HousingWireHousingWire Capping off a dramatic few weeks in Washington, D.C., the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate have passed a continuing resolution that will fund the government through Dec. 20 — more than a month after Election Day, and just weeks before the new Congress is scheduled to…
Continue reading →HousingWireHousingWire Hurricane season has arrived, and residents of Florida and other Southeast states are beginning to deal with the damage wrought after Hurricane Helene made landfall on Thursday. Helene was a Category 4 storm with winds speeds of up to 140 mph when it hit the Big Bend area of…
Continue reading →HousingWireHousingWire A successful brokerage that operates across much of the country is taking its talents to eXp Realty. CanZell Realty has joined eXp, allowing the brokerage to expand in 20 states with a single addition. CanZell is led by Chantel Ray, who cited her personal friendship with eXp CEO Leo…
Continue reading →HousingWireHousingWire The majority of homebuyers are still expecting sellers to cover their agent’s compensation, according to The Real Brokerage’s August 2024 agent survey. This comes even as the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors‘ (NAR) nationwide commission lawsuit settlement have been implemented across the country. Real conducted its…
Continue reading →In The Seven Levels of Communication, Michael J. Maher presents an allegory featuring Realtor Rick Masters, whose journey to success hinges on a chance meeting with mortgage broker Michelle. While the book purports to offer profound insights into building a referral-based business, its execution often obscures these lessons. Maher admits in the sequel, The Miracle Morning, that he isn’t a writer, and it shows; the prose struggles to engage. Despite its acclaim from industry leaders, the story is laden with awkward names and a thin plot that detracts from its core message. Key concepts like self-understanding, genuine connection, and nurturing relationships are buried beneath a convoluted narrative. The allegorical format might resonate with some, but for readers seeking actionable insights, much of Maher’s wisdom risks getting lost in translation. Ultimately, the lessons of The Seven Levels deserve a clearer presentation, free from the distractions of its awkward storytelling.
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