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Northeast Florida MLS and Hernando County Ink Data Share Deal

I love to see it when smart MLSs get together to make it easier for brokers and agents to sell more properties!  The Northeast Florida MLS and Hernando County Association of REALTORS® are the latest to find a way to collaborate to make 20,000 listings available seamlessly now that 5 organizations are contributing data to one data share. These guys are also doing something else smart!  They created a simple video to describe the relationship in simple terms so REALTORS® can take full advantage of the program.  Check it out by clicking on the image below! https://vimeo.com/293605769 This type of [...]

By |2018-10-08T09:31:17-07:00October 8th, 2018|MLS Insights|Comments Off on Northeast Florida MLS and Hernando County Ink Data Share Deal
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Breaking News! NAR hires two heavyweights!

NAR hires two heavyweights to take organization to next level! I recently had the pleasure of working with Victoria Gillespie.  When I saw NAR’s announcement about her become their new Chief Marketing and Communications Officer I was thrilled!   She is the consummate professional and she knows a TON about the effective ways to leverage today’s marketing techniques to help an organization engage with its direct customers and their clients!     I’m confident she is going to bring a ton of fresh thinking about the ways to make the REALTOR® brand stronger, while finding ways to deliver content to consumers that will [...]

By |2018-10-03T08:09:31-07:00October 3rd, 2018|Press Releases|Comments Off on Breaking News! NAR hires two heavyweights!
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My Florida Regional MLS Expands Services to Puerto Rico

There have been a ton of exciting mergers lately including the MLSLI/HGMLS merger, but this one brings a whole new twist!

By |2018-10-01T07:52:05-07:00October 1st, 2018|Broker-Agent Information, Press Releases|Comments Off on My Florida Regional MLS Expands Services to Puerto Rico
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Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) Welcomes Bloomington-Normal Association of Realtors® (BNAR)

This is a big week for merger announcements!  MRED, one of the nation’s largest MLSs located in the Chicagoland area just added their 14th Association and 21st county to their MLS marketing network.  Bloomington-Normal Association of REALTORS(R) has joined their ranks.  I have had the pleasure of working with the MRED team and I can see why Bloomington-Normal chose MRED.  They offer a terrific suite of services supported by strong customer service and training. Its a great of MLS leaders and staff that really cares about the success of their customers.   Congratulations Bloomington-Normal and MRED! One of nation’s largest [...]

By |2018-09-26T08:37:57-07:00September 26th, 2018|Press Releases|Comments Off on Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) Welcomes Bloomington-Normal Association of Realtors® (BNAR)
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MLSLI and Hudson Gateway MLS Merge – Jim Speer Named CEO

I am so excited to share some exciting merger news with you!   MLSLI, the largest MLS in New York State has merged with Hudson Gateway MLS becoming one of the largest MLSs in the country with approximately 40,000 members.

By |2018-09-24T19:51:03-07:00September 25th, 2018|MLS, MLS Insights, Press Releases|1 Comment
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Are You Missing Out On CMLS This Week?

The end of the year is on the horizon and many associations and MLSs have begun to budget and are thinking about what services they should offer their members in 2019 and beyond. Don’t miss out on the WAVes of Change in 2019, be sure to plan accordingly!

By |2018-09-24T08:23:08-07:00September 24th, 2018|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Are You Missing Out On CMLS This Week?
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Park City Board of REALTORS® Announces a new CEO, Jamie Johnson Hoppe

Park City Utah (September 20, 2018)–The Park City Board of REALTORS® is pleased to announce the appointment of Jamie Johnson Hoppe, a seasoned association leader as its new Chief Executive Officer. According to Todd Anderson, chairman of the PCBR CEO Search Committee,  “We’re thrilled to have Jamie coming on board with us. She is a true team builder that is passionate about helping to create a collaborative and productive association designed to meet the needs of brokers. Her work as the Director of Operations for the Greater Nashville Association of REALTORS®, in addition to her extensive not-for-profit work has prepared [...]

By |2018-09-24T18:00:38-07:00September 20th, 2018|Press Releases|2 Comments
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Two of the Largest Independent Brokerages Join Forces

Very exciting news today!    Allen Tate and Howard Hanna have joined forces creating a powerful partnership with the #4 and #1 private, family-owned brokerages in America. Together these giants sold 119,000 properties equaling $24 billion in transactions.   I cannot wait to see what the progressive leadership of both of these companies can do when they combine forces! They both have dominant market positions and highly trusted brands that consumers love!   Charlotte, NC (September 20, 2018) – Today at the Charlotte Convention Center, Pat Riley, President and CEO of the Allen Tate Companies, announced to agents and employees gathered for their convention, Momentum 2018, [...]

By |2018-09-20T15:05:47-07:00September 20th, 2018|Press Releases, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Two of the Largest Independent Brokerages Join Forces
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Nearly 80% of Large Brokers are Expanding and They’re Demanding Standardized Data

If you believe that brokers are not engaged with RESO or data standards, think again. According to the recently published 2018 RESO Broker Survey, nearly 80% of brokers are either considering expansion or are in the midst of expanding into new regions. 

By |2018-09-17T14:37:35-07:00September 10th, 2018|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Nearly 80% of Large Brokers are Expanding and They’re Demanding Standardized Data
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Newscorp Acquires OPCITY $210 Million

While I was sitting in the NAR Innovation conference, news came across the wire that News Corp, operators of Realtor.com and the realestate.au, acquired Austin based OPCITY for $210 Million. On the very same day, it became official that Pacific Union would be acquired by NYC based brokerage COMPASS. Like OPCITY, the trade was reportedly struck for north of $200 Million. Congratulations to Ben Rubenstein and Mark McLaughlin. WOW – Over $400 Million in deals done in a single day.

By |2018-09-02T08:19:50-07:00August 30th, 2018|Press Releases|1 Comment
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RE Technology to Host Broker Public Portal with Homesnap Webinar

Broker Public Portal with Homesnap is delivering remarkable results for agents and brokers across the country, delivering 1 million leads since its inception less than one year ago. This affordable, yet highly effective program is now available in 145 markets serving nearly 900,000 REALTORS today.

By |2018-09-05T09:39:28-07:00August 28th, 2018|Broker Public Portal|Comments Off on RE Technology to Host Broker Public Portal with Homesnap Webinar
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MLS of Choice is in Effect! Now What? A Poll

Effective July 1, 2018, a licensee may subscribe to the MLS of his or her choosing, providing their broker participates in that MLS too. Under this new policy, the MLS must offer no-cost waivers to licensees who currently subscribe to another MLS.

By |2018-08-27T13:36:42-07:00August 27th, 2018|Uncategorized|Comments Off on MLS of Choice is in Effect! Now What? A Poll
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