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Rocket Companies announces deal to acquire Redfin for $1.75 billion

Housing Wire

Today, Rocket Companies announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase digital real estate brokerage Redfin in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 The deal, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both Rocket Companies and Redfin, is expected to close in the second or third quarter of 2025. billion in equity.

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The Real Brokerage looks to build on 2023’s explosive growth

Housing Wire

With its supercharged growth over the past two years, it is no surprise that The Real Brokerage topped the 2024 RealTrends 500 Top Movers list for both transaction side count and sales volume. But for Real, which runs a virtual brokerage model with revenue sharing for its agents, the goal is to get better, not necessarily bigger.

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Buyside launches a new home valuation pages feature

Housing Wire

After years of aggregating behavioral data from homebuyers and homesellers at the largest real estate brokerages in the country, Buyside is proud to announce the launch of their expansion into core & ancillary services by focusing on the homeowner.

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With 20% market share, independent mortgage brokers are competing directly with retail lenders

Housing Wire

Three independent wholesale brokers discuss how they found success in the wholesale channel during a HousingWire webinar on Thursday titled: ”Taking the Mortgage Boom to the Next Level.”. According to the panel, growing market share doesn’t just come from building relationships with clients, but strengthening the brokerage community overall.

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6 best online real estate courses in New York (NY) for 2024

Housing Wire

With so many approved, online options to choose from, we’ve pinpointed the best online real estate courses in New York using criteria that matter most to you: flexibility to fit your schedule, a price that fits your budget, and a course that’ll prepare you to ace the exam and start your new career with confidence and industry savvy.

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Rocket Companies to Acquire Redfin in $1.75 Billion Deal

BAM Media

The deal, expected to close in Q2 or Q3 2025, will integrate Redfins 50 million monthly visitors with Rockets mortgage and title services to streamline homebuying. The deal is expected to close in the second or third quarter of 2025, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals. billion all-stock deal.

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7 best real estate schools in Illinois (IL) for 2024

Housing Wire

A state-approved real estate school in Illinois, the CE Shop is constantly updating its course material to stay on top of industry changes. Covers real estate math, concepts, brokerage, real property, contracts, appraisal, updated TILA/RESPA information & more. What’s more, students have a higher than average pass rate of 64%.

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