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The Real Word
Welcome to The Real Word, hosted by real estate professionals and entrepreneurs Byron Lazine and Nicole White. Each week, Byron and Nicole share their word on current industry news, discuss rackets flooding the industry, and shout out a marketeer of the week.
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Nov 18, 2024 ⢠32min
NAR Wastes Millions! NY Times Exposes All | The Real Word 344
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss a New York Times article exposing the culture of excess in the National Association of Realtors (NAR), starting with the inflated âvolunteerâ payments and lavish compensation packages for executive leadership positions.
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Connect with Byron Lazine:
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Connect with Nicole White:
https://www.instagram.com/nicolewhite.ct/
This episode's sources:
https://nowbam.com/how-much-is-nar-paying-its-executives-and-independent-contractors-a-breakdown-of-compensation-from-2011-2021
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/18/realestate/national-association-realtors-spending.html
https://nowbam.com/nars-spending-exposed-six-figure-volunteer-perks/
Timestamps coming soon!
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Nov 12, 2024 ⢠41min
NAR NXT Event Sparks Major Controversy Across The Industry | The Real Word 343
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the National Association of Realtorsâ NAR NXT event as well as major headlines stemming from it, NAR membership, a controversial article from Compass CEO Robert Reffkin, and NAR CEO Nykia Wrightâs support for a 3-way agreement.
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Connect with Byron Lazine:
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Connect with Nicole White:
https://www.instagram.com/nicolewhite.ct/
This episode's sources:
https://www.inman.com/2024/11/11/compass-ceo-robert-reffkin-zillow-will-be-the-national-mls
https://www.realestatenews.com/2024/11/11/nar-seeking-outside-help-to-get-ahead-of-antitrust-issues
https://www.inman.com/2024/11/07/after-nar-deal-mlss-will-have-to-reinvent-themselves-or-else/
https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/nar-board-approves-budget-culture-transformation-plan-passes
https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/strength-in-numbers
https://www.inman.com/2024/11/11/nar-ceo-signals-support-for-3-way-agreement-amid-realtor-pushback/
https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/executive-committee-board-of-directors-approve-plan-to-enhance-nar-culture
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#nationalassociationofrealtors #compass #mls

Nov 5, 2024 ⢠35min
Over 7,000 Real Estate Agents Are Saying THIS About The 2024 Election | The Real Word 342
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the 2024 election, a BAM article on how real estate agents are voting this year (sharing the results of polls by The Broke Agent), and Michael Jordanâs response to rumors about a (fake) presidential endorsement.
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Connect with Byron Lazine:
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Connect with Nicole White:
https://www.instagram.com/nicolewhite.ct/
This episode's sources:
https://nowbam.com/how-real-estate-agents-are-voting-in-this-years-election/
https://www.inman.com/2024/11/05/social-issues-not-industry-chaos-will-guide-agents-at-the-ballot-box/
https://www.opensecrets.org/orgs/national-assn-of-realtors/recipients?id=d000000062
https://www.iheart.com/content/2024-11-05-michael-jordan-addresses-fake-presidential-endorsement/
https://www.redfin.com/news/will-mortgage-rates-fall-under-trump-harris-survey/
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ðð«ðšð©ððð«ðððŠ: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE â https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/
ðð¢ð¬ð®: Increases real estate team & brokerage annual volume by 107% and agent annual volume by 28% â https://sisu.grsm.io/bam-pod-partners
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Oct 29, 2024 ⢠41min
20 Opportunities the Real Estate Industry Must Address | The Real Word 341
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the T360 D.A.N.G.E.R. Report published in 2015âwith a review of the 10 predictions madeâand the new and recently published Opportunity Report, with 20 opportunities for agents, organized real estate, and state regulatory agencies.
Tune in Friday 11/1/24 https://www.youtube.com/ @knowledgebrokerspodcast where T360 CEO Jack Miller will join Byron, Lisa & Tom to discuss this story in detail!
