Hailed as one of the brightest voices of her generation, Mindy Kaling will headline a general session. Register today to experience Mindy in person, along with other game-changing content and the industry’s largest trade expo. Download the New NAR Mobile App Deals close fast so make sure you have valuable real estate industry facts at… The post Exciting News About #NARNXT appeared first on RISMedia......»»

Southeast MLS Alliance has announced its formation as a data-share system with its four founding members being the largest multiple listing services (MLS) in their respective states. These include Canopy MLS, Charleston MLS, Georgia MLS and Realtracs in Tennessee.  “It was time for like-minded MLSs in large markets across the southeast to come together and… The post Four Large Southeastern MLSs Form Alliance appeared first on RISMedia......»»

Three years after acquiring consumer residential portal Homesnap for $250 million, CoStar is now suing the company’s founders, claiming they stole company secrets and poached employees as they attempted to launch what appears to be a rival product. Filed last week in federal court, the suit names Guy Mazur, Thomas Goff, Guy Wolcott and Jeffrey… The post CoStar Sues Former Homesnap Executives for Theft of Secrets and Poaching Employees appeared first on RISMedia......»»

Hailed as one of the brightest voices of her generation, Mindy Kaling will headline a general session. Register today to experience Mindy in person, along with other game-changing content and the industry’s largest trade expo. Download the New NAR Mobile App Deals close fast so make sure you have valuable real estate industry facts at… The post Exciting News About #NARNXT! appeared first on RISMedia......»»

The Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) has released its annual A-List, which honors AREAA members for outstanding production in 2022. These A-List honorees (162 individual real estate agents, 83 teams, and 36 mortgage professionals) generated more $15.4 billion in sales volume from 20,472 transaction sides in 2022. A-List honorees will be recognized at… The post AREAA Shares A-List of Asian-American Agents appeared first on RISMedia......»»

Century 21 has announced that the Charlotte, North Carolina-based DiGioia Realty has joined their brand.  Now doing business as Century 21 DiGioia Realty, the firm is family-owned and operated; broker/owner David DiGioia works alongside his son Anthony and his wife Nancy. The company describes a “hands-on” approach stemming from being a family-owned brokerage.  Even so,… The post Century 21 Expands in North Carolina appeared first on RISMedia......»»

The tumultuous 2022 market saw many of the agents who had flocked to residential real estate during the pandemic boom quickly change their minds and exit the business for a more reliable career path. But there were some who stayed—some who defied the odds and thrived despite the economic turmoil of rising interest rates and… The post October Cover Story: Celebrating New-Agent Superstars appeared first on RISMedia......»»

Above, Bill Keleher Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® has announced that Bill Keleher, founder and chairman of New Jersey Properties, has officially retired effective September 2023. The announcement marks more than five decades of real estate and business leadership for Keleher, and follows his strategic decision to merge New Jersey Properties with HomeServices… The post New Jersey Real Estate Icon Bill Keleher Announces Retirement appeared first on RISMedia......»»

Three years after acquiring consumer residential portal Homesnap for $250 million, CoStar is now suing the company’s founders, claiming they stole company secrets and poached employees as they attempted to launch what appears to be a rival product. Filed last week in federal court, the suit names Guy Mazur, Thomas Goff, Guy Wolcott and Jeffrey… The post CoStar Sues Former Homesnap Executives for Theft of Secrets, Poaching Employees appeared first on RISMedia......»»

A new report from real estate data firm Clever tracks the increase in median single-family home price per square footage in the U.S. The report, pulling on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Realtor.com, notes this upward trend is tied to overall increases in cost of living and… The post New Report Looks at Home-Price Increases Compared to Square Footage appeared first on RISMedia......»»

After over 28 years of service to the real estate industry, Cleveland, Ohio-based MLS Now has announced that its CEO Carl DeMusz will retire from the organization at the end of 2023. Respected as an engaged, thoughtful and strategic industry leader, DeMusz has served in a myriad of leadership positions as a REALTOR®, broker, and… The post MLS Industry Icon Carl DeMusz to Retire at End of 2023 appeared first on RISMedia......»»

In the ongoing billion-dollar fight for dominance between portals, one underdog player—backed by one of real estate’s most powerful companies—has leap-frogged ahead of the pack, emphasizing a new philosophy and focused on a much different experience for both consumers and agents. Homes.com, which was acquired by CoStar in 2020, broke 100 million unique monthly visitors… The post Homes.com Vaults to Second Place in ‘Portal Wars’ appeared first on RISMedia......»»

A new report from real estate data firm Clever tracks the increase in median single-family home price per square footage in the U.S. The report, pulling on data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Realtor.com, notes this upward trend is tied to overall increases in cost of living and… The post New Report Looks at Home Prices Increases Compared to Square Footage appeared first on RISMedia......»»

An unfinished basement, often overlooked and underutilized, holds immense potential to become a functional and inviting space in your home. By employing innovative design ideas, you can transform this neglected area into a valuable addition that enhances your living space and property value. From experience as a Realtor, a finished basement is one of the… The post What to Do With an Unfinished Basement appeared first on RISMedia......»»

ERA Real Estate has announced the affiliation of Prime Real Estate ERA Powered, located in the western suburbs of Indianapolis.   Founded in 2017, the brokerage is led by broker/owner and CEO Eric Wolfe. The sales team’s experience includes multiple types of transactions, including traditional residential and commercial sales, rural properties, farms and luxury lake homes.… The post ERA Expands in Indiana appeared first on RISMedia......»»

RISMedia is excited to announce a new partnership with the Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR), a multiple listing service serving more than 48,000 members in the Greater Houston area, to bring its best-in-class articles and need-to-know info to HAR’s members via RISMedia Premier News service. The Houston Association of REALTORS® will give complimentary access to… The post RISMedia Brings Its Premier Content Service to HAR appeared first on RISMedia......»»

With a verdict that may or may not prove a bellwether for future (and current) lawsuits targeting the industry, a jury last Friday found in favor of Zillow in a high-profile case that was related, but not identical, to class action suits focused on agent commission structure and policy. REX, an upstart discount commission online… The post Jury Rules for Zillow in REX Case That Alleged Conspiracy, False Advertising appeared first on RISMedia......»»

The International MLS Forum: Global Real Estate Standards will host real estate leaders from more than 32 countries at Pullman Montparnasse in Paris, France, December 1–2, 2023, the organization has announced.  Event partners include CEPI, the European Association of Real Estate Professions; local and national real estate associations from across Europe; the Canadian Real Estate… The post Real Estate Standards Organization to Anchor Industry Forum in Paris appeared first on RISMedia......»»

In a surprise message to employees today, Glenn Kelman, founder of portal giant Redfin, announced that his company is seeking to “end our support of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR),” citing both recent sexual harassment scandals and the “all-or-nothing choice” of practicing real estate under the 1.56-million member real estate trade organization’s rules.  According… The post Redfin Resigns NAR Board Seat; Will Require Employees to Cut Ties as Well appeared first on RISMedia......»»

October has rolled in, but 2023 isn’t over yet. That said, if you’re looking for a business pivot, a new season is as good a time as any. Autumn is the season of change and renewal, after all. Here are some ways you can get your business into the Fall spirit, and even win you… The post 4 Ways To Shift Your Real Estate Marketing in Autumn appeared first on RISMedia......»»