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“Coming soon” listings banned in Ohio market
A big change is coming to the real estate market in Northeast Ohio, with “coming soon” listings set to...
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Life sentences given for murder of real estate agent
Two men have been given life sentences for their roles in the murder of Minneapolis real estate agent Monique...
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Broker commissions could surge 16% this year
A red hot housing market means a big year for brokers. Commission revenue — the cut agents get for...
TRD Tips: Selling luxury real estate during a pandemic
“The home has become more important than ever and will be more important than ever,” real estate agent Lauren...
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NAR apologizes for housing discrimination
The National Association of Realtors has issued an historic apology for its role in housing discrimination, but some say it falls short. Charlie Oppler, the president-elect of NAR, which represents 1.4 million real estate...
Seeking “a seat at the table,” Compass’ Aaron Seawood jumps to Triplemint
Triplemint has snagged Compass broker Aaron Seawood and his team to lead the firm’s push into the Brooklyn market....
Health screenings, liability forms: REBNY offers guidance for in-person showings
The idea of going back to work raises a lot of tricky questions: Should we shake hands? Are offices...
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“I don’t want to chase money from a desperate person”: Commission advancers pull back on broker lending
In an industry of independent contractors whose fortunes hang on the ebb and flow of dealmaking, little-known commission advancing companies provide a key source...
Broker confidence hits all-time low: REBNY
The industry’s eternal optimists aren’t putting on a brave face any longer. As the COVID-19 pandemic ground New York City’s economy to a near-standstill, the Real Estate Board of New York’s quarterly survey measuring...
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Stimulus gives brokers lifeline, but may not be enough for deluge of unemployed
Real estate brokers are generally in the eat-what-you-kill business, working as independent contractors whose main source of income is...