Knowledge Brokers Podcast

Logan Mohtashami, lead analyst for HousingWire, joins Byron Lazine, Lisa Chinatti, and Tom Toole to discuss doom porn on X, when home sales will peak, mortgage companies buying brokerages (e.g., Rocket buying Reffkin), this week’s NAR news—CCP and staffing changes—Pulte’s actions as HUD Director, and how to win with data as a real estate agent. 🔑 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐀𝐌𝐱: https://www.skool.com/bamx👉 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐤 is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. It’s everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available → https://www.mosaik.io/ 🔔 Subscribe to Knowledge Brokers Podcast today: https://www.youtube.com/@knowledgebrokerspodcast?sub_confirmation=1🔗 Resources:Bill Pulte / FHFA moves (What happens to mortgage rates if Fannie and Freddie conservatorship ends?)https://www.housingwire.com/articles/fhfa-ending-special-purpose-credit-programs-spcp-mortgage-mba-chla/ https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-03-25/fhfa-chief-ends-program-designed-to-help-first-time-homebuyers NAR Eliminates 61 Positions in ‘Organizational Revamp’: https://nowbam.com/nar-restructures-61-positions-impacted-in-organizational-revamp/ CCP / NAR's New MLS Policy:https://nowbam.com/nar-keeps-ccp-while-adding-on-a-new-mls-policy/ https://www.housingwire.com/articles/nothing-burger-smart-move-industry-reacts-to-nars-ccp-changes/ Rocket/Redfin:https://www.housingwire.com/articles/nothing-burger-smart-move-industry-reacts-to-nars-ccp-changes/ Pending Home Sales:https://www.nar.realtor/newsroom/pending-home-sales-advanced-2-0-in-february ⏰ Timestamps coming soon!———✅ Stay Connected With Us — 👉 Connect with Byron Lazine: https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine 👉 Connect with Tom Toole: https://www.instagram.com/tomtoole3rd/ 👉 Connect with Lisa Chinatti: https://www.instagram.com/lisachinatti/ 👉 Connect with Logan Mohtashami: https://www.instagram.com/logan_mohtashami/ ———BAM delivers real estate news, education, and entertainment with nonstop original content from an unmatchable line-up of industry personalities and top producers. 🔔 Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka 📩 Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate 🧐 Check out BAM: https://nowbam.com/ ———🤝 BAM PARTNERS𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚: Tired of spending your hard earned money on marketing you know never makes it past the trash can or spam filter? Imagine getting texts and calls thanking you for your marketing. That’s what we do for you → https://remindermedia.com/bamsample/𝐙𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞: Say hello to Zillow Showcase. Highlight your best to sellers and outshine competitors with its design to not exceed 10% of listings in your market. https://bit.ly/4dpdxtA 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨: Instantly connect your leads and clients with a menu of cash offers and selling solutions. Use code BAM for 15% off at zoodealio.com (Or join BAMx and get access for free! → https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)𝐕𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝟕: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY → https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐕𝐀 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant → https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE → https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/ ———#housingmarket #NAR #realestateagents

