Broker Invite: What is the value of buyers under contract?
Historically, listing agreements held more weight in the value to the brokerage than a buyer contract. Is that changing?
Webinar Week In November!
WAV Group and RE Technology are getting you ready for the end of the year with back-to-back-to-back webinars in November.
WAV Group Workshop: Getting Proactive to Avoid even More Litigation and DOJ Scrutiny
On Friday, September 20, 2024, Marilyn Wilson of WAV Group summarized the topics she believes the industry needs to proactively address before another round of litigation or regulatory push forces the industry to address them. Using a plethora of WAV Group research studies, Wilson provided balanced data on many topics. She said “I’m not here to provide you answers, but to provide you with comprehensive insights on each of these topics so you can have well-informed discussions in each of your local markets.”
Victor Lund to Speak at International MLS Forum October 8th, Milan Italy
The conversation will highlight the critical need for industry-wide collaboration on practices, ensuring the continued value, security, and fairness of listing data usage.
RISMedia’s CEO and Leadership Exchange on Sept. 4-6 in Washington, D.C.
September will be the first month with an industry conference to be held after the offer of compensation is removed from the MLS systems nationwide.
Acquiring More Profit: The Definitive Online Course for Successful Brokerage Acquisitions
Unlock the secrets of successful real estate brokerage M&A with our comprehensive online course, "Acquiring More Profit." Based on the acclaimed book by George Slusser and Victor Lund, this course delivers the same valuable content originally presented in our popular nine-part webinar series, now available for you to learn at your own pace.
CRMLS Adapts to Anti-Trust Settlement With Action Plan
Art Carter, CEO of the California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS), sheds light on the organization's proactive approach towards addressing the ramifications of anti-trust complaints within the real estate industry.
WAV Group Releases 2024 Brokerage Technology Roadmap (4-part series)
As the real estate industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, brokerages face the challenge of staying competitive in a landscape dominated by well-funded search portals and technology-driven firms. To help navigate this complex terrain, the WAV Group is releasing its 2024 Brokerage Technology Roadmap, offering invaluable insights for brokerages and their technology partners. In the inaugural report of this four-part series, we delve into the crucial realm of website technology – a cornerstone of modern real estate operations. Here, we identify four essential components that are instrumental in equipping brokerages to thrive amidst fierce competition:
Why is a non-REALTOR MLS subscription something that needs to be examined?
In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, recent legal battles and settlements have shed light on the significance of examining non-REALTOR MLS subscriptions. We discussed this topic recently in our webinar 350,000 agents don’t have to be REALTORS® anymore - Is your MLS ready? While much is still undetermined from the recent settlement, there is a key takeaway – a notable shift in the landscape concerning NAR (National Association of Realtors) membership requirements. Specifically, recent settlements, including one with Keller Williams, have highlighted that brokerages representing a staggering 550,000 agents are either unable or unwilling to mandate NAR membership or the associated three-way agreement.
WAV Group’s Victor Lund, Marilyn Wilson and Bondilyn Jolly Named RISMedia 2024 Real Estate Newsmakers
The designation places Lund, Wilson and Jolly among a select group of key influencers acknowledged for their newsworthy endeavors that positively impact consumers and communities.
Invitation to Acquiring More Profit: A 9-Part Webinar Series
Don’t miss this comprehensive look at successful real estate brokerage M&A. WAV Group colleagues George Slusser and Victor Lund will be covering each chapter of their new book Acquiring More Profit: The Definitive Guide to Successful Real Estate Brokerage Mergers & Acquisitions, during the 9-part webinar series. Acquiring More Profit is a collection of the best practices and invaluable insights George and Victor have garnered over decades of M&A work and thousands of brokerage acquisitions. George Slusser, renowned as the foremost expert in real estate M&A today, has completed more successful transactions in this space than anyone else. As the Head of the M&A division at WAV Group, he continues to assist brokerages in finding profitable growth opportunities.
The Shifting Dynamics of Buyer-Agent Relationships in Real Estate
In the ever-evolving realm of real estate, the age-old question of whether to hire a buyer's agent is gaining renewed prominence, fueled by recent lawsuits that seek to shift compensation structures. As aspiring homeowners embark on their journey to property ownership, the necessity of engaging an agent is coming under increased scrutiny. Our latest research report, titled "How buyers feel about working with agents" delves into the services homebuyers value most and the imperative for agents to articulate the value they bring to the table in today's dynamic market.