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Connect with Byron Lazine: https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine
Connect with Nicole White: https://www.instagram.com/nicolewhite.ct/
This episode's sources:
https://nowbam.com/from-dire-predictions-to-opportunities-a-decade-after-the-d-a-n-g-e-r-report
https://faaasbmyzltfufc7.public.blob.vercel-storage.com/the-opportunity-report-FTn48xsx2Bo2rnlCNInKt[âŠ]m=0_02c652b510-cb63c9b3dd-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D
Timestamps:
00:00â02:45 Intro
02:45 Topic 1: D.A.N.G.E.R. Report (nowbam article)
04:29 10 predictions (visual list from article)
07:10 Prediction #2: âCommissions spiral downwardâ
07:45 Prediction #3: âAgent teams threaten the survival of brokeragesâ
14:02 Predictions #4â#7
14:38 âRegulatory tsunami hitsâ (Prediction #8)
14:53 âThatâs why I say 2024 is harder than 2008 for agentsâŠâ
17:00 Topic 2: Opportunity Report
18:35 Behind the scenes of Stefan Swanepoelâs research (incl. Byronâs 2.5 hour interview)
34:12 Opportunity for key stakeholders
35:41 Special guest on KBP this Friday: Jack Miller, CEO of T3
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ðð¢ð¥ð¥ðšð° ðð¡ðšð°ððð¬ð: 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
ððšðšðððð¥ð¢ðš: 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! â https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)
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ðð®ðŠðŠð¢ð ðð ððšð¥ð®ðð¢ðšð§ð¬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant â https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral
ðð«ðšð©ððð«ðððŠ: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE â https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/
ðð¢ð¬ð®: Increases real estate team & brokerage annual volume by 107% and agent annual volume by 28% â https://sisu.grsm.io/bam-pod-partners
ðð¢ðð«ð«ð ðð§ððð«ðððð¢ð¯ð: Solutions That Maximize ROI. SEO powered IDX websites and a predictive CRM driven by marketing automations that help you capture, convert and close. Faster. Let's Chat â https://get.sierrainteractive.com/bam
ð
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#realestateindustry #realestateagents #narsettlement

Oct 22, 2024 ⢠35min
NAR Faces Multimillion-Dollar Lawsuit Over 'Forced' Membership | The Real Word 340
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss a new lawsuit filed by a Pennsylvania broker over forced NAR membership, Byron's fireside chat with Rob Hahn (aka Notorious ROB) at BAM Mania, and the number one standout in Stefan Swanepoel's Danger Report.
Join us at BAM Mania! The Must-Attend Real Estate Event Of The Yearâwith a special offer just for Real Word viewers like you: https://bammania.com/real-word-offer
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Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka
Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate
Connect with Byron Lazine:
https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine
Connect with Nicole White:
https://www.instagram.com/nicolewhite.ct/
This episode's sources:
https://www.inman.com/2024/10/21/broker-files-multimillion-dollar-suit-over-forced-nar-membership/
https://nowbam.com/rob-hahns-bold-predictions-the-end-of-clear-cooperation-and-the-evolution-of-mls/
https://www.realestatenews.com/2024/10/21/a-danger-foretold-nars-waning-dominance
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BAM PARTNERS
ððšð¬ðð¢ð€ is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. Itâs everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available â
https://www.mosaik.io/
ðð¢ð¥ð¥ðšð° ðð¡ðšð°ððð¬ð: 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
ððšðšðððð¥ð¢ðš: 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! â https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)
ðð®ð¥ððð§ð: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY â https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/
ðð®ðŠðŠð¢ð ðð ððšð¥ð®ðð¢ðšð§ð¬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant â https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral
ðð«ðšð©ððð«ðððŠ: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE â https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/
ðð¢ð¬ð®: Increases real estate team & brokerage annual volume by 107% and agent annual volume by 28% â https://sisu.grsm.io/bam-pod-partners
ðð¢ðð«ð«ð ðð§ððð«ðððð¢ð¯ð: Solutions That Maximize ROI. SEO powered IDX websites and a predictive CRM driven by marketing automations that help you capture, convert and close. Faster. Let's Chat â https://get.sierrainteractive.com/bam
ð
ðšð«ðŠððð¢ðšð§ð¬: Maximize tax savings, reduce administrative burdens, and increase take-home pay with a financial management solution specifically for real estate agents: https://get.formationscorp.com/bam
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#nationalassociationofrealtors #antitrust #realestateagents

Oct 15, 2024 ⢠25min
Zillow President Takes Stance on Clear Cooperation | The Real Word 339
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss Park City Board of Realtorsâ decision not to enforce NARâs Clear Cooperation policy and a statement from Zillow president Susan Daimler defending the policy and arguing for its preservation.
Join us at BAM Mania! The Must-Attend Real Estate Event Of The Yearâwith a special offer just for Real Word viewers like you: https://bammania.com/real-word-offer
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Use discount code REALWORD for 10% off your annual subscription!
