Era Ventures launches record-breaking $88M real estate fund
Clelia Warburg Peters, Era Ventures' founder, is the first woman to raise an initial fund of this size in the real estate category. The fund will distribute capital across various stages of innovation.
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Upfront lands $2.5M in funding to streamline credit access for agents
Even before the commission crunch, real estate agents have struggled to make ends meet. Through brokerage partnerships, Upfront aims to ease access to credit for working agents.
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The long view: Take the Inman Intel Index survey for September
A month into the NAR settlement era, the Inman Intel Index is tracking the impact on buyers, sellers, agents and brokerages. Add your voice to real estate's most ambitious monthly survey today.
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5 strategies for unleashing your negotiation power in real estate
If you want to be a better negotiator, pace yourself, come prepared with examples in hand, and collaborate to arrive at the best possible decision for your clients, trainer Bernice Ross writes.
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7 tips for guiding homebuyers through the VA loan process
Are your clients considering a Veterans Affairs home loan? Let Clever Real Estate’s Luke Babich walk you through the most common pain points to help ease the process for your buyers.
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Attorneys request $226M from NAR and HomeServices deals
Law professor estimates the plaintiffs' law firms are asking for only 3 percent of the total value of the deals when 'historic' business practice changes are taken into account.
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Umansky threatens to sue NAR as pocket listing pressure mounts
The Agency CEO and founder said he plans to revive a lawsuit against NAR over a pocket listing network. The threat came days after NAR officials convened to reevaluate Clear Cooperation.
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Oregon real estate brokerages merge under RE/MAX banner
Announced Friday, the merger will unite RE/MAX Key Properties and West + Main Homes Oregon. The new company will tout the RE/MAX name and resume operations with nearly 90 agents.
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Michael Jordan’s Northern Chicago mansion scores potential buyer
After 12 years on the market, Jordan’s Highland Park mansion is finally in contingency following price cuts totaling nearly $15 million. In the end, the final list price clocked in at $14.855 million.
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Pennymac joins Rocket in boosting conforming loan limit to $802,650
Lenders have gotten into the habit of helping some homebuyers avoid jumbo loans by raising their limits before an official announcement by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's federal regulator.
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Christine Jacobson, formerly of NextHome, heads to Realtor.com
Christine Jacobson has joined Realtor.com as senior vice president of B2B marketing. In her new role, Jacobson will expand the portal's B2B offerings in a bid to help agents grow their business.
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Fathom Realty agrees to pay $2.95M to settle commission suit
The company denied wrongdoing and said it had agreed to settle with plaintiffs in an attempt to move on and continue growing the business.
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Mariah Carey has racked up $18.6M in mortgage debt
After buying a Tribeca penthouse for $9 million cash in 1999, the pop star has borrowed millions in loans on the pad's equity in order to fund her lavish lifestyle.
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GreenLite’s permitting software approved, earns $28.5M Series A
Construction permitting software company GreenLite has closed on a Series A round of funding of $28.5 million.
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Mortgage payments cheaper than rent in nearly half of all US metros
Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest levels since 2023 in 22 of the 50 largest U.S. metros — even as rent prices continue to rise, according to a new analysis from Zillow released on Monday.
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Tongo’s agent-focused finance app ready for market
A new solution to help brokers administer financial benefits to agents is now available from Tongo, a company that “builds financial products that cater to the needs of the commission economy."
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How can I really be sure sellers will pay the buyer’s agent (me)?
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether it’s possible to confirm if a seller is willing to compensate buyer’s agents.
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Frustrated? Here’s why leaving NAR won’t solve the problem
Despite its problems, brokerage CEO Sean Frank writes, NAR membership is still the logical option for real estate professionals.
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How to limit the cost of the nibble (and win the negotiation)
Whether it’s buyers trying to nickel and dime your sellers or sellers asking for a piece of your commission, trainer Bernice Ross writes, the key is to put your foot down and say no.
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6 must-have safety tools to protect and boost your business
If you want to add to your safety and security toolbox, build value, protect your clients and stay safe in the field, check out these recommendations from Tracey “The Safety Lady” Hawkins.
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