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10 ways to use virtual reality technology in your real estate business

Housing Wire

The real estate sector is constantly evolving, and one technology has emerged as a true game changer: virtual reality (VR). This transformative technology has opened up a new world of possibilities, empowering agents and captivating potential buyers like never before.

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How data and technology can combat appraisal bias

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At Tavant , they’re taking a look at the past and present of appraisals to prepare for a better future. To break into appraising, you need to essentially apprentice with an existing appraiser, and for them to spend that much time training you often requires them to already have a close relationship with you.

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Here’s how a mortgage coaching platform wants to carve out a niche in a competitive market

Housing Wire

Braheem, former co-founder of Loan Toolbox — an online resource for training, tools, support and coaching — launched The Loan Atlas, a mortgage coaching platform, earlier this year with mortgage executives and top loan officers joining as faculty members. “Our

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Gary Keller accused of embezzlement in updated racketeering lawsuit complaint

Housing Wire

Davis’ original complaint stated that after the franchisees signed a contract, the defendants then required franchisees to adopt KWRI’s present market cap, which is the fee agents pay their market centers. On information and belief, Gary Keller has done nothing but pocket the increase technology fee for quite some time,” the complaint states.

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Compass misses free cash-flow goal but remains optimistic

Housing Wire

He noted that the company has implemented its “largest training program” ever, which saw 20,000 agents go through training on buyer representation agreements. Looking ahead to 2024, Reffkin and Compass remain optimistic about the future, highlighting Compass’ technology platform as a continued draw for many agents across the industry.

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Why regular check-ins are the unsung heroes of agent retention

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While brokers frequently prioritize sophisticated recruitment tactics and having the best technology stack, it’s vital to revisit the fundamental elements of human interaction and organizational retention underpinning a successful brokerage.

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Former employees sue Rocket for unpaid overtime wages

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Brittany Roseboro and John Glover claim that Rocket’s leadership required them to attend unpaid pre-shift meetings and, due to technological delays and other problems, they usually had an uncompensated preliminary “boot-up” and “clock-in” time. Defendants also said they had to attend mandatory training and tests without compensation.

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