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Regulatory Reckoning?
What a Washington Shake-Up Could Mean for Your Career
Splits and Caps Daily: Action for Agents
November 18, 2024
📈 Market Move:
Potential Policy Pivot
The DOJ has been all up in the real estate game lately—digging into commissions, data sharing, and even rent-pricing tech. But big changes could be coming. With a political shift in Washington, industry insiders are buzzing about the DOJ potentially stepping back from its aggressive stance.
Why does this matter? Because their deep dive into the residential real estate world has frustrated many in the industry who feel the DOJ’s actions are more of a hindrance than help. Some say they’ve been “overplaying their hand,” leading to costly legal battles and headaches for agents and brokers.
If a shake-up in leadership really happens, we could see a lighter regulatory touch ahead. Translation: less interference, more focus on doing deals. Stay tuned—this could be a game-changer.
🌟Quote of the Day:
"Discipline is doing what you hate to do, but nonetheless doing it like you love it." — Mike Tyson
📊🤔 Agent Poll Results
On 11/15, we asked: If buyer commissions drop by summer, what’s your move?
The results are in!
💡 Get creative with new revenue streams: 100%
🔑 Double down on seller clients: 0%
🏄♂️ Brace and ride it out: 0%
Looks like we're all on the same page! Appreciate you jumping in!
🎉 Fun Fact of the Day:
China’s All-Door House: There’s a house in Zhengzhou that’s entirely made of doors. Not even kidding. Every wall is a door—talk about an open floor plan. Good luck picking a room.
📚 Book Recommendation:
"Radical Candor" by Kim Scott – This book is a leadership game-changer. Kim Scott shows you how to care deeply about people while challenging them directly—without being a jerk. Packed with lessons from her time at Google and Apple, it’s a masterclass in building trust and saying what needs to be said.
Takeaway: Radical candor isn’t brutal honesty—it’s helpful honesty. Read it, apply it, and watch your relationships (and career) level up.
Want to level up even more? Hit the Agent Bookshelf for top reads, Agent Articles for real estate gold, and Agent Resources for the tools to boost your biz—go get it!
That’s all for now! Keep the hustle strong, stay focused, and remember—every small win builds the big picture. Let’s make some moves!
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