Fri.Nov 08, 2024

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MLSs seek to reinvent themselves

Housing Wire

Realtors are not the only ones gathering in Boston this week for the National Association of Realtors ‘ NXT conference. On Thursday, MLS leaders took center stage at several conference sessions, including discussions of the business practice changes driven by the NAR commission lawsuit settlement and how the role of the MLS — and the MLS-broker relationship — has evolved as a result.

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North Dakota voters reject plan to eliminate property taxes

Inman

State officials estimated that Measure 4 would cost North Dakota $3.15 billion in lost revenue over two years. Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale cautioned that while North Dakota’s property tax system might benefit from reform, eliminating it entirely could create even greater challenges.

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How realtors can leverage micro-market shifts to drive urgency and capitalize on opportunities in a challenging market

Housing Wire

With Q4 in full swing, many realtors are seeing buyers and sellers paralyzed by high interest rates and stagnant inventories. Sean Shallis, a “Recovering Realtor” and top-producing loan officer , is offering strategies to help realtors break through this stagnation by leveraging micro-market shifts to create urgency and inspire action. Shallis, with over three decades of experience in the real estate industry has helped realtors, buyers, and sellers navigate all types of market conditions.

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Why You Need an Agent To Set the Right Asking Price

Keeping Current Matters

The #1 task sellers struggle with is setting the right asking price for their house.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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Looking backward to look forward: Kevin Sears discusses NAR’s vision for 2025

Housing Wire

After a monumental year of change, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is looking to the past to find inspiration for the future. Kevin Sears took to the NAR NXT main stage at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center on Friday morning with a large iced coffee from Dunkin’ in hand. The NAR president and Massachusetts native then took NAR members on a walk down memory lane to explain the trade group’s priorities for 2025.

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Ginger Bell and Fobby Naghmi on leadership deficits in the mortgage industry

Housing Wire

In the latest episode of the Power House podcast, host Diego Sanchez sits down for a group chat with Fobby Naghmi, senior vice president at Homecomings Mortgage & Equity , and Ginger Bell, founder of Edumarketing. The conversation covers Bell’s and Naghmi’s co-authored real estate and mortgage guidebook “Leadership Matters,” and the importance of communication and training for leadership development in the mortgage industry.

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Opendoor Q3 Report: Losses Lessened, but 17% of Workforce Terminated

RIS Media

In a third quarter earnings report November 7, Opendoor Technologies Inc., an e-commerce platform for residential real estate transactions, reported that losses in the quarter ($78 million) were at least 14% less than the second quarter and 26% less than a year ago. But the San Francisco-based iBuyer also announced it had laid off 300… The post Opendoor Q3 Report: Losses Lessened, but 17% of Workforce Terminated appeared first on RISMedia.

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Side files restraining order against Alexander brothers for allegedly moving loan collateral

Housing Wire

White-label brokerage Side keeps turning the screws on Official Partners and the Alexander brothers. Side filed a temporary restraining order on Wednesday against Tal and Oren Alexander, accusing the brothers of moving the underlying collateral on a loan that Side extended to Official Partners prior to the rape accusations against the Alexanders. The order requests that the Alexanders be prevented from “selling, transferring, dissipating, or otherwise disposing of any of Defendants’ real propert

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Typical seller is older than ever, gets full asking price

Real Estate News

An aging seller pool reflects a trend also seen among buyers — but sellers have retained the upper hand, rarely reducing prices or offering incentives.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Renovated Rhinebeck Dairy Cottage, Yours for $1.85 Million

Brownstoner

A former home to dairy workers on the Wilderstein estate, this Rhinebeck tenant house has been extensively renovated in recent years, resulting in a home with modern amenities wrapped in a charming Hudson Valley cottage exterior. At 521-531 Mill Road, the house on the market sits on five acres that were… Read More > The post Renovated Rhinebeck Dairy Cottage, Yours for $1.85 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Anywhere could be ‘biggest beneficiary’ if Clear Cooperation is repealed

Real Estate News

During a Q3 earnings call, CEO Ryan Schneider reiterated his support of the CCP but said large firms would be the winners if it goes away. Revenue, income fell.

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5 Best Short-term Rental Management Software

The Close

Looking for the ultimate solution to effortlessly manage your short-term rentals and gain valuable insights into guest experiences? The best short-term rental management software is designed to help landlords effectively manage their properties, offering advanced features such as managing booking websites, financial analyses, and seamless integration with third-party platforms.

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Realtor.com's 'Trust' claim gets OK following CoStar complaint

Real Estate News

BBB National Programs ruled in favor of Realtor.com, saying it “provided a reasonable basis” for its claim of being “#1 Site Real Estate Professionals Trust.

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Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage

In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.