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ðððŠð¢ð§ððð«ðððð¢ð: 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. Thatâs what we do for you â https://remindermedia.com/bamsample/
Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka
Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate
Connect with Byron Lazine:
https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine
Connect with Nicole White:
https://www.instagram.com/nicolewhite.ct/
This episode's sources:
https://www.inman.com/2024/10/14/zillows-daimler-clear-cooperation-a-win-for-agents-and-consumers/
https://nowbam.com/why-one-local-association-is-rejecting-nars-clear-cooperation-rule/
Timestamps:
00:00--02:55 Intro
02:56 Topic 1âLocal association rejects NARâs Clear Cooperation policy
04:27 October email from Park City Board CEO
08:44 Thomas Wright quote in article
09:21 Topic 2âZillow: âClear Cooperation is a win for agents and consumersâ
11:49 What the seller wants versus what they âdeserveâ
15:59 âThe benefit for agents is obviousâŠâ
18:13 âHereâs the truth about some of these marketsâŠâ
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BAM PARTNERS
ððšð¬ðð¢ð€ is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. Itâs everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available â
https://www.mosaik.io/
ðð¢ð¥ð¥ðšð° ðð¡ðšð°ððð¬ð: 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
ððšðšðððð¥ð¢ðš: 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! â https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe)
ðð®ð¥ððð§ð: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY â https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/
ðð®ðŠðŠð¢ð ðð ððšð¥ð®ðð¢ðšð§ð¬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant â https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral
ðð«ðšð©ððð«ðððŠ: The most trusted provider of comprehensive real estate data nationwide. Try it FREE â https://trial.propstreampro.com/bam/
ðð¢ð¬ð®: Increases real estate team & brokerage annual volume by 107% and agent annual volume by 28% â https://sisu.grsm.io/bam-pod-partners
ðð¢ðð«ð«ð ðð§ððð«ðððð¢ð¯ð: Solutions That Maximize ROI. SEO powered IDX websites and a predictive CRM driven by marketing automations that help you capture, convert and close. Faster. Let's Chat â https://get.sierrainteractive.com/bam
ð
ðšð«ðŠððð¢ðšð§ð¬: Maximize tax savings, reduce administrative burdens, and increase take-home pay with a financial management solution specifically for real estate agents: https://get.formationscorp.com/bam
âââ
#nationalassociationofrealtors #zillow #pocketlisting

Oct 8, 2024 ⢠35min
What NAR's New Stance On The MLS Means for Sellers | The Real Word 338
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss new NAR consumer guides on the MLS and seller concessionsâand a sample buyer agreement contract from Tanya Monestier (the same law professor who authored multiple reports for the Consumer Federation of America (CFA).
Join us at BAM Mania! The Must-Attend Real Estate Event Of The Yearâwith a special offer just for Real Word viewers like you: https://bammania.com/real-word-offer
ððððšðŠð ð ðŠððŠððð« ðšð ðððð±: https://bamx.uscreen.io/pages/subscribe
Use discount code REALWORD for 10% off your annual subscription!
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ðððŠð¢ð§ððð«ðððð¢ð: 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. Thatâs what we do for you â https://remindermedia.com/bamsample/
Subscribe to the BAM YouTube channel: https://tinyurl.com/aatxhaka
Subscribe to BAM Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/nowbam/the-best-newsletter-in-real-estate
Connect with Byron Lazine:
https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine
Connect with Nicole White:
https://www.instagram.com/nicolewhite.ct/
This episode's sources:
https://www.inman.com/2024/09/30/law-professor-creates-contract-with-buyer-interests-in-mind/
https://www.law.buffalo.edu/content/dam/law/content/faculty-staff/monestier-sample-buyer-representation-agreement.pdf
https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts/consumer-guide-multiple-listing-service-mls
https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts/consumer-guide-seller-concessions
https://www.realestatenews.com/2024/10/03/nar-tells-sellers-they-dont-have-to-list-on-the-mls
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAyahCtvEen/?igsh=ZDA0eXJubnNncXQ5
âââ
BAM PARTNERS
ððšð¬ðð¢ð€ is the premier client experience platform, picking up where CRMs leave off, spanning search, transaction management, and client retention. Itâs everything you need to showcase your value, build client loyalty and drive referrals. Limited subscriptions available â
https://www.mosaik.io/
ðð¢ð¥ð¥ðšð° ðð¡ðšð°ððð¬ð: 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
ðð®ð¥ððð§ð: The most accurate, powerful, and effective real estate seller lead generation resource to build your business. GET STARTED TODAY â https://www.vulcan7.com/bam/
ðð®ðŠðŠð¢ð ðð ððšð¥ð®ðð¢ðšð§ð¬: Leverage your business with a REAL ESTATE-TRAINED Virtual Assistant â https://www.summitvasolutions.com/byronlazine-referral
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Oct 1, 2024 ⢠28min
The Controversial MLS Takeover Sparking a Data Ownership Showdown | The Real Word 337
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the recently finalized acquisition of REcolorado MLS and the questions it raises about data ownership, along with Notorious ROB's take on the Participation Agreementâplus newly IDâd opt-ins contributing $30M to the NAR settlement fund.
