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Real estate industry is in flux after shocking guilty verdict in commission lawsuit trial

Housing Wire

It found the National Association of Realtors , HomeServices of America and Keller Williams guilty of collusion to maintain high commission rates. It’s yet to be determined what this means for Realtors at this point,” Timothy Ray, the lead attorney for Keller Williams, told HousingWire in the Charles Evans Whittaker U.S.

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Mortgage rates are projected to decline, but will that entice buyers?

Housing Wire

Softer inflation recently is what led to a softer rate increase, Lawrence Yun, chief economist and senior vice president of research at National Association of Realtors said, noting that the central bank is showing its willingness to adjust policy based on data. Rates are still nearly 60% higher than they were one year ago at 3.8%

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7 best real estate schools in Massachusetts for 2024

Housing Wire

Covers reciprocal application process, relevant laws & regulations Base Non-Credit NH Reciprocity: For anyone licensed in MA seeking NH reciprocity eligibility. Covers licensing laws & the reciprocal licensing process. According to Glassdoor.com , the estimated average salary for a Massachusetts Realtor is $154,301 annually.

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Guide on How to Buy Rental Property

Movoto

To help future landlords, we’ve included a handful of useful tips throughout this article. Of course, there are other ways to approach a rental property investment, such as: Find a good realtor. What are the Local Laws and Ordinances? Being a great landlord mostly boils down to planning.

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FREE Webinar: Fair Housing, Is It?

McKissock

Over Leigh’s 20 years as a REALTOR,® she has lived out her motto of #MoreThanHouses – even before we had hashtags! As a global speaker, author, coach, and social media influencer, Leigh strives to support and develop REALTORS®, who are both leaders and advocates in their communities.

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Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off?

Empire Appraisal Group

Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? Source: Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? Florida Realtors. NEW YORK – Accessory dwelling units are known by many names: in-law suites, guest houses, backyard cottages, or basement or garage conversions, among others. The post Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off?

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Industrial Real Estate Appraisal Trends

MN Real Estate Services

In the Chicago Market Brian Forde, a partner in the O’Keefe Ktibs & Hynes law firm notes in a recent REJournals article that… Since the start of the recovery from the 2008 recession, we have witnessed incredible growth in Chicago’s industrial market. Via rejournals.com Via rejournals.com. Does that include the Twin Cities?