Ed  Watts

Ed Watts

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License #: 13376

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Brokers are beginning to see bright side of post-settlement landscape

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-01-21 05:00
Industry changes stemming from the National Association of Realtors' antitrust settlement have made listing appointments easier, among other perks, real estate leaders told Inman.

What’s next under President-elect Trump’s 2nd term? The economy

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-01-21 05:00
Inflation and sticky mortgage rates undercut the housing market in 2024. President Trump has vowed to force both metrics down — but conflicting economic policies may make that goal difficult.

Inman unveils class of 2025 Power Players, New York Power Brokers and MLS Reinvented award winners

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-01-21 05:00
The 2025 Power Players award celebrates 143 industry leaders whose power and influence are shaping the future of real estate. This marks the start of a year dedicated to honoring the very best of our community.

Take the Inman Intel Index survey for January

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-01-21 05:00
Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors report on what they're seeing in their corner of the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey.

Eliminating ‘Days on Market’ will hurt clients — and your commission

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-01-21 05:00
With some calling for the removal of "Days on Market" data on listings, broker Cara Ameer warns that consumers need context, insight and advice — and concealing the information is a disservice.

Trending: Seeing Red (Book) and getting flashy on Bluesky

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-01-21 04:04
Real estate agents, stay ahead of the TikTok ban with expert advice from Jessi Healey. Explore alternatives like Xiaohongshu and Bluesky's Flashes and learn how tools like YouTube Shorts can help you adapt and grow your marketing strategy.

25 ways to thrive during real estate conference season

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Tue, 2025-01-21 04:03
Let frequent conference attendee, speaker and organizer Nikki Beauchamp share key strategies that help her not just survive but thrive during this busy period.

A Seamless Experience From Transaction to Close

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Mon, 2025-01-20 15:53

Above, Carol Perry Providing consumers a cohesive experience from contract to close–and beyond–is the name of the game for HomeSmart International Founder and CEO Matt Widdows, who recruited friend, business partner and confidant Carol Perry to be part of his team as he launched the company nationally. With nearly 20 years of experience in the…

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Wisconsin Team Leader Thrives on Challenges

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Mon, 2025-01-20 15:03

Wisconsin native Tony Wendorf always planned to be a doctor. In 2009, he earned a PhD in forensic psychology and went to work qualifying executive talent for industrial organizations. He loved the work, and still does, setting aside part of every work week to continue in his first career. But in 2017, a friend in…

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Team Tactics: Creating Processes to Streamline Your Team

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Mon, 2025-01-20 14:05

Sometimes the best way to structure your team’s day doesn’t spring immediately to mind—a “workflow,” or a planned series of activities that help your team members’ complete a task, is needed. Your team members may need a way to organize their thoughts and tasks in order to maximize efficiency for both themselves and their clients’…

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Court Report: eXp and Weichert Settlements Under Review; MLS PIN Reveals DOJ Rejection

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Mon, 2025-01-20 14:00

The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. eXp and Weichert settlements under review eXp and Weichert’s attempts to reach a conclusion in the commission lawsuit Gibson v. NAR have hit another road block. Both brokerages have faced accusations of partaking in a…

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Remodeling Market Sentiment Improves in the Fourth Quarter of 2024

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Mon, 2025-01-20 13:30

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has announced the release of its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the fourth quarter, which posted a reading of 68, up five points compared to the previous quarter. The NAHB/Westlake Royal RMI survey asks remodelers to rate five components of the remodeling market as “good,” “fair”…

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