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Compass CEO Reffkin believes agents will still be valued in a post-settlement world

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Robert Reffkin is confident that Compass and its agents have what it takes to continue growing and succeeding in the changing real estate environment. “In We are a company of top agents.” annual increase in the number of transactions closed by Compass agents, which came in at 38,449 sides for a volume of $40.1 in 2003. “We

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How to write a lead-winning, memorable real estate agent bio (+ examples)

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As a real estate agent, you may think clients should care more about their next home than your life story. And while that may be true, well-crafted real estate agent bios can build trust and credibility and serve as a powerful tool in an agent’s marketing arsenal — giving prospective clients. So let your personality shine.

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Best real estate continuing education schools for quick and easy license renewal in 2024

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Every 12 years, a cosmic thing happens, and agents in all 50 states come due for their real estate continuing education (CE) and licensing renewal. CE bundles price range: $89 to $189 Visit Colibri Real Estate Best Value The CE Shop CE courses available in all 50 states Intuitive interface and features. 2024 is that year!

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RE/MAX settles buyer broker commission lawsuits for $55 million

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If approved by the court, the settlement paves the way for a clear path forward for the RE/MAX brand, its franchisees and its agents, removing the uncertainty of ongoing litigation related to these cases. According to the plaintiffs, commission sharing inflates the costs for consumers, in violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act.

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4 Best real estate schools in Maryland (MD) for 2024

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Kaplan Real Estate Education Best real estate school in Maryland for the best value Overall Rating: 4.4 All Features of Exam Prep Plus + Career Booster Pack, including over 20 how-to videos, new agent job aids, customizable action plan templates, buyer and seller checklists & printed textbook Required 60 hrs of coursework.

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Industry reacts to Redfin-NAR split: ‘It’s a crack in the wall’

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Redfin put the real estate industry on notice Monday morning, announcing that it will require agents to cancel their National Association of Realtors membership where possible. That is really when we started the process of evaluating where we can drop memberships for our agents. There is a lot of unwinding to do there.”

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Best real estate apps for agents in 2024

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In 2024, agents have two choices; learn how to run your entire business from the apps on your phone or tablet, or find a new career. It’s simple enough for most agents to learn quickly, but has enough features to keep team leaders and managing brokers happy. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.