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Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The Next Chapter is about to begin. Be part of it. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders Jan. 22-24, 2025. Real estate software company Lessen has released a new solution targeting friction points in the facility management space, Inman learned in a Dec. 3 press release. Called Digital FM+, the multi-faceted approach “is an advanced technology solution that transforms corporate real estate and facility portfolios from a…

One week after it was granted final approval, the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement is facing more challenges. On Monday, settlement objector and University of Buffalo law professor Tanya Monestier filed a motion to intervene in the Sitzer/Burnett suit. And Monty March, the lead plaintiff in a now-dismissed copycat suit in New York, filed an appeal of Judge Stephen R. Bough’s ruling with the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. These actions come on the heels of an appeal filed Nov. 27 by the Burton lawsuit plaintiffs, who also objected to the final approval of NAR’s settlement. In…

First Multiple Listing Service, Georgia’s largest MLS, has partnered with the maker of a voice-enabled home search platform to offer rapid, accurate assistance for everyday business tasks. Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The Next Chapter is about to begin. Be part of it. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders Jan. 22-24, 2025. First Multiple Listing Service, Georgia’s largest MLS, has partnered with Lundy, the maker of a voice-enabled property search engine, to…

While much has been said about the so-called “Department of Government Efficiency” to be led by billionaire Elon Musk and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, much of the focus has been levied at programs the new entity will aim to cut. But programs under the purview of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) have expenditure levels that conservatives “should love.” This is according to Brian Montgomery, a former deputy HUD secretary and FHA commissioner, in a new op-ed published by The Wall Street Journal. “HUD supports homeownership through the [FHA] and…

The company is reshuffling its product line in a bid to distinguish between tools that can assist with research on listings and larger-scale efforts that depend on Land id’s mapping technology. Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The Next Chapter is about to begin. Be part of it. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders Jan. 22-24, 2025. Real estate marketing services company Land id is shuffling its product offerings to more clearly define…

Influential advocacy group AARP has highlighted several of its current lobbying priorities, which include a focus on making it easier for retirees to age in place in their current homes across various states. In Indiana, for instance, aging in place is a central pillar of a recently published advocacy update. The post said that “improving access to home- and community-based services, such as transportation and adult day services” ranks highly on the organization’s advocacy priorities in the Hoosier State. “A nearly $1 billion forecasting error last year led to a Medicaid crisis in the state, including lengthy waits for home-…

Pretium Partners, a New York City-headquartered investment firm, announced Tuesday that its adding a new senior managing director to lead its business optimization efforts. Sebastiano “Sid” Visentini will join Pretium following a 16-year career at New York City-based Morgan Stanley. Visentini recently served as the investment bank’s head of firm strategy for execution and innovation. Visentini will lead Pretium Partners’ efforts to improve operational efficiency and strategic integration initiatives. He will also join the firm’s executive committee. In a statement, Pretium co-president Jonathan Pruzan highlighted Visentini’s experience as a valuable addition to the firm. “Given the acceleration of our business…

Often called a slice of paradise, Hawaii is home to sandy shores and crystal clear waters, making it an ideal vacation destination. But many who visit find it impossible to leave. “The beaches are phenomenal, and people are always in the sunshine,” says Megan J. MacArthur, broker associate at Aloha Sotheby’s International Realty. “There’s a definite sense of vitality here — that’s the main magnetism of the place.” Located around 2,400 miles away from the U.S. mainland, life in Hawaii thrives on community. “Everybody knows who you are, and we all work together,” says MacArthur. Born and raised in Hawaii,…

While there has been something of a “yo-yo” of gains and losses in the reverse mortgage industry’s performance metrics for the past several months, some mixed signals on the horizon — such as higher interest rates that could depress origination volumes along with the potential implementation of HMBS 2.0 — leave 2024 winding down in an active way for the business. Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) endorsements increased by 0.7% from October to November, with 2,408 loans endorsed last month, according to data compiled by Reverse Market Insight (RMI). Meanwhile, HECM-backed Securities (HMBS) issuance decreased by $15 million during the…

Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The Next Chapter is about to begin. Be part of it. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders Jan. 22-24, 2025. As we prepare to enter the new year, now is the time to give your real estate brand a powerful refresh. Brand health directly impacts your ability to connect with clients, adapt to industry shifts and secure your place as a trusted market leader. Think of this checklist as your “branding…