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Mortgage Automation Technologies launches agent platform to help with NAR settlement compliance

Housing Wire

The BIG Agent is a consumer-agent-broker collaboration portal, which enables users to access buyer agency agreements, e-signature contracts, disclaimers, offer management and compensation disclosures. Users can send documents to clients’ phones for e-signature tasks. “The

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New objection to NAR settlement targets business practice changes, plaintiffs’ attorneys fees

Housing Wire

In a document filed on Monday in U.S. Additionally, Monestier claims that some buyers are being asked to sign documents that allow for “seller paid bonuses,” if the seller is offering more compensation than the buyer and their broker agreed to. Monestier’s objection also looks at the required buyer representation agreements.

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What is a real estate broker vs. an agent? We explain the key differences

Housing Wire

This includes — but is not limited to — posting to the MLS, hosting open houses and getting creative with social media. An agent may also be present at closings to review closing documents and help guide their client through the final steps. This course covers real estate law, contracts, finance and ethics.

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Referrals are out, online searches are in: What agents need to know

Housing Wire

If you need some inspiration, check out Coffee & Contracts. Build your social media presence (Source: Coffee & Contracts ) Whether youre breaking down market trends on Instagram or sharing home staging tips on TikTok, Coffee & Contracts makes it easy to keep your content fresh and relevant.

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How to get a real estate license in Texas

Housing Wire

You’ll need to enroll in and complete the following TREC-approved, qualifying real estate courses: Principles of Real Estate I Principles of Real Estate II Law of Agency Law of Contracts Promulgated Contract Forms Real Estate Finance Each course is 30 classroom hours, for a total of 180 hours. Do they use lawn signs and postcards?

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6 best real estate lead generation websites for 2023

Housing Wire

Your target client is likely a busy professional juggling personal and work responsibilities and hopping from one Open House to the next on the weekends. Mobile-friendly design: Like many of us, homebuyers are constantly on the go.

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9 Things to Know Before Selling a Home For Sale by Owner

Raleigh Realty

You manage the marketing, showings, open houses, and all other aspects of the sale To those who have bought and sold several houses in the past or have a real estate background, this may be another enticing aspect of going for sale by owner route. This may be a themed open house that involves food, entertainment, etc.