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Illinois homebuyer files commission lawsuit against @properties

Housing Wire

The suit takes aim at the National Association of Realtor’s Participation Rule which requires listing brokers to make a blanket offer of compensation to the buyer’s broker in order to list a property on a NAR affiliated MLS. As with all of the other commission lawsuits, Tuccori’s suit is seeking class action status.

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Why the US MLS system is the envy of other countries

Housing Wire

As an Irish immigrant to the United States in 1996 who became a real estate broker in 2000, I can tell you this: The U.S. That kind of drawn-out timetable is typical for the majority of western nations that use the auctioneer system where a seller works with one, perhaps two, auctioneers. fee to the seller. An additional $6,400.

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CEO Matt Widdows pushes HomeSmart toward IPO

Housing Wire

HomeSmart is a growing real estate brokerage that may go public, but the company faces questions about its business model and the compensation of founder and CEO Matt Widdows. HomeSmart, like Compass , Keller Williams , eXp and other brokerages, states it has unique technology to modernize real estate.

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How to Become a Real Estate Agent in Illinois (IL) in 5 Steps

Housing Wire

How getting a real estate license in Illinois is different from other states While most states call the professional who represents a buyer or a seller of commercial or residential real estate a “real estate agent,” Illinois calls this individual a “real estate broker.” Ready to find a real estate brokerage?

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Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Producing REALTORS® for October 2023

Lamacchia Realty

His focus is on helping buyers and sellers have a stress-free, efficient, and smooth real estate transaction experience. Carolyn wants to help as many buyers and sellers achieve their goals as possible. Laurie Howe Bourgeois has been a licensed REALTOR® since 2000 and in the customer service industry for 34 years.

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Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Producing REALTORS® for April 2024

Lamacchia Realty

Michelle is thrilled to use her expertise to assist both buyers and sellers in reaching all their Real Estate goals and is looking forward to helping her clients navigate the current market. Joselin Malkhasian is a REALTOR® working with both buyers and sellers in the Greater Boston Area.

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Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Producing REALTORS® for December 2021

Lamacchia Realty

December 2021 Winners of the Top 10 for the Company are: Laurie Howe Bourgeois has been a licensed REALTOR® since 2000 and in the customer service industry for 34 years. He is skilled in many facets of Real Estate including both Buyer & Seller Representation, Commercial, Investment, Relocation & Luxury Properties.

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