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Fathom Realty agrees to pay $2.95M to settle commission suit

Sep 17, 2024

The company denied wrongdoing and said it had agreed to settle with plaintiffs in an attempt to move on and continue growing the business.

Mortgage payments cheaper than rent in nearly half of all US metros

Sep 17, 2024

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.

Tongo’s agent-focused finance app ready for market

Sep 17, 2024

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."

6 must-have safety tools to protect and boost your business

Sep 17, 2024

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.

How to limit the cost of the nibble (and win the negotiation)

Sep 17, 2024

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.

Frustrated? Here’s why leaving NAR won’t solve the problem

Sep 17, 2024

Despite its problems, brokerage CEO Sean Frank writes, NAR membership is still the logical option for real estate professionals.

How can I really be sure sellers will pay the buyer’s agent (me)?

Sep 17, 2024

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.

The Obamas’ former Hyde Park condo lists for $550K

Sep 16, 2024

The Obamas lived in the apartment from 1993 to 2005. The home is now being sold by Grammy-award-winning jazz singer Kurt Elling and his wife, Jennifer Elling.

A ‘Skinny House’ built out of spite? Maybe not, archives show

Sep 16, 2024

The super-narrow house in Boston's North End has long been associated with lore of two brothers fighting over property rights around the Civil War, but newly scrutinized archival documents shows that the tall tale may be erroneous.

Just letting off steam? Agents lash out at NAR in post-deadline survey

Sep 16, 2024

In the wake of the Aug. 17 deadline, a rising share of agents told the Inman Intel Index that they were frustrated with industry trade groups and have considered leaving the industry. But will this all blow over?

Need a productivity reset? Try these time management tactics

Sep 16, 2024

This September, generate a supernova of change, and prepare to thrive well before 2025 arrives using these time management strategies from trainer Rachael Hite.

10 proven secrets for negotiating face-to-face

Sep 16, 2024

Whether you’re negotiating on behalf of buyers or sellers, face-to-face or on Zoom, these 10 tips will help you be a better negotiator in a time when negotiation has never been more critical, Bernice Ross writes.