In the wake of the Sitzer/Burnett verdict, a new, similar lawsuit — this time on behalf of homebuyers — has been filed in the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division.
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NAR, Keller Williams, HomeServices of America found guilty of conspiring to inflate commissions
The National Association of REALTORS®, Keller Williams and HomeServices of America were found guilty of conspiring to inflate commissions and ordered to pay damages totaling $1.78 billion, a jury in Missouri ruled Tuesday.
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How to sell a home that’s — allegedly — full of ghosts
Four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, original wood flooring … and a pattern of paranormal activity. These are the features agent Heather Bland had to manage when overseeing the sale of Whispers Estate — one of the Midwest’s most haunted homes.
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How to sell a home that’s — allegedly — full of ghosts
Four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, original wood flooring … and a pattern of paranormal activity. These are the features agent Heather Bland had to manage when overseeing the sale of Whispers Estate — one of the Midwest’s most haunted homes.
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Homebuyers from all demographics are waiting for the same thing: lower prices and mortgage rates
Two recent reports from the National Association of REALTORS® examine the challenges faced by today’s homebuyers from both the consumer’s and the Realtor’s perspective.
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Major real estate brands open option for agents to leave NAR
Agents from CENTURY 21, Coldwell Banker, ERA, Sotheby’s International Realty, Corcoran and Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate — and RE/MAX — will all have the option to leave NAR pending new settlements.
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Atlanta’s housing market increases slightly in value
Atlanta’s housing market is currently valued at $717.8 billion, according to a new study by Zilllow. That places the metro at No. 17 in the U.S. — even as Atlanta shows year-over-year value gains.
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NAR President Kenny Parcell resigns amid reports of sexual harassment
Kenny Parcell has resigned as president of the National Association of REALTORS® following a recent bombshell report by the New York Times into allegations of sexual harassment within the organization.
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Nest in your own — luxury — tree
Vertical Horizons Tree House Paradise, which includes four tree houses fixed amongst the scenic Douglas firs, is up for sale.
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Nearly half of homeowners now are considered ‘equity-rich’
Homes where the loan-to-value ratio is 50% or lower — equity-rich homes — are on the rise, which is good news for homeowners.
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