12 factors that convince a buyer to pay a full-service commission
Expressing your value to clients begins with knowing yourself, writes mega-team leader Carl Medford. You cannot articulate what you have never taken the time to determine on your own.
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Navigate disruption with Inman’s new Commission Chronicles digest
Each Tuesday, the Inman editorial team guides Select subscribers through the new environment of making money and thriving in a post-settlement world.
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Coldwell Banker icon Ralph Burnet receives final farewell
Coldwell Banker icon Ralph Burnet died on March 19, after a lengthy battle against kidney disease. Longtime friend and colleague Matt Baker reflects on his legacy.
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The good, bad and ugly: Rating the media’s commission coverage
After the National Association of Realtors announced its proposed commission settlement in March, mainstream media covered the historic news with mixed results, an Inman analysis shows.
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Don’t let your feelings or bank account dictate your value
If you're having trouble conveying your value to clients, it may be because you don't believe in it yourself. Coach Darryl Davis provides the pep talk you need to take center stage as a client coach and advocate.
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Douglas Elliman settles commission suits for up to $17.75M
The proposed deal would resolve antitrust claims brought by homesellers but not homebuyers.
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Investing app Backflip sticks landing, secures $15M Series A
Backflip, a company that built an application to help investors analyze and finance properties to flip, has secured a $15 million Series A round of funding.
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Stop justifying your fee. Start showing the cost of not using you
The factors that won your first listing are the same ones that will be intergal in winning over buyers, writes TowerHill Realty CEO Patrick Kilner.
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Is NAR a net-positive? It depends if you ask an agent or a broker: Intel
These increasingly uncertain attitudes among agents in March were a departure from brokers, who were more likely to tell Intel that they still view the National Association of Realtors positively.
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Underperforming agents are getting a real estate reality check
As the commission landscape changes, Side's Hilary Saunders writes, it's time for agents, teams and brokerages to look at the ways this will improve the industry's reputation.
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How multifamily can appeal to the baby boomer rental market
Many baby boomers are interested in rental markets close to home, multifamily expert Michael Zaransky writes, especially when they offer features that enhance their lifestyles and options.
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As settlements move forward, get back in the saddle: The Download
With preliminary approval of NAR's deal and a new settlement proposal from HomeServices of America, can we finally all get back to business?
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10 things to think about when thanking your referral partners
Want to work smarter, not harder? Nurture your referral pipeline with these tips from coach Darryl Davis for a steady flow of new leads.
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Ryan Reynolds creates Zillow ad inspired by hit show ‘Bluey’
Hit children's TV show "Bluey" is the inspiration for Zillow's latest ad, which debuted Friday morning on NBC's Today show. The 30-second spot features a family in the final stages of moving while the narrator references a landmark episode of "Bluey," where the main character and her family struggle with the opportunity to move to a new city.
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‘Buyers are losing faith in the American Dream:’ Redfin CEO
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said rising rates and home prices are crushing consumer sentiment. However, rising inventory and a year-end interest rate cut will be key to restoring it.
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LA home sells $705K over asking: The moves behind this agent’s deal
A remodel, strategic pricing, choice photos, an offer deadline and strong agent relationships helped the O'Connor sisters sell a property that previously sat on the market for nearly one year.
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Top New Jersey loan mortgage originator charged with fraud
Mortgage fraud scheme allegedly listed investors as homeowners to secure lower interest rates, prosecutors allege in criminal complaint against "Team Gallo" leader and his assistant.
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In the wake of Matterport’s sale, digital twin options are plentiful
Matterport's sale to CoStar will ignite interest in the value of digital twins and tour marketing, and the options for creating them are many.
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Court movements, FAQ answers, ticking clocks: Inman Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.
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HomeServices of America agrees to pay $250M to settle lawsuits
HomeServices was potentially on the hook for the remaining $4.7 billion in damages from an Oct. 31 jury verdict in Sitzer | Burnett, which awarded plaintiffs $5.3 billion.
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