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This episode's sources:
https://nowbam.com/recolorados-acquisition-raises-questions-about-data-ownership/
https://www.realestatenews.com/2024/09/30/newly-idd-opt-ins-will-add-usd30-million-to-nar-settlement-fund
https://notoriousrob.substack.com/p/whose-data-is-it-recolorado-decides
Timestamps:
00:00-01:16 Intro
01:16 TOPIC 1: REcoloradoâs acquisition raises questions about data ownership
03:23 Without MLS control, what are you? What value are you bringing?
05:19 Notorious ROB article (and mention of PDF for participation agreement)
07:39 Paragraph 3: Data License (âHereâs what theyâre sayingâŠâ)
11:57 Rob Hahn calls this âtheft of intellectual property.â
13:48 âHereâs why this is importantâŠâ
16:14 âI think itâs a brilliant move by [Burks]... This is Bobby Axelrod-level stuff!â
17:29 Disclosures needed for sellers
20:11 TOPIC 2: Newly IDâd opt ins adding $30M to NAR settlement fund
20:53 15 non-Realtor MLSs and 13 brokeragesâincluding The Agencyâopted in.
23:15 The new total is up more than $980 million
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Sep 24, 2024 ⢠42min
NARâs New Consumer Guides Spark Debate Among Agents | The Real Word 336
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the debate over NARâs new consumer guides and the judgeâs decision to deny the motion for preliminary injunction filed by Move, Inc. in its data theft lawsuit against CoStar Group.
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This episode's sources:
https://nowbam.com/nars-new-consumer-guides-spark-debate-among-agents/
https://nowbam.com/motion-denied-moves-data-theft-lawsuit-against-costar-hits-a-roadblock/
https://www.inman.com/2024/09/23/move-class-action-lawsuit-shines-harsh-light-on-networks-paid-leads/
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Sep 17, 2024 ⢠33min
Sitzer/Burnett Attorneys Request $220 Million From NAR | The Real Word 335
Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the Sitzer/Burnett attorneysâ request for $226M in compensation for hours worked and out-of-pocket expenses, a Ryan Serhant interview, and an update on NARâs Clear Cooperation policy.
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This episode's sources:
https://www.housingwire.com/articles/plaintiffs-attorneys-seek-220m-from-nar-homeservices-settlements/
https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/real-estate-news/mls-advisory-board-continues-evaluating-clear-cooperation-policy
https://www.housingwire.com/articles/ryan-serhant-interview-owning-manhattan/
Timestamps:
00:00â01:06 Intro
01:06 TOPIC #1: Plaintiffs attorneys seek $220 million
03:38 Hourly rates for attorneys, paralegals, and associates
06:34 âThe percentage of the fund approach aligns Class Counselâs interestâŠâ
09:04 âSeems like attorneys & real estate agents/brokers have a similar dealâŠâ
09:32 âIf they were to lose this case⊠why would they do that?â
12:13 âItâs unfortunate how Ketchmark has addressed agentsâŠâ (double standard)
13:55 Byron calculating Nicoleâs recent $4.5M deal close & how much money she made an hour
16:30 Negotiations are never done
19:50 One thing the courts arenât ever going to sayâŠ
20:47 TOPIC #2: Serhant interview: âLife after Netflix & brokerages in a post-settlement worldâ
21:05 âIs there anything you're advising your agents to doâŠ?â & Serhantâs answer
22:38 Why should people work with you versus jumping on Zillow?
23:18 Byron golf story
26:25 Clear Cooperation update
28:44 BAM Mania
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