Greg Schwartz, founder and CEO of Tomo, joins Byron Lazine, Lisa Chinatti and Tom Toole to discuss Bill Pulte’s changes to Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac, rumors of their upcoming privatization, and the possible repercussions.They also covered the latest on Clear Cooperation, including an IG post by Robert Reffkin, as well as spring market mortgage rate predictions. 🔑 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐀𝐌𝐱: https://www.skool.com/bamx👉 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐤 is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. It’s everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available → https://www.mosaik.io/ 🔔 Subscribe to Knowledge Brokers Podcast today: https://www.youtube.com/@knowledgebrokerspodcast?sub_confirmation=1🔗 Resources:https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/tomonetworks Will Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac Be Privatized?https://www.housingwire.com/articles/top-execs-at-freddie-mac-fhfa-fired-report/ https://www.cnbc.com/2025/02/12/heres-what-privatization-of-fannie-mae-freddie-mac-may-mean-for-your-mortgage.htmlhttps://nowbam.com/bill-pulte-just-made-major-board-changes-at-fannie-mae-and-freddie-mac/Robert Reffkin on CCP:https://www.instagram.com/p/DHZrQx0vU57/?igsh=MTYxaDVjdW96bWVsaw%3D%3Dhttps://notoriousrob.substack.com/p/compass-sends-letters-to-mlss ⏰ Timestamps coming soon!———✅ Stay Connected With Us — 👉 Connect with Byron Lazine: https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine 👉 Connect with Tom Toole: https://www.instagram.com/tomtoole3rd/ 👉 Connect with Lisa Chinatti: https://www.instagram.com/lisachinatti/ 👉 Connect with Greg Schwartz: https://www.instagram.com/wearetomo/ ???———BAM delivers real estate news, education, and entertainment with nonstop original content from an unmatchable line-up of industry personalities and top producers. 🔔 Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka 📩 Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate 🧐 Check out BAM: https://nowbam.com/ ———🤝 BAM PARTNERS𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚: Tired of spending your hard earned money on marketing you know never makes it past the trash can or spam filter? Imagine getting texts and calls thanking you for your marketing. That’s what we do for you → https://remindermedia.com/bamsample/𝐙𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞: Say hello to Zillow Showcase. Highlight your best to sellers and outshine competitors with its design to not exceed 10% of listings in your market. https://bit.ly/4dpdxtA 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨: Instantly connect your leads and clients with a menu of cash offers and selling solutions. Use code BAM for 15% off at zoodealio.com (Or join BAMx and get access for free! → https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)𝐕𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝟕: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY → https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐕𝐀 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant → https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE → https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/ ———#pulte #clearcooperation #springmarket

Andrew Undem joins Byron Lazine and Tom Toole to discuss Rocket Companies’ acquisition of Redfin, Sharran Srivatsaa’s big move at Real, and this week’s buzz over rumors that Compass is “in talks” to acquire Warren Buffett’s HomeServices of America.🔑 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐀𝐌𝐱: https://www.skool.com/bamx👉 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐤 is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. It’s everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available → https://www.mosaik.io/ 🔔 Subscribe to Knowledge Brokers Podcast today: https://www.youtube.com/@knowledgebrokerspodcast?sub_confirmation=1🔗 Resources:https://nowbam.com/rocket-companies-to-acquire-redfin-in-1-75-billion-deal/ https://nowbam.com/sharran-srivatsaa-steps-down-as-real-president-transitioning-to-board/ https://nowbam.com/compass-in-talks-to-acquire-warren-buffetts-homeservices-of-america/https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHG2ceovkK0/?igsh=Ym44ZmxzenZjYXB6https://www.instagram.com/p/DHJu_qhvXkJ/⏰ Timestamps coming soon!00:00–03:38 Intro01:45 Quick overview of today’s news03:38 Rocket Companies to acquire Redfin in $1.75B deal06:10 Redfin CEO’s “Plan B” (last August) 11:47 “History shows us what happens with these companies.” (discounted real estate services)18:25 Lance Lambert Tweet: Zillow’s unwritten rule19:49 Andrew Undem (of Berkshire Hathaway) joins the conversation21:36 Sharran Srivatsaa steps down as President of Real to join its Board of Directors32:09 “He is the G.O.A.T. when it comes to brokerage leadership” (Byron on Sharran)55:57 Andrew breaks down history of HomeServices of America and BHHS01:04:31 “I have a very interesting story about the Cabernet sign.”01:07:44 Tom’s Tweet about the best brokerage model01:11:23 Adam Carolla clip (slamming realtors)01:18:32 “When you’re detail-oriented…you’re seen as an advisor…”———✅ Stay Connected With Us — 👉 Connect with Byron Lazine: https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine 👉 Connect with Tom Toole: https://www.instagram.com/tomtoole3rd/ 👉 Connect with Lisa Chinatti: https://www.instagram.com/lisachinatti/👉 Connect with Andrew Undem: https://www.instagram.com/undem/ ———BAM delivers real estate news, education, and entertainment with nonstop original content from an unmatchable line-up of industry personalities and top producers. 🔔 Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka 📩 Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate 🧐 Check out BAM: https://nowbam.com/ ———🤝 BAM PARTNERS𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚: Tired of spending your hard earned money on marketing you know never makes it past the trash can or spam filter? Imagine getting texts and calls thanking you for your marketing. That’s what we do for you → https://remindermedia.com/bamsample/𝐙𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞: Say hello to Zillow Showcase. Highlight your best to sellers and outshine competitors with its design to not exceed 10% of listings in your market. https://bit.ly/4dpdxtA 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨: Instantly connect your leads and clients with a menu of cash offers and selling solutions. Use code BAM for 15% off at zoodealio.com (Or join BAMx and get access for free! → https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)𝐕𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝟕: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY → https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐕𝐀 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant → https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE → https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/ ———#redfin #compass #realbrokerage

