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

Housing Wire

Yet another national real estate brokerage firm has reached a settlement agreement in two of the major class action antitrust lawsuits facing the real estate industry. In fact, the U.S. We look forward to arguing our case in court.”

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

Housing Wire

We started this process back in June when I resigned our NAR board seat, which are appointed to the top 50 brokerages in the country,” Rath told HousingWire in an interview Tuesday. model of local MLS broker marketplaces has long been — and still is — considered the best value in the world.

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

Housing Wire

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

Housing Wire

Both buyers and sellers value the combined benefits of his individual talents along with membership in one of the most respected real estate firms in New York City. Here, Nicholson promises excellence, knowledge and personalized results for discerning buyers and sellers. She underscores her expertise and global experience.

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17 Realtors® Go Back in Time: First Year Real Estate Advice

Raleigh Realty

Andrew Fortune | GreatColoradoHomes.com Colorado Springs, CO Looking back, I wish I would have trusted my instincts, rather than listening to everything my brokerage was teaching me. The problem with many brokerages is that they only teach the “tried and true” methods of getting new business. is really insightful.

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Best real estate apps for agents in 2024

Housing Wire

You’ll pay a bit more than you will with Open Home Pro, but for luxury teams and brokerages, Spacio’s gorgeous custom-branded sign-in sheets and team reporting features are well worth the extra $5 a month. It’s also the best value on the market.

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Must-Read Tips to Appraise, Buy, and Sell Special Purpose Property [2021]

The Robert Weiler Company

But for commercial real estate developers, brokerage firms, and appraisers, there’s another story hiding in plain sight. For our sellers, our most common challenge is assessing a building’s value in the absence of comparable structures and data. Together, we will uncover the best value while discovering the perfect buyer.

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