Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2024

million, according to data released Wednesday by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) On a year-over-year basis, existing-home sales were down 3.5% After falling 2.5% from July to August , sales again trended down last month, dropping 1% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.84 in September. months in August and 3.4

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 8, 2024

After more than three months of searching, the California Association of Realtors (CAR) has found its new CEO. Hawkins is currently the head of the Pacific West Association of Realtors (PWR), which is one the the largest local Realtor associations in California. I am honored to be named C.A.R.’s

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Housing Wire

JULY 16, 2024

VestaPlus , a software development firm known for its MLS solutions geared toward agents, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Staten Island Board of Realtors. VestaPlus recently announced a similar strategic partnership in Florida with the Pensacola Association of Realtors.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Originators should understand that DSCR and non-QM loans allow them to differentiate themselves and strengthen Realtor relationships in today’s challenging market. Helping Realtors close more transactions is invaluable. It will lead to more referrals for Realtors and for you.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Ohio REALTORS, one of the largest and most influential real estate associations in the Midwest, has announced its partnership with HousingWire , the leading source for housing market news and information. This partnership underscores Ohio REALTORS ‘ commitment to supporting its members through education and professional development.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

I have spoken numerous times over the past 35 years about the fairness and efficiency of what I refer to as the Realtor marketplace , which is a combination of a multiple listing service with Realtor association oversight, supported by a majority of brokerage firms and sales agents.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 30, 2024

A group of current and former real estate executives have launched The Helm, a coaching platform designed to provide professional development to a more diverse audience. Some of the most powerful women in real estate have taken the industry’s coaching space into their own hands.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 14, 2025

The brokerage has hired industry veteran Nikol Solares as senior managing director of new development marketing. ” Nikol Solares Solares brings 20 years of experience in luxury development, new construction sales and marketing to her new role. Adam Vellano was promoted to managing director of the South Florida market.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2024

With our commitment to providing insights that housing professionals can make decisions on, HousingWire announced a new partnership with Greater Bergen Realtors , delivering exclusive news, market data and housing research to agents in New Jersey’s Greater Bergen Realtors association. Learn more about HousingWire subscriptions here.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Longtime National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) staff member Donna Gland has announced her retirement, according to an email sent by CEO Bob Goldberg to NAR members and obtained by HousingWire. Gland, who has been with the trade group for 38 years, most recently served as NAR’s head of talent development and resources.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 6, 2025

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced Thursday that Matthew Cenedella is taking over as its chief financial officer, with longtime CFO John Pierpoint set to retire at the end of the month. Cenedella is set to start his new role on March 19.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Ask the average real estate agent or broker in America if they believe the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and brokerages are likely to win the bombshell Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit case on appeal. Such an outcome, many predict, could eventually force a disassociation between the Realtor-owned MLSs and the NAR mothership.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Joining and engaging with groups of fellow Realtors on Facebook should be a key tool in every agent’s toolbox. Many Realtors are using Canva to cut their marketing budgets in half. Join Realtor Networking & Social Media Tips 4. 188,000+ Realtors can’t be wrong! Join Canva Made Easy 3. Join Lab Coat Agents Referrals 9.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 8, 2025

Michael Nourmand, president of Beverly Hills-based Nourmand & Associates Realtors , said that while he hasnt had to evacuate, he knows several people whose homes have been destroyed. I’m calling developers asking about vacancies to see if we can figure out some short-term rentals to house people,” he said.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Potential Reasons for Decline: NAR Settlement Distractions: The implementation of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement has created industry-wide distractions, causing agents to focus on adapting to new regulations rather than considering brokerage changes.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2024

That is a lot of land, and it is a significant contributor to the cost of building new housing, said Bob Quinn, CEO of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors (NHAR). There is a real risk we may see reduced growth in economic development in the state, which has many ramifications.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Held live from the National Association of Realtors ‘ (NAR) NXT Conference in Boston, the conversation covers broker leadership tips, the value of designations and certifications, and educational resources for real estate agents. Some courses are online or live and all are about leadership and leadership development.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

As we continue to invest deeply into providing our KW-affiliated brokerages support for the development of their team leaders and operating principals, we are excited to welcome Shanan, who will spearhead those efforts,” KW President and CEO Mark Willis said in a statement.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 9, 2025

The raucous drama surrounding Las Vegas Realtors (LVR) has claimed two board members. The Las Vegas Review-Journal was first to report the developments. George Kypreos, who released a video addressing the situation to members in Las Vegas will assume the role of president in 2025.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 25, 2025

