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Compass acquisition could worry some California agents

Housing Wire

Compass announced Monday that it has reached an agreement to buy San Francisco-based real estate transaction platform Glide , a deal that some California real estate agents may feel uneasy about. You could understand why other brokerages and agents wouldn’t be entirely convinced their data would be cordoned off.

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

Housing Wire

If you’re interested in becoming a real estate agent in Illinois, you’ll be happy to hear that the path to getting your real estate license in the Prairie State doesn’t require as much of a time commitment as other states. Anyone who wants to buy and sell real estate in Illinois must possess a real estate broker license. [1]

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NAR board votes to leave dues unchanged in 2025

Housing Wire

In selling property they own, or in which they have any interest, Realtors shall reveal their ownership or interest in writing to the purchaser or the purchaser’s representative.” represent their firm or any broker or agent thereof 4. represent themselves 2. represent a member of their immediate family 3.

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Agent vs. REALTOR®: Why the Difference Matters

Lamacchia Realty

AGENT VS. REALTOR: WHY THE DIFFERENCE MATTERS Often, we hear the terms “real estate agent” and “REALTOR ®” being used synonymously. What many consumers don’t realize is there are some key distinctions of a REALTOR® that will benefit them in their real estate endeavors.

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Real Estate Risk Management: Putting Clients’ Interests First

McKissock

Real estate risk management is an important concern for agents. Real estate agents are commonly sued for breaching their duty to act in the best interests of their client. Here’s an overview of Articles 1–13: Article 1 requires Realtors® “to protect and promote the interests of their client.”

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WFG reduces time and cost in real estate transactions

Housing Wire

WFG National Title Insurance Company (WFG) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Williston Financial Group and a national title insurance underwriter dedicated to taking time and cost out of real estate transactions. properties. The post WFG reduces time and cost in real estate transactions appeared first on HousingWire.

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5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know

Empire Appraisal Group

5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know. Source: 5 Appraisal Topics Every Agent Should Know | Realtor Magazine. Appraisers are an integral part of the real estate sales process. Interacting With an Appraiser at a Property. Agents can also explain why some sales are not comparable.

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