House Prices Up 4.9% In Buoyant January Market, Says ONS  Forbes

The Jason Mitchell Group (JMG) has announced record earnings for 2024. The company, with operations in 42 states, reports finishing last year with approximately 820 agents nationwide (now 1200+) completing 10,277 closings and $5.1 billion in transaction volume. The company reported year-over-year transaction growth of around 23%.  From an earnings perspective JMG reported an 18%…

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Above: Morgan Carey Real Estate Webmasters has introduced an impactful update to its CRM: the “Conversations” metrics. Designed to address a critical gap in call tracking and reporting, Conversations gives team leaders and agents deeper insights into lead engagement and agent performance. By focusing on the interaction rather than just call volume, Conversations aligns with…

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Let’s be real—picking up the phone can feel like stepping onto a battlefield. That little device suddenly weighs a thousand pounds. And the excuses? Endless. “I don’t want to bother people.” “I’ll do it later.” “I’m just not good at it.” Sound familiar? Listen, you’re not alone. Fear of prospecting is one of the biggest…

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Forbes Global Properties and Concierge Auctions, the exclusive auction provider to Forbes Global Properties, have announced a new strategic alliance. The companies say the collaboration will leverage the global presence of both brands to further expand their reach and offer opportunities to high-net-worth buyers and sellers worldwide.  With a presence in 26 countries and over…

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Mortgage application activity was down a bit from last week, but remained at a noteworthy weekly and annual pace.  According to the latest  Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) for the week ending March 21, the Market Composite Index (a measure of mortgage loan application volume) decreased 2.0% from the previous…

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London's property market is broken — this spring statement won't fix it  Evening Standard

After essentially putting off a decision on the Clear Cooperation Policy for several months despite significant pressure, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) yesterday offered what appeared to be its final decision, toeing a narrow line by affirming the controversial MLS rule while creating a new category to allow “flexibility” for keeping listings off consumer-facing…

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Mortgage. Appraisal. Market. Agent. Millage. Acre. Those are the kinds of M and A words normally associated with residential real estate. Not M&A as in Mergers and Acquisitions. But the latter has more and more become industry news lately, in addition to frequent consolidations as well, with smaller firms joining national brands in order to…

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This week let’s talk about optimism—why it’s a game-changer in leadership, performance, and life itself. “Do you think you can, or do you think you can’t? Either way, you’re right.” – Henry Ford To live an extraordinary life, you need a strong psychological foundation—one that can withstand adversity while remaining adaptable to change. I often…

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Ireland Home Price Inflation Hits 8 Year High in Early 2025  The World Property Journal

Northern Ireland Property: Here are a selection of local homes on the market for £100K  MSN

L&G partners with Japanese developer to deliver 1,000 homes across London  Housing Today

Executives mostly applauded NAR's decision to salvage the policy Tuesday, saying the trade group struck the right balance between reform and preservation. But the change didn't satisfy everyone.

Navigating the National Association of Realtors' amended Clear Cooperation Policy could cause a headache. If you don't want to lose your mind — or your listings — follow Coach Darryl Davis' lead.

Segro and Pure DC Announce £1B West London Data Hub  VoIp.Review

Communication isn't just part of the job of a real estate professions; it is the job, coach Darryl Davis writes. Here's how to make sure you're ready for your toughest conversations.

In her latest Women, Wealth and Real Estate profile, Melanie Klein reflects on the career of this New York Realtor and how she set her own seat at the table.

According to the Better Homes and Gardens president, leadership isn’t just about what we accomplish individually. It’s about the way we show up for others, the opportunities we create and the impact we leave behind.

Now that the National Association of Realtors has weighed in with a tweak to the Clear Cooperation Policy, it's your turn to tell us what you think.