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NAR scores a victory in buyer commission lawsuit
An order from Judge LaShonda A. Hunt in the Batton homebuyer case struck down a proposed class of plaintiffs that included substantial overlap with the class in the now-settled Burnett lawsuit.
FICO scores, magic phrases, earnings digs: Inman Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.
Why Carrefour’s Real Estate Sale Sparks a Broader Debate About the Future of Grocery Property Investment in Europe - International Supermarket News
Why Carrefour’s Real Estate Sale Sparks a Broader Debate About the Future of Grocery Property Investment in Europe International Supermarket News
Where else is Zillow not enforcing its private listing ban?
Zillow acknowledged last week that it wasn’t enforcing its private listings rule in Chicagoland, opening the question of where else the standards might not be in effect.
All about the Benjamins: 5 things to know before throwing money at real estate problems
Your real estate budget isn't built for brute-force spending, Josh Ries writes. It rewards clarity, consistency and thoughtful execution.
British Land opens Broadgate Central scheme - Retail Bulletin
British Land opens Broadgate Central scheme Retail Bulletin
How to help senior real estate clients right-size with confidence
Finance expert Sofia Nadjibi, MBA, shares how real estate professionals can transform the downsizing experience for senior homeowners by blending empathy, strategy and smart financing tools.
Welcome to the Senior Class: Downsizing with a home equity conversion mortgage
Developer and contributor America Foy says agents are missing the boat when it comes to education on senior housing opportunities. The home equity conversion mortgage product is just one example.
Why independent brokerages matter more than ever amid real estate consolidation
Windermere's OB Jacobi writes that it’s more important than ever to preserve independence and keep the industry vibrant, diverse and focused on the things that matter most.
What is a 50-year mortgage? The pros and cons of Trump’s proposal
The proposal from Trump is a reminder that the industry must evolve, Darryl Davis writes, but evolution without diligence can lead to structural weakness.
Homebuilders’ rate buydowns are leaving buyers underwater: WSJ
The American Enterprise Institute estimates that 64 percent of homes sold by the largest homebuilders provide permanent mortgage rate buydowns, which often don't count as seller concessions.
Judge Strikes Class Certification Motions in Buyer Case in Win for NAR, Brokerages
A judge has ruled in defendants’ favor over the class certification dispute in the largest homebuying commission case: Batton vs. The National Association of Realtors® (NAR). Judge LaShonda A. Hunt granted a motion by defendants in the case, who include big brokerages along with NAR, ruling that the plaintiffs’ motions for Class Certification “stricken without…
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