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Chuck E. Cheese, MLS listing books and the correct pronunciation of ‘Realtor’ were on the table during HousingWire’s commission lawsuit debate

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It devolved into a battle about historic facts, old-school MLS listing books, pronunciation corrections and even references to the kid-friendly restaurant chain Chuck E. Home sellers can do as they please, and if they don’t want to hire a Realtor, they don’t have to. Don’t require the seller to pay for it,” Ketchmark said.

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Gary Keller, Bob Goldberg, Gino Blefari depositions on commissions shared with the jury

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According to Ketchmark, the home sellers paid an average of $6,700 to the buyer’s agent in the transactions, adding up to $1.78 Ketchmark also brought up Keller’s book “The Millionaire Real Estate Agent,” which discusses the ‘co-opetition’ model that has evolved among rival brokerages. billion in damages. And I say average.”

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Ginnie Mae EBO loan market buffeted by rising rates

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The seller is not identified for either deal. Pricing [on EBO loans] has already crept down to the high 90s [as a percent of par]. “… It’s really opportunistic for sellers [now] to be able to get out with a minimal haircut and get away from the [servicing] advances, and get away from the liability and servicing.”.

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5 steps to succeed as a real estate agent in a down market 

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Share your insights about it on your stories or your statuses, offer tips for buyers and sellers and showcase your expertise. Right now, I’m on the train of sending one email a week to prospective clients. We’ve got to attend industry conferences, take courses and read books and articles related to real estate.

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Closing arguments wrap up as Sitzer jury heads for deliberations

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Davis also discussed the MLS and how the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation Rule impacts both buyers and sellers during her time on the stand. Like the defendants who testified before her, Davis noted that buyers’ agents help both buyers and sellers, as they help bring qualified buyers to the bargaining table.

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The best real estate companies to work for in 2024 (+ beyond)

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Support and Training: The level of training, mentoring, administrative, and marketing support provided to agents. Best real estate company for new agents: Keller Williams There is good reason that Gary Keller has written some of the best-selling real estate books. This is reflected in the split and franchise fee.

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7 best real estate schools in Massachusetts for 2024

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Exam Prep: The Basic Prelicensing package features three e-books and a course manual designed to help you retain essential real estate concepts and prepare for the state exam. Audio book, eBook, 1100+ practice questions, 24/7 on demand classes & Livestream online classes. 25 hrs livestream access. 40 hrs livestream access.