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The latest real estate commission lawsuit is the scariest of them all

Housing Wire

using a listing agent or broker affiliated with one of the seven brokerage defendants and paid a buyer broker commission from Oct. The filing claims that the defendants “conspired to require home sellers to pay the broker representing the buyer of their homes in violation of federal antitrust law.” How big could this case be?

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Savvy real estate agents look beyond ChatGPT

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They repeat the mantra “Home buyers and sellers will always need a real estate agent.” Benefits of using today’s AI tools Create content When ChatGPT launched, real estate agents were immediately drawn to its ability to write listing descriptions and blog posts. So how can real estate agents be so cavalier about their job?

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Opinion: Will lower lumber prices offset rising rates?

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In a blog post from January 4 , the National Association of Home Builders said that the 167% rise from last summer’s low lumber prices to over $1,000 per thousand board feet (mbf) added only about $18,600 to the cost of a home. 4 blog about lumber price increases, but it’s close enough for this purpose. That just doesn’t add up.

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Opendoor expands suite of services in multiple states

Housing Wire

This means that for homes that aren’t owned by Opendoor, a tour assistant can meet the buyer to let them in to tour the home in-person. Then, once a buyer wants to make an offer, they are connected with an Opendoor agent to represent them. The blog post ended with “More to come!” II in September.

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What your title company needs to succeed in 2023

Housing Wire

In 2022, 96% of all buyers used online tools during their home search. Here are the best types of content you can use to make your presence visible online: Blogs A blog on your website is one of the best ways to create digestible, informational content that your clients can easily find online. Keep learning to keep growing.

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How to build a comprehensive real estate online presence

Housing Wire

To add a more immersive element, consider incorporating virtual tours or 3D walkthroughs to give potential buyers an up-close experience. Incorporate a blog or magazine-style content Make your website a place not just for active clients, but potential clients.

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Brokers prepare for changes after Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit verdict

Housing Wire

Can we ask if the buyer is represented now? There will also be years of appeals about the legal standard used in the case and other issues,” Kelman wrote in a blog post. Some states currently require buyer’s agency agreements, but now they are a must and agents need to know how to use them,” the LandVest broker said.

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