The hosts dive into the latest jobs reports and their unexpected influence on mortgage rates. Keller Williams makes headlines with a significant investment deal that could reshape its future. Amid shifting real estate dynamics, they share ten effective strategies to attract buyers in a competitive market. The conversation also touches on the emotional and financial challenges faced by federal workers adapting to new policies. Tune in for insights into how both agents and consumers can navigate this evolving landscape!

The hosts dive into the controversial rebranding of RE/MAX, exploring the industry's mixed reactions and implications for agents. They dissect economic indicators affecting the housing market, like inflation and mortgage rates. A highlight is the success of an AI agent that generated an impressive $100 million in sales, showcasing AI's growing role in real estate. The discussion also emphasizes the necessity of adapting to tech innovations to enhance agent workflows and improve client experiences.

Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for Realtor.com, joins Byron Lazine, Lisa Chinatti, and Tom Toole to discuss advice Hale gave to a neighbor about buying a home---plus DOGE reforms and the latest housing market news. 🔑 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐀𝐌𝐱: https://www.skool.com/bamx👉 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐤 is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. It’s everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available → https://www.mosaik.io/ 🔔 Subscribe to Knowledge Brokers Podcast today: https://www.youtube.com/@knowledgebrokerspodcast?sub_confirmation=1🔗 Resources:https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/elon-musk-doge-dc-housing-market-crash/⏰ Timestamps coming soon!———✅ Stay Connected With Us — 👉 Connect with Byron Lazine: https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine 👉 Connect with Tom Toole: https://www.instagram.com/tomtoole3rd/ 👉 Connect with Lisa Chinatti: https://www.instagram.com/lisachinatti/ 👉 Connect with Danielle Hale: https://www.realtor.com/research/team-member/danielle-hale/ ———BAM delivers real estate news, education, and entertainment with nonstop original content from an unmatchable line-up of industry personalities and top producers. 🔔 Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka 📩 Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate 🧐 Check out BAM: https://nowbam.com/ ———🤝 BAM PARTNERS𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚: Tired of spending your hard earned money on marketing you know never makes it past the trash can or spam filter? Imagine getting texts and calls thanking you for your marketing. That’s what we do for you → https://remindermedia.com/bamsample/𝐙𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞: Say hello to Zillow Showcase. Highlight your best to sellers and outshine competitors with its design to not exceed 10% of listings in your market. https://bit.ly/4dpdxtA 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨: Instantly connect your leads and clients with a menu of cash offers and selling solutions. Use code BAM for 15% off at zoodealio.com (Or join BAMx and get access for free! → https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)𝐕𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝟕: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY → https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐕𝐀 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant → https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE → https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/ ———#realtordotcom

