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Compass has hired Soham Bhonsle as its head of investor relations, according to an announcement on Wednesday. In his new role, Bhonsle will be responsible for maintaining strong investor relationships and maximizing shareholder value.

Strength in job market rekindles inflation worries, raising the prospect that the Fed might cut by only a hair in November -- or not at all.

Dozens of advice listicles focus on the best way to spend your commute to and from the office. REALTORS®, though, have a unique commute; this is a job where you have to be on the go, from open houses to offices and back again, so you may not have a strict commute in the morning,…

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The Iranian-American Lahijani family is practiced in real estate investment and acquired the property in March for $17 million. The family has reportedly begun a complete renovation of the home.

As we embraced the unique start of our Real Estate New Year last week, marking the final 90-day sprint with strategic enthusiasm, we now delve deeper into what truly drives our success during these critical months. It’s not just about meticulous planning and aligning our calendars—it’s about the essence of hard work. This week, as…

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In the wake of ongoing class-action settlements, REALTORS® are assessing the role associations play in the industry. Alabama REALTORS®, for instance, has put forth a proposal to end mandatory membership in the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). To further assess this trend, the MLS-consulting firm WAV Group conducted a national survey back in August, polling…

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During a panel at Inman Connect Austin on Wednesday, Rachel Hocevar of Compass and Romeo Manzanilla of @properties Christie's International Real Estate discussed the implications of industry shakeups.

Above, Warren B. Boizot III Today, approximately 76% of all real estate transactions in Colorado are facilitated by REcolorado, according to InfoSparks—as brokers, agents and others in the industry rely on the MLS’s data, technology and intelligence to successfully serve their clients. REcolorado is also a great fit for appraisers, many of whom have experienced…

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Above, Bill Helton Pillar To Post has announced the addition of Bill Helton, CFE, as its new Franchise Recruiting Director. With over 20 years of franchise experience, the home inspection company says Helton’s extensive background will further bolster the brand’s commitment to its unique executive-driven franchise model.. According to the company, Pillar To Post’s Executive…

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600 apartments planned around Miami airport hotel (Photos)  The Business Journals

With mega-brokerage eXp facing multiple civil lawsuits accusing the company of being complicit in a “scheme” of druggings and sexual assaults by top recruiters, lawyers representing the company butted heads with plaintiffs on multiple issues at a court hearing for two of the cases on Tuesday, Oct. 8.  Several women (and most recently, shareholders) have…

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Eales said the U.S. model of cooperation remains the gold standard — but declined to take a stance on NAR's policy. "Beware what you wish for," he said on Wednesday at Inman Connect Austin.

The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) and 13 industry stakeholders announced the formation of the CONVERGENCE Collaborative, a coordinated effort to identify and develop solutions to help close the racial homeownership gap. Over the next three years, the CONVERGENCE Collaborative will deploy more than $1 million annually to build on the existing network of location-based CONVERGENCE…

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Inman Connect Austin kicked off with a spirited debate about Clear Cooperation and the disconnect between brokerage leaders and agents over whether to keep it.

Applications for home purchases dipped again this week following mortgage rates moving higher, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) latest Weekly Applications Survey for the week ending October 4, 2024.  MBA reported that mortgage applications decreased 5.1% from one week earlier, when they dipped 1.3%. Overall applications are still up over this time last…

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A consumer watchdog filed complaints with California’s Civil Rights Department against 200 firms after an undercover sting found that the vouchers were refused repeatedly across the state.

Above, Hurricane Helene caused a tree to crash on the home of Savannah Pope in western North Carolina (photograph courtesy of Savannah Pope). Savannah Pope and her family are navigating the unknown after furious winds from Hurricane Helene sent a tree crashing through the second story of the roof of their western North Carolina home.…

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Another online space editor means the portal leader continues to focus on helping agents better serve sellers and buyers better grasp the potential of a prospective home.

Above, 851 Wilson Way, Telluride, Colorado listed by Telluride Properties/Forbes Global Properties. Listed as “One of the most stunning residences ever constructed in the Telluride region, including floor-to-ceiling glass, soul stirring views, infinity edge pond and flowing floor plan, creating an immersion in nature like no other home.” Listing price: $22,500,000 and represented by Steve…

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Most everyone likes to talk about what they do professionally. Well, maybe not lawyers worried they’ll be cornered for free legal advice. But inquire of people you meet about how they earn a living, and you’ll usually get a positive response. What about your job as a REALTOR®? You know the deal. Anything to turn…

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