoree Jemma Pachiano , chief innovation officer at Legend Lending. HousingWire: When you were selected for HW Insiders in 2019 you were the National Support and Training Director at Mid America Mortgage. has been through a lot since 2019.

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Legend Lending chief innovation officer on digitization and the importance of a human element in lending

Housing Wire

HousingWire reached out to 2019 HW Insiders honoree Jemma Pachiano , chief inspiration officer at Legend Lending. HousingWire: When you were selected for HW Insiders in 2019 you were the National Support and Training Director at Mid America Mortgage. has been through a lot since 2019.

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BlackFin Group names Christopher Call to lead professional services team

Housing Wire

Founded in 2019, BlackFin Group is a management consulting firm specializing in strategic guidance, operational expertise, and innovative solutions for the banking and mortgage industries. “I am eager to serve our clients by delivering on their critical business needs,” Call said.