LISTEN: We’re joined by Todd Duitsman with Keller Williams North Sound in Marysville, Washington. His path from the construction industry to real estate, and how he was forced into the business due to the economic downturn. Then shares his extraordinary life-changing event and how it gave him a new perspective on life, and business, especially adjusting and shifting his mindset to success.  ..read more

A panel of judges declines to 'centralize' commission lawsuits for now. Meanwhile, west coast tech hubs see home values skyrocket in the spring market. Also, Opendoor will refund home sellers $62M under the FTC settlement. And finally, Single-family home sales to investors hit an all-time high ..read more

LISTEN: We’re joined by Jennifer Moretty with Keller Williams Greater 360 in Poulsbo, Washington. She shares her journey from being a military spouse to becoming a successful real estate agent. She emphasizes the importance of building relationships and providing value to her clients, particularly those in the military community. Jennifer's expertise in military moves and understanding of the unique challenges faced by military clients sets her apart in the industry. She also discusses the success of her client events, such as Thanksgiving Pie Giveways and hosting Christmas pictures with Santa ..read more

Appeals court to allow DOJ to reopen its investigation into NAR ruled three-judge panel for the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in D.C. Meanwhile, the plaintiffs are asking the judge to order HomeServices to pay $4.7 billion in damages for the Sitzer/Burnett Commission lawsuit. And finally, according to NAR, Millennials replaced baby boomers as the largest group of homebuyers in 2023 ..read more

LISTEN: We’re joined by Rick and Teri Brenkus with Keller Williams The Marketplace in Las Vegas, Nevada. They share their journey in real estate, starting from their early experiences to building a successful team. They discuss the importance of focusing on for sale by owners (FSBOs) and navigating market shifts. Teri shares how their contribution to the MREA book changed their lives forever. The Brenkus team emphasizes the benefits of a listing-heavy business, mastering one thing, and shares their strategies for generating listing leads. Above all, they share the importance of paying it forwa ..read more

Equity surge boosts homeowner net worth, with U.S. homeowners holding a significant amount in home equity in 2023, how much? Tune in. Meanwhile, The Council of Multiple Listing Services united with Northwest MLS on Wednesday to pen amicus briefs exposing alleged flaws in the DOJ's statement of interest in the Nosalek case. Finally, after pandemic-era lull, senior housing sector appears poised for a rebound ..read more

LISTEN: We’re joined by Kim Randolph-Meaney with Keller Williams Columbia Basin in Ephrata, Washington. Kim shares her journey from law enforcement to owning a bookstore before transitioning to real estate. She discusses the challenges and opportunities of working in a rural market and the importance of choosing clients wisely. Emphasizes the value of being brutally honest with clients and the benefits of working with a partner who complements her strengths. Then, highlights the advantages of being part of Keller Williams Realty and the use of Command for her business ..read more

Today, we cover the brokerages not covered in the NAR settlement. Additionally, Compass settled the commission lawsuits for $57.5 million, and existing home sales in the US surged in February ..read more

LISTEN: We’re joined by Bob Lucido with Keller Williams Lucido Agency in Ellicott City, Maryland. With 47 years of experience, he shares his journey getting his start in real estate, the challenges he faced during the Great Recession, and pivoting from working with builders to resale clients. Bob discusses his strategies for building and scaling a successful team as well as his expansion business. Overall, Bob's story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and continuous learning in the real estate industry ..read more

NAR has agreed to pay $418 million in damages to settle the real estate commission lawsuits. We go over the implications and what it means for the real estate industry. And good news, FHA raised lending limits for the Manufactured Home Loan Program ..read more