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Jason Mitchell Group adds LitFinancial to referral network

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The Jason Mitchell Group (JMG) said it has added mortgage brokerage LitFinancial to its network of business-to-business partners. LitFinancial was founded in 2024 and has closed more than $1 billion in client volume since launching — providing mortgage services and working with homebuyers nationwide. “JMG is proud to partner with LitFinancial, who provide a world-class […]

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Why real estate agent confidence is a leading indicator for 2026

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The housing market continues to test patience: inventory remains constrained in many regions, buyer and seller activity is starting to normalize and interest rates still shape consumer hesitation (but that may be changing!) By conventional measures, momentum feels limited. Yet beneath those conditions, a different signal is emerging; one that may prove more predictive than

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AI adoption accelerating across real estate marketing

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In 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) shifted to routine use across the real estate marketing industry, according to a new industry report from Rechat analyzing brokerage surveys and platform performance data. . Brokerages increasingly consolidated listings, customer relationship management (CRM) systems and marketing tools into unified platforms — with industry leaders citing integration as a key

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MetroList broadens California MLS footprint

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MetroList— northern California’s largest multiple listing service (MLS) — has added the Madera County Association of Realtors to its platform. With the addition of the Madera County Association, MetroList now serves 15 counties in central and northern California and supports listing data sharing across 29 counties. The move broadens market visibility for member listings and

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New Venture Escrow expands into Los Angeles

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New Venture Escrow has opened a new office in Los Angeles, expanding its operations into one of the nation’s largest real estate markets. The independent escrow company said the new location will be staffed by escrow officers Marcine Kline and Carmen Alvarado — two longtime professionals in the Los Angeles area. The duo brings decades

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WFG National Title Insurance introduces financial planning tool for homebuyers, sellers

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WFG National Title Insurance Company has developed a new financial planning and scenario analysis tool that is available to its real estate agent clients. The tool, called — WFG Key — is designed to help agents walk homebuyers and sellers through common financial questions related to affordability, pricing, proceeds and long-term costs. Financial data is

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Real estate public speaking help offered in new platform founded by real estate team leader

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A new professional development program aimed at preparing experienced real estate professionals for public speaking roles has begun a soft launch. The Industry Speaks Academy was created to help real estate professionals develop skills needed to participate effectively on conference stages, panel discussions, podcasts like RealTrending and other industry platforms. The program focuses on readiness

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Dermot Buffini steps down as CEO of Buffini & Company

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After 13 years at the helm, Dermot Buffini is stepping down as CEO of Buffini & Company, according to an announcement on Monday.  In his stead, company founder Brian Buffini will assume the role of chairman and CEO  Dermot Buffini became CEO in 2013. Under his leadership the company has grown globally, reaching real estate

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Why most buyers hire the first agent they talk to

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Zillow’s 2025 Consumer Housing Trends Report for Agents shows that more than one-third (36%) of home sellers now find their agents online, a sharp increase from just 15% in 2018. Among buyers, 33% said online research played a significant role in selecting an agent. At the same time, repeat buyers now account for a majority

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REMAX accelerates real estate innovation with AI and technology

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REMAX is accelerating the integration of AI and cutting-edge technology to transform how agents engage with clients, generate leads, and deliver results. Initiatives like Max AI, MaxRefer, MaxEngage, and HomeView leverage real-time data, personalized marketing, and AI-driven tools to streamline the homeownership experience and empower its agents. Leading this innovation is Travis Saxton, EVP of

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