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Volly’s new tech tool aims to improve collaboration between lenders, agents

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Williston Financial Group (WFG) announced the release of a new digital tool through subsidiary Volly that aims to enhance collaboration between mortgage loan officers and real estate agents. The new feature, known as Volly Network Connections, is part of the company’s broader marketing suite and offers loan officers real-time notifications about partner real estate listings. […]

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Does Zillow’s policy really restrict Compass’s business?

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While the more attention-grabbing parts of Compass’s complaint in its suit against Zillow included late night calls between Robert Reffkin and “co-conspirator” Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman, and a tense meeting with Zillow executives, the complaint also detailed the business impacts Compass is feeling as a result of Zillow’s policy.  In the complaint, Compass claims that

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Anywhere welcomes Barri Rafferty as chief communications officer

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Anywhere Real Estate has appointed Barri Rafferty as its new chief communications officer and head of public affairs.  In this role Rafferty will lead Anywhere’s public relations, communications, government relations, and events and productions functions. “I’m honored to take on a new challenge at Anywhere as it pursues its mission to provide a superior, end-to-end

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The juiciest details in Compass’s lawsuit against Zillow

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Given the animosity between Compass and Zillow over the portal giant’s listing standards policy, it came as little surprise when the Robert Reffkin-helmed firm filed a lawsuit against Zillow Monday morning.  While the complaint contains many of the anticipated claims, including that Zillow enacted the policy, which bans listings that are publicly marketed for more

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No hacks, just hustle: The truth about real estate success

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I’ve been in this business long enough to know the truth that most agents don’t want to hear: The road to real estate success isn’t paved with hacks or shortcuts. It’s built on consistency, accountability, and the willingness to do what’s hard, especially when you don’t feel like it. So let’s talk about what’s hard,

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Compass sues Zillow over private listings policy

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Compass, the largest real estate brokerage in the country by volume, has sued Zillow over its policy on private listings. Compass filed a lawsuit in New York on Monday, alleging that Zillow is breaking federal antitrust laws by permanently banning any listing that isn’t put on an MLS within a business day of being publicly

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Tech Pulse: Longbridge talks AI senior inclusivity, UWM details lending advancements

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Welcome back to Tech Pulse — a new weekly series rounding up the latest in technology, including tools, integrations and trends that impact mortgage and real estate. Here’s what happened this week: Longbridge’s Bill Packer on crafting AI that’s inclusive of seniors As AI becomes more common in financial services, Bill Packer, the chief operating officer at Longbridge

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Redfin, Thumbtack partner to connect homeowners with improvement pros

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Redfin has launched a new feature in partnership with home services provider Thumbtack to help homeowners find and hire professionals for home improvement and maintenance projects. By claiming their property on Redfin and visiting the Owner Dashboard, homeowners can now access a range of services — including painting, landscaping, cleaning and HVAC maintenance. The feature

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North Carolina real estate office reopens after Hurricane Helene devastation

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Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has reopened its office in Asheville, North Carolina, marking a significant milestone in the region’s recovery from Hurricane Helene. The real estate agency, which was severely damaged in the storm, underwent extensive restoration over the past nine months. Its reopening was commemorated with a ceremony on June 16, where a plaque

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Netflix-featured real estate agent killed in hit-and-run

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A New York real estate agent known for her appearance on Netflix’s “Million Dollar Beach House” was killed in a hit-and-run Thursday afternoon in the Hamptons, according to local reports. Sara Burack, 40, was found unconscious on a Hampton Bays road on Thursday afternoon. Authorities said she was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver

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