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Why Homie shows alternative models matter in real estate

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The recent announcement of Homie’s decision to strip its brokerage services and end employment for its real estate agents has once again brought the discussion of alternative models in real estate to the forefront. I vividly recall when Homie first entered the market.

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Planning for retirement: Essential strategies for real estate agents

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As a real estate agent , you’re in the business of helping people plan for their future — whether it’s helping prospective buyers find their forever home, starter house , or next investment property. But it can be even more difficult for real estate agents since many are self-employed.

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Warren Buffett: Real estate agent commission structure “has worked out very well”

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“There is no question that the industry will go through some transitions because of the settlements — ours and every other major player in the industry settled, the National Association of Realtors settled for more than $400 million ,” Abel said. “So, I know how long they work on things sometimes that don’t materialize.”

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NAR adds home improvement contractor’s app to Realtor benefits

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The National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced on Wednesday the addition of a home repair estimate app to its package of NAR Realtor Benefits for members. Second Century Ventures , NAR’s strategic investment division, included Curbio in its “REACH” startup growth program in 2019.

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Collabra names real estate veteran Charron to its board

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Collabra Technology , a real estate marketing and analytics firm, has appointed former Bright MLS executive David Charron to its board of directors, the company announced on Monday. According to his LinkedIn profile , Charron is also currently an advisory board member at Pacaso and a vice president at the Realtor Relief Foundation.

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The LO edge in 2022? Realtors, Realtors, Realtors

Housing Wire

The key to winning purchase business in 2022 remains as it was in 2021, the year before that, and the year before that – building and maintaining relationships with real estate agents. I think it’ll be a broken record but Realtors, Realtors, Realtors,” emphasized Rafael Montano, an LO at Rocket Mortgage.

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The best real estate coaching programs for 2024

Housing Wire

Real estate is a vibrant, dynamic and competitive industry. Across the country, the best real estate coaches serve as valuable mentors who can help agents and brokers achieve the success they deserve. “It’s A quick internet search will prove that real estate coaching programs are plentiful.