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Real Estate News

Real Announces Changes to its Revenue Share Model for Agents

On September 6, Real Brokerage announced changes to its revenue share during a company call. Changes include easier access to Tier 2 of the revenue share model and an Agent Accelerator program.

September 6, 2023

Real Estate News

Anywhere Real Estate Agrees to Settle Class Action Lawsuits

Anywhere has agreed to settle both class action lawsuits challenging the current system for buyer agent commissions. Other defendants, including the National Association of Realtors (NAR), RE/MAX, and Keller Williams are still set to go to trial.

September 5, 2023

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Real Estate News

NAR Stands Behind CEO Bob Goldberg

Amid scrutiny of the leadership team at the National Association of Realtors, NAR’s new president Tracy Kasper issued a statement saying the executive committee is in support of all staff, including CEO Bob Goldberg.

September 1, 2023

Real Estate News

All Eyes on NAR: What Will NAR Do to Protect the Interests of Realtors?

The National Association of REALTORS® is running out of allies as it faces multiple lawsuits on top of intense media scrutiny surrounding its disgraced ex-president and the tone-deaf response of NAR leadership.

August 31, 2023

Real Estate News

Manhattan Compass Agent Announces NAR Accountability Project

With accusations in the New York Times “just the tip of the iceberg,” Jason Haber announced a project that calls for reform within NAR: the NAR Accountability Project.

August 30, 2023

Real Estate News

Should Realtor Associations Hold Agents to a Higher Standard?

Stats from the National Association of Realtors® and from the Austin Board of Realtors® show roughly half of all Realtors haven’t sold a single home in 2023. Should Realtor associations set minimum standards for agents to keep their real estate license?

August 30, 2023

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Real Estate News

“We Deserve BetteR” A Rallying Cry from the Industry Following NAR President’s Resignation

Real estate professionals unite in a rallying cry against NAR, following the New York Times exposé and subsequent resignation of NAR president Kenny Parcell. Statements from NAR offer little assurance of meaningful change.

August 29, 2023

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Real Estate News

NAR President Resigns After Accusations of Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and Intimidation

National Association of REALTORS® president Kenny Parcell is being accused of sexual harassment and racial discrimination, as detailed in a New York Times exposé on August 26th.

August 28, 2023

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Housing Market

Ending Anonymous Luxury Home Purchases: A Major Shift in Real Estate Transactions

A proposed U.S. Treasury Department rule t aims to eliminate anonymous luxury-home purchases in the real estate sector.

August 18, 2023

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Real Estate News

Relief Efforts for Victims of Maui Wildfires Continue

Keller Williams agents and the REALTORS® Relief Foundation are contributing to the relief efforts on Maui.

August 18, 2023

Real Estate News

After Rapattoni Cyber Attack, MLSs and Agents are Sharing Creative Solutions

Discover how real estate agents and MLSs are working toward innovative solutions in the aftermath of the Rapattoni cyber attack.

August 16, 2023

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Agent Strategy

83% of Agents Confident in Lead Conversion, Yet 46% are Unsatisfied with Providers

Respondents to a collaborative survey between BAM and 1000Watt revealed some surprising insights on agent sentiment regarding leads and conversion (among other topics). Here are some highlights from the report accessible to BAMx members.

August 15, 2023