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Jan 2, 2025 · Key points: Brokerage leaders focused on preparing their agents for industry changes following the NAR settlement, offering nuggets of advice that will carry into the new year. By the end of the year, a rift formed between a local Realtor chapter and NAR, which could result in a big shift within the industry in 2025. Legal battles and DOJ action rocked the real estate …

6 days ago · Another commissions-related class action lawsuit was filed against a group of real estate brokerages and MLSs on Monday, but this one was quickly settled, adding more than $10.5 million to the fund. What was the new suit about? The lawsuit was filed Jan. 27 in a Missouri District Court by a group of ...

3 days ago · eXp adds top NJ team; 2 Colorado RE/MAX offices merge; Seattle team joins KW; Chicago agent brings team to @properties; Christie's Sereno adds NorCal duo; more.

Jan 17, 2025 · What does rebuilding look like — and should we even continue to build in some of the areas affected by wildfires? Experts share their thoughts.

Dec 20, 2024 · Key points: Most agents in a Real Brokerage survey expect home sales to rise in 2025, with nearly a quarter hoping for a 10% bump. A John Burns survey also showed an improving outlook. A majority also believe home price growth will continue, but at a slower pace — consistent with economic forecasts. Perhaps surprisingly, more than half of Real Brokerage …

Nov 18, 2024 · In a changing industry, brokerages and agents cannot simply maintain old practices. Those who want to thrive must embrace new ways to evolve and improve.

Dec 16, 2024 · Decisions in residential real estate are often based on market data — sometimes conflicting, often confusing. Housing Market Decoded, authored by economists and other market experts, helps put the data in context so you can make sense of the numbers.

Dec 23, 2024 · Well-known franchise brands have proven their staying power, but more brokerage brands are scaling up nationally, capturing agent and consumer attention.

Dec 4, 2024 · Forecast season has arrived, but for housing market economists, 2025 may be one of the more challenging years to predict. One reason? It's a transitional year for the country. A new presidential administration will be sworn in next month, and many expect an economic shakeup. During his campaign, Donald Trump made a number of declarations about tariffs, …