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The real estate landscape is shifting dramatically with a new alliance between Compass, Redfin, and Rocket Mortgage. This episode uncovers the emerging "shadow MLS" that could redefine how homes are bought and sold. 

I will explore how this partnership bypasses traditional channels, creating a private ecosystem where control trumps transparency. Discover the controversial tactics at play, such as private listings and rerouted buyer inquiries, designed to maximize profits for a select few. 

I delve into the legal and ethical challenges, including potential fiduciary violations and fair housing concerns. As these private networks grow, they threaten the transparency and fairness that have long governed the industry. Will regulators intervene? Can traditional MLS rules withstand this challenge? Tune in to understand the stakes and prepare for the future of real estate.

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* Gary serves on the South Carolina Real Estate Commission as a Commissioner. The opinions expressed herein are his opinions and are not necessarily the opinions of the SC Real Estate Commission. This podcast is not to be considered legal advice. Please consult an attorney in your area.

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Broker to broker compensation is done in South Carolina. 

But how do you real estate agents navigate through the compensation discussion now?  For some reason, we want to make this very difficult. But it is not.  It does require you to understand and articulate your value.  It is not time and task based, rather it is based on outcomes.  

Listing agents must learn how to educate the sellers about commission negotiations. Buyer agents need to adapt their strategies in this new environment.  This is not anti-buyer agent. It is pro-agent and pro-client. 

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* Gary serves on the South Carolina Real Estate Commission as a Commissioner. The opinions expressed herein are his opinions and are not necessarily the opinions of the SC Real Estate Commission. This podcast is not to be considered legal advice. Please consult an attorney in your area.

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Halleluiah!!!

We celebrate a significant change in the South Carolina real estate landscape with the elimination of broker-to-broker compensation from SCR listing agreements. I highlight the implications of this change for buyer agents, the legal perspectives surrounding fiduciary duties, and the importance of transparency in real estate transactions. 

The conversation also covers the new forms being introduced, best practices for updating listing agreements, and the broader trends in the real estate industry as more states move away from broker-to-broker compensation. 

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In this episode of Dishin' Dirt, I examine the exciting developments in the current state of housing affordability. I highlight the positive trends in interest rates and home prices, the local insights from South Carolina's housing market, and the impact of refinancing on the economy. 

Additionally, I address legislative efforts aimed at improving housing affordability, emphasizing the need for a supply-focused approach to tackle the ongoing challenges in the housing market.

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Discover how to articulate your real estate value in a changing market. As broker-to-broker compensation fades, I will guide you in shifting from task-based to outcome-driven value explanations. Learn why traditional commission models fall short and how to communicate your worth effectively. 

This episode offers practical scripts and mindset shifts to help you thrive and grow in the new era. Tune in to master the art of value explanation and elevate your earning power.

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Rocket Mortgage gets sued for mortgage steering!

Today, I discuss the ethical implications of mortgage steering and RESPA violations in real estate. I will highlight the significant lawsuit against Rocket Mortgage, alleging unethical practices in referral systems that prioritize financial benefits over consumer interests. 

I also delve into the responsibilities of real estate agents to act in the best interest of their clients and the potential legal ramifications of failing to do so. Lastly, I discuss the importance of transparency in referrals and the need for agents to resist pressure from brokerages to prioritize financial incentives.

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This week I continue to look back at the massive real estate news stories of 2025. Last week, I did stories 10 through 6 of the biggest 10 stories of the year. This week we review stories 5 to 1 discussing how each item changed the real estate industry in 2025 and how the change will continue to affect your business in 2026. 

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This week I look back at the massive real estate news stories of 2025. I count down the biggest 10 stories of the year and discuss how each item changed the real estate industry in 2025 and how the change will continue to affect your business in 2026. 

CLICK BELOW TO LISTEN TO OUR BRAND-NEW COMPANION PODCAST ON HOW TO EASILY IMPLEMENT AI INTO YOUR REAL ESTATE PRACTICE.  Learn how to become AI savvy in just 15 minutes a week.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2570988/episodes/18496220

Can also be found on all podcast platforms!

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Today I look at what all of the experts predict for the 2026 real estate market.  What will interest rates do? Will house prices rise and by how much? Will inventory change and become a buyer market? So many questions are fueling the perception of the market.  

Listen to see what you can expect in the market this coming year. 

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Every year I like to look back at the so-called expert predictions for the year's housing market. What did the experts predict for sales, interest rates, inventory and more?  Did the 2025 predictions come true and can we trust that these same experts with getting the predictions for 2026 correct?  

This week I will review and recap the predictions for 2025 and examine what actually happened throughout the year.  

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* Gary serves on the South Carolina Real Estate Commission as a Commissioner. The opinions expressed herein are his opinions and are not necessarily the opinions of the SC Real Estate Commission. This podcast is not to be considered legal advice. Please consult an attorney in your area.