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Opinion
Cara Ameer writes that it's more important than ever to tout the truth and legitimacy of what is involved with what real estate agents really do and what they are worth
As the Nov. 26 hearing for final approval of the NAR commission lawsuit settlement approaches, voices from all sides are questioning its wisdom
Opinion
As she reflects on the historic decision and the current state of the industry, broker Cara Ameer offers thoughts on how far we've come and where we still need to go
In the post-Sitzer-Burnett era, Cara Ameer writes, we must be better informed, better prepared and have thorough consultations with the buyers and sellers with whom we interact
While we cannot control a storm’s trajectory or outcome, writes broker Cara Ameer, there are some things we can do to lessen the stress
While no agent is perfect, we should all continually strive for excellence, no matter where we are in our journey as an agent from brand new to very experienced, broker Cara Ameer writes
They've been fighting since 2020, and now NAR plans to take the Department of Justice to the nation's highest court to enforce a previous settlement
Opinion
Selling real estate under the new commission rules is like playing Red Light, Green Light on a tightrope, bicoastal agent Cara Ameer writes. Here’s how her business has been since the change
Everyone — from Michael Ketchmark to the consumer advocates behind Moehrl — is letting agents know that they're under scrutiny as they implement the new rules
Compliance expert Summer Goralik has the answers to queries from '13 more questions agents should ask about commission settlements' as we head into the post-settlement transition
Now that we're in the thick of the 'New Normal,' it's time to answer the frequently asked questions agents and brokerages have about the newly implemented commission settlement rule changes
There's plenty that's still not clear as the Aug. 17 implementation deadline approaches, broker Cara Ameer writes. Here's how to make sure your seatbelts are fastened as you brace for impact
Buyers and sellers who feel like the commission settlements didn't go far enough are fighting back in court, and the cases are bunching up
Bi-coastal luxury agent Cara Ameer says these thoughtful points can pivot DIY buyer prospects into loyal lifelong clients