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Opinion: There is a crucial need for real estate cybersecurity

Housing Wire

Technology is at the core of everyday real estate operations. Real estate professionals handle a plethora of personal data from buyers and sellers, making them enticing targets for cyber threats. A breach not only leads to financial losses, but it also damages trust between agents and clients, tarnishing hard-earned reputations.

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The Real Brokerage settles Umpa commission lawsuit for $9.25M

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In addition to the monetary award, Real has also agreed to implement business policy changes as part of the settlement, including “clarifications about the negotiability of commissions, prohibitions on claims that buyer agent services are free, and the inclusion of listing broker compensation offers in communications with clients.”

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5 activities real estate agents should do every morning

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The past year and a half, with its rising mortgage rates , low inventory, and economic uncertainty, has been a challenge for real estate pros, not to mention the buyers and sellers they serve. Regularly update content, share valuable insights about the local market, and interact with potential clients.

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47-year-old Florida indie brokerage joins RE/MAX

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Foxfire cited RE/MAX’s technology offerings as a major draw to the brand. “We We were completely blown away by the tools and technology and the culture of RE/MAX,” Owen Boone, RE/MAX Foxfire’s vice president and director of operations, said in a statement.

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14 indispensable AI tools for real estate agents

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While ChatGPT has become a go-to tool for many of us, predictive analytics tools offer a more efficient, data-driven approach to generating new client leads. While ChatGPT might be making headlines, the true killer apps of the AI revolution will add the technology to software that agents already know and love. Need more examples?

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Homelendia Mortgage launches mortgage brokerage franchises

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According to a statement from the company, “Homelendia Mortgage will offer a unique and streamlined approach to mortgage brokerage ownership and the mortgage process, utilizing cutting-edge technology to provide a seamless and efficient experience for borrowers and lenders.

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Buyside helps real estate brokers stand out from the competition by providing them with real-time data

Housing Wire

Real estate brokers need to be able to target these clients effectively, so they can close deals quickly. Many real estate professionals discount the seller lead. But real estate seller leads are important because they represent commodities for brokers. By using this data, Buyside helps brokers generate and capture seller leads.