After months of debate, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has made a decision about its contentious Clear Cooperation Policy. NAR noted in the release that the policy was developed after many months of consultation with MLS and association leadership, brokerages, agents, multi-cultural organizations, and industry experts.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 6, 2025

Despite some positive developments in recent years, including data suggesting that baby boomers are more resilient against A.I.-powered Department of Justice Office of International Affairs as well as the International Assistance Group at Justice Canada. According to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) data cited in the brief, U.S.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 9, 2025

Michael Nourmand, president of Beverly Hills-based Nourmand & Associates Realtors , said in an interview Wednesday with HousingWire that safety is the top priority. Those are a couple of strategies that we’ve seen in other developments, she said.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

Name Job Title Company Name Aaron Heidorn Director of Software Engineering & Infrastructure Cloudvirga Aaron Smith Director, Sales CubiCasa Adrian Provost Chief Executive Officer Realty ONE Group Terminus Ana LeBlanc Human Resources Director InterLinc Mortgage Annie Lemon Producing Branch Manager Gold Star Mortgage Financial Anthony Russo Diamond (..)

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Housing Wire

MARCH 17, 2025

However, he recently denied defendant Crye-Leike Real Estate Services claim that it should be covered by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement. The defendant was claiming that it was actually six independent companies and not one firm.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

As a real estate reporter, it was not lost on me that the formal start of my house hunt would coincide almost perfectly with the real estate industry working through the nationwide implementation of the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors ‘ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2024

On Monday, the firm announced that Adam Kaufman will be joining the firm as the senior vice president of the firm’s new development division. In this role, Kaufman will oversee sales and marketing efforts for the company’s new development projects across Florida and North Carolina. Adam brings a wealth of experience to our team.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2025

The board, which is made up of 28 real estate industry leaders , includes professionals from prominent franchises, MLSs and REALTOR associations across North America. ” Jimmy Kelly , CEO of Lone Wolf, shared that the board members’ insights will help the company identify market gaps and develop realistic solutions.

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Appraisal Buzz

MARCH 3, 2025

Panasis will also lead the branchs growth initiatives, including immediately recruiting loan officers and developing relationships with real estate brokerages, homebuilders and financial advisors. Panasis is an active member of the Space Coast Association of Realtors and the Home Builders & Contractors Association.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

On the flip side, we’ve spent billions of dollars over the last decade building and developing — or buying and integrating — software for real estate agents and teams. The conversation closes with Wacksman sharing his thoughts on the National Association of Realtors ‘ Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP).

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Christie’s International Real Estate declined to comment on the development. The lawsuit was originally filed in early January. Though the suit takes aim at NAR’s Participation Rule, it does not name NAR as a defendant.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2025

There is no shortage of hot takes about the National Association of Realtors’ Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP), around which heated debates and bitter feuds have erupted on social media and beyond. Enter the American Real Estate Association , the trade group founded by Compass agent Jason Haber and The Agency founder Mauricio Umansky.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

As a panel of real estate leaders gathered to discuss the future of the MLS at the National Association of Realtors ‘ NXT conference in Boston, Errol Samuelson , Zillow ‘s chief industry development officer, found himself and his company in a bit different standing than usual with the audience of several hundred agents and brokers.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

VestaPlus , a software development firm known for its MLS solutions geared to real estate agents, has entered into a strategic partnership with California -based San Diego MLS. VestaPlus has a solid reputation for excellent software development and service,” Saul Klein, the CEO of SDMLS, said in a statement. “By

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Housing Wire

APRIL 11, 2025

Errol Sameluson, Zillows chief industry development officer, the listing standards come from Zillows desire to preserve transparency and equitable access to data for all consumers. Dwiggins and NextHome have been strong supporters of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP).

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Housing Wire

APRIL 10, 2025

Leo Pareja, the CEO of eXp Realty , has been a vocal supporter of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP), and now, as he put it, he and his firm are putting their money where their mouth is. Most recently Reffkin has been engaged in a battle with Washington State-based Northwest MLS (NWMLS).

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 4, 2024

While the commission lawsuits and the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) settlement occupied notable portions of 2024 for The Real Brokerage , impressive organic growth is the firm’s true highlight of the year.

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Housing Wire

MAY 23, 2024

The collaboration comes on the heels of Sidekick partnerships with the MIAMI Association of Realtors and the San Francisco Association of Realtors earlier in May. “We Lucie counties to leverage Sidekick’s integrated datasets and workflows.

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