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Declining social media views aren’t necessarily a problem, Josh Ries writes. They’re a sign of algorithm evolution, which is a big win for real estate agents.

Declining social media views aren’t necessarily a problem, Josh Ries writes. They’re a sign of algorithm evolution, which is a big win for real estate agents.

Stellar MLS has announced a data share collaboration with BeachesMLS that will expand access and connectivity for real estate professionals across Florida and Puerto Rico. This partnership creates one of the largest cooperative MLS data networks in the nation, providing Realtors® with unparalleled access to listings statewide. Through this collaboration, BeachesMLS Matrix users will gain…

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Opinion - Hot property: London’s housing problem? It’s going to get worse  The Developer

The Real Brokerage Inc., a real estate technology platform, has announced the launch of Real Wallet Capital, an embedded lending solution designed to provide Real agents in the U.S. with fast and flexible access to working capital. Real says Capital leverages the company’s technology to offer dynamic credit tailored to each agent’s unique business performance…

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The tax reform enacted in July 2025 introduces significant implications for independent contractors, particularly Realtors®. While marketed as pro-small business, the legislation reveals deeper structural complexity that reshapes the professional obligations, financial strategy and operational literacy required of today’s real estate agent. Four major areas of change stand out: The Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction,…

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Compass CEO Robert Reffkin has been unafraid to challenge other industry figures. Reffkin has been an outspoken critic of the National Association of Realtors®’ (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy, and Compass is currently engaged in litigation with Zillow over the latter’s new listing rules. Reffkin has previously claimed that Zillow, NAR and MLSs “exploit” agents in…

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Police seize properties worth £130m linked to Cambodian scam network  The Times

London Home of Late Fleetwood Mac Star Christine McVie Sells For Nearly £7 Million  Mansion Global

As the government shutdown reaches day 14, the future remains uncertain. Although the Senate is set to reconvene today to vote on a Republican short-term spending measure, the fact that this is the eighth vote on the matter with little movement on stances from lawmakers has left much to be desired in terms of a…

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Celebrating 25 years of success, HomeSmart unveiled a new brand identity today complete with a new logo and messaging for the brand from the stage at its annual premier agent event, Ignite: Growth Summit 2025—back where it all began a quarter of a century ago in Scottsdale, Arizona, in front of agents, brokers and franchise…

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How can a boutique brokerage avoid being eclipsed by an industry behemoth? Dezireh Eyn suggests leaning into transparency as a differentiator.

HVS Europe Hotel Transactions Bulletin Week Ending 10 October 2025  Hotel News Resource

Mick Jagger’s former London home has sold for $7.3M  New York Post

Maya Jama backs London estate agent's launch of new connections app for creatives  Yahoo

Limehome Now Launches First UK Property in London’s Streatham High Rd, Expanding Tech-Enabled Apartments Across the Country  Travel And Tour World

Homes.com, a CoStar Group online residential marketplace, has announced the launch of Smart Search, a new home-search experience that brings artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language capabilities into the home-finding journey.  The company says Smart Search is a new way for consumers to search the way they speak and find homes that match their lifestyle.…

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Centurion Corp acquires London site for £41 million to develop student housing  The Business Times

The London address: Why the world’s wealthiest still want to live in the capital  Luxury London

Trial begins in Austria over collapse of billionaire property tycoon’s empire [VIDEO]  TVP World