Fathom Realty agrees to pay $2.95M to settle commission suit
The company denied wrongdoing and said it had agreed to settle with plaintiffs in an attempt to move on and continue growing the business....
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Mariah Carey has racked up $18.6M in mortgage debt
After buying a Tribeca penthouse for $9 million cash in 1999, the pop star has borrowed millions in loans on the pad's equity in order to fund her lavish lifestyle....
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GreenLite’s permitting software approved, earns $28.5M Series A
Construction permitting software company GreenLite has closed on a Series A round of funding of $28.5 million....
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Mortgage payments cheaper than rent in nearly half of all US metros
Mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest levels since 2023 in 22 of the 50 largest U.S. metros — even as rent prices continue to rise, according to a new analysis from Zillow released on Monday....
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Tongo’s agent-focused finance app ready for market
A new solution to help brokers administer financial benefits to agents is now available from Tongo, a company that “builds financial products that cater to the needs of the commission economy."...
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How can I really be sure sellers will pay the buyer’s agent (me)?
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether it’s possible to confirm if a seller is willing to compensate buyer’s agents....
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Frustrated? Here’s why leaving NAR won’t solve the problem
Despite its problems, brokerage CEO Sean Frank writes, NAR membership is still the logical option for real estate professionals....
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How to limit the cost of the nibble (and win the negotiation)
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....
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6 must-have safety tools to protect and boost your business
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....
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The Obamas’ former Hyde Park condo lists for $550K
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....
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