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Real’s latest roster addition is the 150-agent ROVI Homes

Housing Wire

Steve Rovithis ROVI Homes arrived on the scene in 2015. “Real’s culture, technology platform, comprehensive training program and commitment to ensuring that agents have long-term wealth building opportunities completely aligns with who we are and what we’ve built,” he said. He launched ROVI Homes in 2015.

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“Collusion,” agent training are the focus on day three of the Sitzer/Burnett trial

Housing Wire

The third day of the highly consequential Sitzer/Burnett class action buyer broker commission lawsuit included a deep dive into the training materials used by various brokerages and the testimony of three of the named plaintiffs. Gorman was also questioned about the training materials used at Anywhere Brands. Co-opetition.’”

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Free Webinar: Components of AMC Training by Josh Walitt

Appraisal Buzz

Certain states require AMC staff to receive training to ensure they understand valuation independence regulations as well as other statutory requirements. Our free webinar, “ Components of AMC Training ” will be held on June 10th at 2 pm with Josh Walitt as the host. Buzz : Why do AMCs need the training?

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Wells Fargo pays $96M to settle LO comp lawsuit

Housing Wire

Kang, an LO who worked at Wells Fargo between 2000 and 2015, alleged that the bank paid advances on commissions at a rate of $12 per hour but then clawed it back. James Kang, the lead plaintiff, said Wells Fargo illegally clawed back compensation.

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Payload partners with PDS to integrate SoftPro

Housing Wire

With training and education, the number is now reduced to a little more than 8% in these attempts by scammers. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), check fraud has increased by 65% since 2015. To boot, check fraud is also on the rise.

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Labor Shortages Hindering U.S. Remodeling Demand 

Appraisal Buzz

Most remodelers reported a lack of trained trade personnel, such as plumbers, electricians, and carpenters, between 2015 and 2023. The business is also hindered by labor shortages and the high cost of building supplies, which includes uncertainties about the possible effects of tariffs.

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DataDigest: Study shows agents are aplenty, most with few or no sales

Housing Wire

A 2015 NAR study noted that becoming a licensed agent takes on average 70 hours, which is 302 hours less than it takes to become a cosmetologist. The surfeit of agents ensures that many will not be able to receive adequate personal training and mentorship.” On this, NAR has previously reached the same conclusion.

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