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Former Douglas Elliman CEO Allegedly Admitted to Relationships With Female Brokers Before Retirement

RIS Media

Howard Lorber, the former chairman, president and CEO of Douglas Elliman Inc., allegedly admitted during an internal investigation to having intimate relationships with two of the company’s women brokers, according to a report by Bloomberg. The finding came during a video conference call on October 8, a few weeks before Lorber stepped down from leading… The post Former Douglas Elliman CEO Allegedly Admitted to Relationships With Female Brokers Before Retirement appeared first on RISMedia.

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NAR president works to rally ‘the boots on the ground’

Real Estate News

Kevin Sears kicked off NAR NXT with an acknowledgement of real estate industry challenges and a message of unity. His go-to message: “We protect consumers.

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Ditmas Park West Standalone With Garage and More To See, Starting at $2.175 Million

Brownstoner

Our picks for open houses to check out this weekend are found in Park Slope, Bed Stuy, Ditmas Park West, and Fiske Terrace. They range in price from $2.175 million to $3.1 million. 732 Union Street Price: $3.1 million Area: Park Slope Broker: Corcoran (Michael Hartman, Kestas Stonys) Sunday November 10, 2:15-3 p.m. See it… Read More > The post Ditmas Park West Standalone With Garage and More To See, Starting at $2.175 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Porch shares soar 55% on $14M Q3 profit and restructuring plan

Inman

Regulators have signed off on plans to restructure insurance business into a company that's owned by policyholders and operated by Porch, insulating it from catastrophic weather events.

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Tech-Forward Strategies for Scaling Agent Efficiency & Accelerating Growth

As the real estate market evolves, technology has become essential for success. According to NAR, only 26% of agents feel their brokerage provides the necessary tech tools and, as a result, agents seek teams and brokerages who prioritize technology investments! Whether you manage an established team or are forming a new one, this guide outlines key considerations and necessary applications to thrive.

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The Complete Gear Guide for Real Estate Content Creators

BAM Media

One of the most common questions I get is about the gear my team is using to create content. Whether you want to keep things budget-friendly or you’re ready to splurge on top-tier equipment , there’s a wide range of options to suit your needs. To make it easier for you, we’ve put together a master gear list, covering everything from our iPhones and laptops to the professional cameras our videographer and photographers rely on.

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Wendy Davis joins Coldwell Banker Realty as branch manager

Inman

Davis and her team, the Wendy Davis Group, join the firm from eXp Realty. Davis will manage operations at Coldwell Banker Realty's Sherman Oaks and Studio City offices.

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We Buy Houses Middletown: Top 4 Companies

HomeLight

Are you thinking about selling your home to a We Buy Houses company in Middletown? If your house needs repairs and you lack the time, money, or resources to handle them, a We Buy Houses company could be a good option. These companies offer cash for homes as-is, which can be a lifesaver when time is a factor. A cash sale lets you skip the lengthy listing process and sell quickly.

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Lesson Learned: Say ‘yes’ to opportunity, then figure out ‘how’

Inman

Learn how New York City agent Limor Nesher found out that developing your skills in response to new opportunities can help you become an expert.

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The Broker Action Plan for the Post-NAR Lawsuit Landscape

Now more than ever, brokers need to provide agents with the right tools, strategies, and training to effectively demonstrate their expertise, negotiate successfully, and foster strong client relationships. So – what should brokers do to ensure this? Invest in the right technology, continuous education, and innovative marketing strategies that empower agents to stand out in a crowded marketplace.

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New Home Issues - Problems with Framing

Hank Miller Team

In this post, we look at new home problems with framing. Home builders excel as magicians; now you see it and now you don't as drywall hides all sins. Framing a home is literally building the skeleton, kind of important to get it done right. The majority of new builds are not "custom homes"; they are common plans that builders prefer. Typically, they have "framing packages" delivered to the site.

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How to build a listing machine for your business in 2025

Inman

Focusing on listings is the best way to flourish in the new year. Jimmy Burgess offers strategies to make it achievable.

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How to Find Cash Home Buyers in Columbia for a Hassle-Free Home Sale

HomeLight

If you’re a Columbia homeowner looking to sell your home quickly without the headaches of a traditional listing, working with a cash buyer might be what you need. Columbia’s housing market is currently stable, ranked 31st among 100 of the largest U.S. housing markets by The State Newspaper. In this guide, we’ll explain how to find cash home buyers in Columbia, including tips for selecting a reputable buyer, the benefits of a cash sale, and how it works.

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Side files restraining order against Alexander brothers in new action

Inman

The temporary restraining order alleges that Tal and Oren Alexander moved the underlying collateral on a loan that the firm extended to Official Partners two years ago in a potential attempt at "dissipating the assets.

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Accelerating Real Estate Sales Pipelines to Streamline Buyer Journeys

Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.