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

Barings' John Ockerbloom on stilted real estate markets and where to find the best opportunities  Pensions & Investments

Waterton Announces $1.73B Final Close for US Value-Add Multifamily Real Estate Fund Venture XV  Yield PRO magazine

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.

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.

S64 and Invesco launch new European real estate fund for Private Wealth channel  Yahoo Finance

London's high-end property market cools on worries about tax hit  Reuters UK

London's high-end property market cools on worries about tax hit  Reuters.com

London law firm promotes real estate specialists  PrimeResi

United States Real Estate Rental Market By Application  Third Eye News

Ares Management: U.S. Real Estate Opportunity Fund IV Closes At Over $3.3 Billion  Pulse 2.0

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.

As the real estate industry works to implement rule changes triggered by the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) Aug. 17 mandate, further disruption potentially lies ahead as the future of the Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) hangs in the balance. Last week, the MLS Technology and Emerging Issues Advisory Board held its regularly scheduled meeting on…

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Skanska Promotes Mike Caliva to Vice President of Development in the U.S.  Boston Real Estate Times

Staying motivated in the real estate business can be a challenge, especially when it comes to prospecting. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed or uninspired, but staying on track is crucial for your success. Whether you’re a seasoned agent or just starting out, there are strategies you can adopt to keep yourself motivated, even when you…

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With just shy of $1 billion in a still-growing settlement fund, lawyers who worked on the Burnett case are renewing their bid to have a judge approve one-third of the amount paid by HomeServices of America and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) as their fee, with an additional $16 million to cover out-of-pocket expenses.…

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University of Buffalo School of Law professor Tanya Monestier, in an exclusive, lengthy and wide-ranging interview with RISMedia, revealed that the Department of Justice (DOJ) is utilizing her detailed residential real estate buyer and seller contract information and opinions to assist in its deciding whether to request the federal court’s Burnett settlement agreement with the…

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Left to right: Erika Leonard, Fiona Byrne, Scott Perkins, Tyler Szumada, Alexis Bandera and Kim Vaccaro. As a partner at Realty ONE Group Empower, in Buffalo, New York, Scott Perkins stands as a cornerstone of expertise and integrity within the local real estate market. With an impressive tenure in the industry, Perkins has consistently upheld…

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Left to right: Erika Leonard, Fiona Byrne, Scott Perkins, Tyler Szumada, Alexis Bandera and Kim Vaccaro. As a partner at Realty ONE Group Empower, in Buffalo, New York, Scott Perkins stands as a cornerstone of expertise and integrity within the local real estate market. With an impressive tenure in the industry, Perkins has consistently upheld…

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Canopy REALTOR® Association has announced the promotion of Michele L. McCaskill, Esq. to General Counsel and Association COO. She previously served as VP of Risk Management and Assistant General Counsel. As General Counsel, Canopy stated that McCaskill will serve as the chief legal officer to all Canopy entities including Canopy Realtor® Association, Canopy MLS and…

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