National Association of Realtors members discussed whether supporting certain political candidates, using the wrong pronouns or opposing same-sex marriage could be hate speech
Bryan Greene, Helen Devlin and Joe Harris are moving up the ranks of the 1.4 million-member trade group's lobbying operation
People who have done deals with CoStar, or had a catbird seat in CEO Andy Florance's business dealings, say he's cunning, ruthless and plays to win. Sounds like Zillow, right?
Though still relatively rare today, some agents foresee a future in which buyers are more directly responsible for their agents' commissions. That could pose a challenge for buyers — though some agents have already figured out solutions
White described a robust market that has exceeded even his own expectations this year, and added that he believes homes will continue selling well in 2021
Missives that disclose race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity are risky for buyer's agents and listing agents
Broker and ethics hearing officer Barbara Betts detailed the ways agents misrepresent themselves and the transaction, sometimes inadvertently
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The National Association of Realtors launched a free interactive training platform called Fairhaven. Here’s my take on this virtual experience
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As the Moehrl and Sitzer lawsuits work their way through the legal system they now must explain why the Department of Justice settlement is inadequate
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These changes don't spell the end of anything. They provide consumers with information. Transparency, protecting your clients' interests and codifying best practices are all good things
The trade organization also launched a free interactive training platform, Fairhaven, where agents can walk in the shoes of a client experiencing discrimination
Among other things, the case could ultimately drive down commissions and weaken industry organizations, agents told Inman
Proposed settlement would require the trade group to repeal or change several rules the US Department of Justice deems anticompetitive
Speaking at NAR's annual conference, the musician and civil rights champion said there are 'more pressing' fair housing issues than the term 'master bedroom'
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun predicts existing-home sales will rise 9% in 2021