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Synergy One acquires Montana-based national lender: Report

Oct 1, 2024

Kalispell, Montana-based Mann Mortgage, which operated branches in states throughout the West and Southeast, had tangled with regulators in Idaho and Washington.

Florida broker arrested for laundering son’s escort profits

Oct 1, 2024

After 24 years of running an illegal escort service, mother-son crime duo Margareta von Lambert and Christopher Jelavic have been busted for using von Lambert's real estate and art businesses to launder their profits. Von Lambert, 70, and Jelavic, 48, were arrested on Sept. 11, several days after attempting to charter a flight to Brazil.

Illinois homebuyers file new class-action commission suit

Oct 1, 2024

The suit names Equity Realtors, HomeSmart International and Fathom Realty as defendants. It also describes NAR as a co-conspirator, but doesn't name the organization as a defendant.

NAR Chief Legal Officer Katie Johnson is ‘stepping down’

Oct 1, 2024

After a decade leading the trade group's legal team — including through sexual harassment scandals and numerous anti-trust commission lawsuits — Johnson is leaving.

Hawaii homeowner sued after house collapses into the ocean

Oct 1, 2024

A Hawaii homeowner finds himself in hot water after his oceanfront home on Oahu’s North Shore collapsed into the ocean. Now the state is demanding he cover the cleanup costs.

Latest updates show Matterport’s downmarket move no longer virtual

Oct 1, 2024

Digital twin creator Matterport introduced a new lineup of property marketing features to enrich its appeal as a more accessible resource for listing agents and brokers, including a de-furnishing tool and an artificial intelligence listing description tool.

Moreland Properties’ Sarah Railey on ‘Where do we go from here?’

Oct 1, 2024

Like a car that was going 100 mph and has slowed down to 70 mph, Moreland Properties COO and broker of record says it's "very healthy" that homes are taking a little longer to sell.

Where real estate’s major players stand on Clear Cooperation Policy

Oct 1, 2024

Some real estate leaders say the focus on Clear Cooperation stems from the recent commission lawsuits. But other see a deeper question about brokerage profits at the heart of the issue.

Why are some agents still flirting with cooperative compensation?

Oct 1, 2024

Compliance expert Summer Goralik tackles why the commission-splitting debate remains unresolved and whether listing agreements should still include buyer agent compensation fields.

NAR faces a standoff over Clear Cooperation, Inman survey reveals

Oct 1, 2024

Nearly a hundred real estate professionals shared their thoughts on NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy with Inman, revealing a schism between supporters and opponents of the controversial rule.

Here’s how top real estate pros are thriving post-compensation shift

Oct 1, 2024

Marketing strategist Molly McKinley shares how brokers, team leaders and agents all over are adapting and adjusting to the post-commission settlement changes.

Beyond business cards: How to master genuine networking

Oct 1, 2024

Organization and authenticity are key to effective networking. Broker and coach Zak Shellhammer offers tips for making connections count.