RealReports launches customizable lead generation widget for listing pages by Sarah Wolak for HousingWire

HousingWireHousingWire AI-powered proptech firm RealReports on Tuesday announced the release of a lead generation widget for listing pages. This will allow brokerages to incorporate information from RealReports’ property data on each listing while capturing the contact details of consumers who seek to view the full property report. Per the company’s…

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The FHA denies facing 40% staff cuts but offers no layoff details by Chris Clow for HousingWire

HousingWireHousingWire It seems the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) — a division of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) — won’t be spared from widespread personnel cuts, as had been suggested by prior reporting and statements from a HUD workers’ union official. But it’s still unclear exactly what’s…

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NAR looks to dismiss DeYoung suit on three-way membership agreements by Brooklee Han for HousingWire

HousingWireHousingWire The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is continuing its quest to unshackle itself from antitrust litigation surrounding its three-way Realtor association membership agreements and MLS access.  On Tuesday, NAR and other defendants filed a motion to dismiss the DeYoung suit by arguing that the plaintiffs have failed to state…

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From consultation to closing: The definitive homebuying checklist by Shannon Sharpe, Gina Baker for HousingWire

HousingWireHousingWire Buyer’s agents are not just bright smiles that open doors – we’re the guide our clients rely on to navigate the homebuying process. This is when your buyers need you the most. That’s why having a definitive homebuying checklist is an essential part of your agent toolkit. I’ll share…

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Is Compass already winning the war against Clear Cooperation? by Jeff Andrews for HousingWire

HousingWireHousingWire Compass CEO Robert Reffkin has made exclusive listings central to the company’s business strategy. But the Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP), of which he’s been a vocal critic, is an obstacle toward that strategy. While the debate over CCP has gotten increasingly heated, Reffkin may already be winning the war…

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