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NAR membership, grim outlooks, beating the odds: Inman’s Top 5

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Bombshell commission suit 1 step closer to trial after appeal rejected

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A federal appeals court on Wednesday denied a request from NAR, Anywhere, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and HomeServices of America to overturn class certification in the Moehrl lawsuit.

Fannie Mae’s latest outlook is grim. 6 ways agents can beat the odds

There’s always a way that agents can position themselves for changing market conditions, and brokers can facilitate that process, according to broker-owners Bridget Gilbert and Laura Garner.

NAR’s membership is now shrinking for the 1st time in years

The organization’s membership was down 0.66 percent in April compared to a year earlier. NAR thinks the numbers may fall even further.

JPMorgan CEO: Real estate is going to be a big problem for some banks

NEW YORK,NY – SEPTEMBER 25: Jamie Dimon, chairman and chief executive officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co speaks on September 25,2019 in New York,US. (Photo by Misha Friedman/Getty Images)

Not every bank is at risk, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said Monday during an investor conference. But for lenders with more exposure to commercial properties, the months ahead could be tough.

5 types of Realtor videos that put passive prospecting on autopilot

Video is the most impactful place for you to spend your marketing dollars. Jimmy Burgess helps you ensure you’re doing it right with five types of video designed to get you noticed.