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Broker Insights
New WAV Group study highlights significant brokerage interest in centralized information centers.
Over 70% of brokerages offer at least 4 technologies and 45% offer 7 or more technologies. 7 or more log-ins on seven different websites make it nearly impossible for an agent to remember where to find all of the tools. Without a centralized view and nothing getting pushed to agents regularly to remind them to attend training, try a new product or learn a new feature, brokerage technologies are under utilized.
Lower acquires Movoto: Chris Heller shares his take on the future of real estate and mortgage convergence
It’s another domino in a bigger shift: mortgage banks are moving upstream, acquiring direct access to consumer demand, and merging search with finance under one roof.
Why brokerages need a “Door #3” strategy: Creating impact through customer-for-life homeownership support
The path to impact is for brokerages that are willing to change their mindset – from transactions to relationships, from commission to contribution.
MLS and Association Best Practices
How ARDI Is Enabling 24/7 Member Support for Greater Rochester Association of REALTORS
For decades, REALTORS® have relied on traditional 9-to-5 office support from their associations. But the modern real estate professional no longer works on a banker’s schedule. They need answers fast, whenever and wherever their business takes them. That’s why the Greater Rochester Association of REALTORS® (GRAR) turned to artificial intelligence.
Why are CEOs still asking permission to buy toilet paper?
Nearly 40% of associations require a second board approval for expenses that have already been approved in the budget. In small and mid-sized organizations, this extra layer of scrutiny can stall initiatives for weeks or even months. In one case, a copier contract cost the association 8% more because it took four months to get final approval. That’s not sound oversight – that’s expensive inefficiency.
Brokers Need to Manage Listing Add/Edit and MLSs need to Support That
By partnering with brokers and leveraging advanced technologies, MLSs can redefine their roles, enhance service offerings, and remain integral to the real estate industry.
Real Estate Technology Trends
How ARDI Is Enabling 24/7 Member Support for Greater Rochester Association of REALTORS
For decades, REALTORS® have relied on traditional 9-to-5 office support from their associations. But the modern real estate professional no longer works on a banker’s schedule. They need answers fast, whenever and wherever their business takes them. That’s why the Greater Rochester Association of REALTORS® (GRAR) turned to artificial intelligence.
New WAV Group study highlights significant brokerage interest in centralized information centers.
Over 70% of brokerages offer at least 4 technologies and 45% offer 7 or more technologies. 7 or more log-ins on seven different websites make it nearly impossible for an agent to remember where to find all of the tools. Without a centralized view and nothing getting pushed to agents regularly to remind them to attend training, try a new product or learn a new feature, brokerage technologies are under utilized.
How do you get potential sellers to move off the fence?
Americans are sitting on a record $17 trillion in home equity in the US. According to Cotality, the average homeowner has over $300,000 in wealth locked up in their homes. What if real [...]
Strategic Planning and Research
Unlock the power of virtual office websites for brokers and MLSs
The importance of VOWs is only increasing. A VOW is not just another website. It’s a powerful brokerage platform that allows firms to offer comprehensive online services.
Brokerage Commission Analysis Case Study: A path to stronger profitability with WAV Group Commission Revenue Optimization
In an environment where margins are tight and top producers have options, having a clear, fair, and competitive compensation model can make all the difference.
Unlocking the Future of Real Estate: The Evolution of Improve-to-Sell
As the Improve-to-Sell market continues to grow, this white paper provides actionable insights for real estate professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve.