The proposed deal for Compass to acquire Anywhere was almost certain to draw regulatory scrutiny from the beginning, due to the size and nature of the deal—nearly doubling the size of the company and consolidating somewhere around 500,000 annual transactions and 100,000 agents under one roof. What that scrutiny might look like became more clear…
The REAL AI Guide for Real Estate Agents, a book focused on practical applications of artificial intelligence in real estate, is now featured in the Realtor® Store, the official bookstore of the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). The title has remained a top-selling real estate sales book on Amazon since its release in early October,…
Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. recently hosted its Leadership Academy, a multi-day training program for affiliated brokers, owners and managers focused on operational leadership and business development within franchise real estate offices. The Leadership Academy is held several times each year, led by the company’s executive and business coaching teams. The program is designed to…
With business leaders, economists and other members of the real estate community looking forward to next year with both trepidation and hope, it appears the federal government is targeting 2026 for a push intended to bolster the sputtering housing market—though with details still forthcoming. During a primetime address on the evening of Dec. 17, President…
Everywhere you look, people are asking: Will AI replace agents? It’s a topic that’s sparked a lot of curiosity—and, let’s be honest, a fair bit of anxiety. At this year’s Zillow Unlock, I had the privilege of tackling this question head on with a session I led called “AI Won’t Take Your Job: Here Are…
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There are all kinds of numbers available for people to ponder as they set on the path to homeownership. Every month the National Association of Realtors® releases a home-purchase affordability report which provides the latest national facts and figures regarding qualifying income needed to buy a home, current average mortgage rate, median family income and…
Forbes Global Properties is marking its fifth anniversary this month, reflecting on the growth of its invitation-only network of independent real estate brokerages focused on high-end and ultra high-end residential markets. The company’s objective since 2020 was to develop a collaborative international platform for brokerages operating at the upper tier of the real estate market.…
Above, Bess Freedman. Recently, while traveling, I went to the gym at a little hotel. When I walked in, there was a small counter offering protein bars, trail mix, Gatorade and water—all available on the honor system. A simple sign read: “Please take what you want, leave your name and room number and we will…
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Since joining United Real Estate in 2010, Vice President of Marketing Amanda Cline has played a key role in driving the company’s brand and digital transformation—leading strategic initiatives that have fueled significant company growth and operational efficiency. In addition to elevating both design and user engagement through guiding the rollout of United’s modern logo and…
Three proptech companies were selected this week as finalists in RISMedia’s first-annual Tech Showdown, a new competition designed to discover and elevate the next wave of innovation in real estate technology. The finalists—Courted, Fiji App and Oppy—offer cutting-edge, AI-driven solutions that respectively address: recruiting and retention; brokerage valuation; and virtual assistants. During a live pitch…
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