Jill Biggs and Dan Barnett join Byron Lazine and Lisa Chinatti to discuss inflation data for January 2025, the news on Zillow’s 25% rental revenue growth and its partnership with Redfin, why top agents make accountability the cornerstone of their business, and why most masterminds fail. 🔑 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐀𝐌𝐱: https://www.skool.com/bamx👉 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐤 is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. It’s everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available → https://www.mosaik.io/ 🔔 Subscribe to Knowledge Brokers Podcast today: https://www.youtube.com/@knowledgebrokerspodcast?sub_confirmation=1🔗 Resources:https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/ppi.pdf https://nowbam.com/zillow-reports-25-rental-revenue-growth-in-q4-announces-redfin-partnership/ https://mediaroom.realtor.com/2024-03-05-Realtor-com-R-and-Zillow-Ink-New-Rental-Listings-Syndication-Agreement https://www.instagram.com/p/DGDci8lxCHY/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DFsePHDxjmV/ ———✅ Stay Connected With Us — 👉 Connect with Byron Lazine: https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine 👉 Connect with Tom Toole: https://www.instagram.com/tomtoole3rd/ 👉 Connect with Lisa Chinatti: https://www.instagram.com/lisachinatti/ 👉 Connect with Jill Biggs: https://www.instagram.com/jillkbiggs/ 👉 Connect with Dan Barnett: https://www.instagram.com/djbarnett92/ ———BAM delivers real estate news, education, and entertainment with nonstop original content from an unmatchable line-up of industry personalities and top producers. 🔔 Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka 📩 Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate 🧐 Check out BAM: https://nowbam.com/ ———🤝 BAM PARTNERS𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚: Tired of spending your hard earned money on marketing you know never makes it past the trash can or spam filter? Imagine getting texts and calls thanking you for your marketing. That’s what we do for you → https://remindermedia.com/bamsample/𝐙𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞: Say hello to Zillow Showcase. Highlight your best to sellers and outshine competitors with its design to not exceed 10% of listings in your market. https://bit.ly/4dpdxtA 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨: Instantly connect your leads and clients with a menu of cash offers and selling solutions. Use code BAM for 15% off at zoodealio.com (Or join BAMx and get access for free! → https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)𝐕𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝟕: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY → https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐕𝐀 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant → https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE → https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/ ———#Zillow #Redfin #inflation

Josh Rubin joins Byron Lazine, Lisa Chinatti, and Tom Toole to discuss the NYC housing market, NAR’s Clear Cooperation rule, agent commissions five months after the implementation of the NAR settlement, the latest jobs report, and how the Alexander Brothers scandal has impacted Douglas Elliman. <br/>🔑 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐀𝐌𝐱: https://www.skool.com/bamx<br/>👉 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐤 is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. It’s everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available → https://www.mosaik.io/ <br/>🔔 Subscribe to Knowledge Brokers Podcast today: https://www.youtube.com/@knowledgebrokerspodcast?sub_confirmation=1<br/>🔗 Resources:<br/>https://therealdeal.com/national/2024/12/16/douglas-elliman-orders-staff-keep-alexander-bros-records/ <br/>https://nowbam.com/alexander-brothers-scandal-sparks-doj-inquiry-into-douglas-elliman/ <br/>https://nowbam.com/why-real-estates-most-controversial-policy-remains-in-limbo-the-clear-cooperation-debate/<br/>https://nowbam.com/the-commission-apocalypse-never-happened-heres-what-the-data-says/ <br/>———<br/>✅ Stay Connected With Us — <br/>👉 Connect with Byron Lazine: https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine <br/>👉 Connect with Tom Toole: https://www.instagram.com/tomtoole3rd/ <br/>👉 Connect with Lisa Chinatti: https://www.instagram.com/lisachinatti/ <br/>👉 Connect with Josh Rubin: https://www.instagram.com/joshsellsny/ <br/>———<br/>BAM delivers real estate news, education, and entertainment with nonstop original content from an unmatchable line-up of industry personalities and top producers. <br/>🔔 Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka <br/>📩 Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate <br/>🧐 Check out BAM: https://nowbam.com/ <br/>———<br/>🤝 BAM PARTNERS<br/>𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚: Tired of spending your hard earned money on marketing you know never makes it past the trash can or spam filter? Imagine getting texts and calls thanking you for your marketing. That’s what we do for you → https://remindermedia.com/bamsample/<br/>𝐙𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞: Say hello to Zillow Showcase. Highlight your best to sellers and outshine competitors with its design to not exceed 10% of listings in your market. https://bit.ly/4dpdxtA <br/>𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨: Instantly connect your leads and clients with a menu of cash offers and selling solutions. Use code BAM for 15% off at zoodealio.com (Or join BAMx and get access for free! → https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)<br/>𝐕𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝟕: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY → https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/<br/>𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐕𝐀 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant → https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral <br/>𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE → https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/ <br/>———<br/>#joshrubin #douglaselliman #jobsreport

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The discussion kicks off with President Trump's executive order aiming to cut housing costs, focusing on its potential impact on real estate strategies. There's a deep dive into Zillow's influence, revealing the challenges agents face while navigating its dominance. Rocket Mortgage's innovative refinancing moves and new credit offerings take center stage, promising to shake up the market. Finally, the conversation addresses ongoing housing affordability issues and the role of local regulations in shaping solutions.