Stone Point – CoreLogic Acquires Closing Corp
Closing Corp built a center of excellence around helping consumers understand the closing costs of a transaction. Today, Closing Corp’s software is used by the majority of the nation’s top 25 lenders.
Ohio’s MLS Now Leads all MLSs in Dumping Coming Soon Status
With the passing of the Clear Cooperation Policy, many MLSs around the nation created a new status called ‘Coming Soon’. Included is the press release from MLS Now detailing the unanimous approval of the board to end the policy.
Broker Resource Network Launches Powerfully with Attractive Opportunity for Firm Owners
The Broker Resource Network (“BRN”) issued their first press release today. Since January, the network has been forming through the efforts of one broker calling another, then another, and so on. In a short number of months, the group took shape and through accounting, these firms combine to represent the fourth largest group of brokers in real estate.
Leading Real Estate Companies of the World Names Michael Pappas Chairman of the Board
Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE) announced today that Michael Pappas of The Keyes Family of Companies has been elected to a two-year term as chairman of the board of directors. The board provides strategic guidance for LeadingRE®, a global network of 550 market-leading real estate firms in 70 countries.
Lone Wolf’s Executive Team Takes Shape
In a release today, Lone Wolf has provided structure to their leadership offerings by organizing their outward facing executives by customer audience. “Our technology has always been built for real estate professionals, by real estate professionals,” said Jimmy Kelly, CEO and president of Lone Wolf.
OneKey® MLS adds Three Data and Technology Experts to its Board of Managers to help keep REALTORS® relevant and profitable
Gone are the days when decisions can be made over months and even years. To compete effectively against the smart capital entering real estate, MLSs need to learn how to think and act like a technology company. They need to make well-informed decisions quickly with the help of technology innovators that know what it takes to deliver technology that REALTORS® value.
Marilyn Wilson Joins Board of Trustees for National Small Business Association
Marilyn Wilson, Managing Partner of WAV Group, Inc, is re-joining the Board of Trustees for the National Small Business Association (NSBA),the nation’s oldest small business advocacy organization. Marilyn will also serve as NSBA’s Chair of the Economic Development Committee.
MLS Grid continues expansion, goes live with Austin Board of REALTORS®
MLS Grid now powers data to 18,171 websites and supports 665 vendors that work with 181 multiple listing services across the state.
Fathom Holdings Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Technology Platform LiveBy
Yet another tech roll-up for one of the leading brokerages building out their value as a technology solutions provider. LiveBy currently provides local content automation for websites and social media for tons of big brands like Ebby, Alain Pinel, Hunt Real Estate and many others.
Texas REALTORS® Signs Five-Year Contract Renewal with MMSI
Congratulations to Travis Wright, Kinski Moss and the rest of the Texas REALTORS® team for continuing to partner with MMSI to effect positive legislative changes in their state. By creating an efficient method for managing political advocacy and contributions, the staff can focus more on the critical grass roots efforts needed today to ensure that REALTORS® protect the best interest of homeowners.
Howard Hanna Holds onto Top Spot – Named #1 Privately-Owned Real Estate Company in the Nation
Howard Hanna continues to out-perform year after year. All of us at WAV Group ask you to join us in celebrating the great accomplishments of this family-owned business. In the face of stiff competition from publicly held companies, this excellent company continues to thrive by staying profoundly focused on the relationship between customers and agents.
Bright MLS harnesses MLS data to deliver breakthrough new Home Demand Index
Bright MLS created the idea of building a unique method for measuring current and future home demand by examining property search, MLS activity and showing appointment velocity to provide a look at present and future market demand. They partnered with T3 Sixty to build a Home Demand Index.