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Many Nigerians are angry at the purchase of a new plane for President Bola Tinubu at a time when the country’s economy is going through its worst crisis in a generation.Less than two weeks ago, thousands of people across the country took to the streets to protest rising hunger and the cost of living.Mr Tinubu was elected leader of Africa’s most populous nation last year and has introduced a number of economic reforms, including the removal of fuel subsidies that have contributed to high inflation now exceeding 30%.President Tinubu said the reforms were necessary to cut government spending and stimulate…
Slow price growth is due to a shortage of housing inventory and limited buyer competition, according to a report released by Redfin on Tuesday. Whether refining your business model, mastering new technology, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York It will prepare you and make you brave enough to take a step forward. The next chapter is about to begin. Be part of it. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders, January 22-24, 2025. A report released by Redfin on Tuesday showed that U.S. home sales prices rose 0.2% for the second…
Concerns about how lower commission rates will affect real estate agents have gained widespread attention since the antitrust lawsuit was settled. national association of realtors (NAR), but brokerages will also feel the pinch. New data from real estate accounting software provider Account Technology Research shows that brokerages with profit margins of 3% or less are at risk of losing money even if their commission rates drop slightly. More than half of the brokers analyzed had profit margins between 3% profit and 3% loss. “Many brokerages have failed to create adaptive business models that adjust fees based on fluctuations in gross…
Getty ImagesBosnian police say three high school employees shot to death by colleaguesThree teachers at a secondary school in northwestern Bosnia were killed in a shooting by a colleague, local media reported.The gunman used an automatic rifle to kill the school employee before shooting himself, Bosnian police said, adding that he was in hospital in critical condition.Initial reports in local media suggested that the gunman was a janitor at Sanski Most school.The shooting occurred during a summer vacation in Bosnia.Police said they received reports that a man opened fire on the school at around 10:00 local time (08:00 GMT).Adnan Beganovic,…
Tal and Oren Alexander are reportedly preparing to return to the public eye despite the departures of Nicole Ogg, Richard Jordan and Andrew Wachterfogel, and despite the ongoing lawsuit against the brothers . Whether refining your business model, mastering new technology, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York It will prepare you and make you brave enough to take a step forward. The next chapter is about to begin. Be part of it. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders, January 22-24, 2025. Luxury brokers Oren and Tal Alexander are reportedly preparing…
Michelle Obama addresses Donald Trump’s ‘black jobs’ commentsMichelle Obama and Barack Obama threw their weight behind Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night and urged party supporters across the country to vote to defeat Donald Trump in November.”Hope is coming back,” Mrs. Obama told a crowd at the Democratic National Committee in Chicago, echoing her husband’s campaign promise of “hope and change.”In successive speeches, the Democratic Party’s most popular figures praised Ms. Harris while denouncing Trump, whose presidency has been characterized by, in Mr. Obama’s words, “roar and chaos.”But the couple also warned their party not to…
Keller Williams is doing its best to live up to its reputation as a brokerage that values broker education. On Monday, the company announced the launch of an agent resources page called “Buyers and Sellers Agent Tools Thrive.” This resource guide is focused on helping agents navigate the changes in business practices outlined in the Guide. national association of realtors (NAR) Commission Litigation Settlement Agreement. On the page, brokers can watch one-on-one video interviews with more than 20 top brokers and real estate team leaders discussing their best practices for complying with NAR settlement terms. In addition, agents can access…
When you’re battling a cold or a stuffy nose, breathing can feel like a challenge. A eucalyptus shower steamer may be able to relieve some stress. These fragrant little discs release essential oils into the shower steam, which can help clear nasal passages and make breathing easier. Eucalyptus oil is known for its soothing effect on the respiratory tract. Many people use eucalyptus to treat colds and nasal congestion because of its ability to thin mucus and relieve breathing and coughing. Products like the Body Restore Eucalyptus Shower Steamer are popular because they combine convenience with the therapeutic benefits…
As the industry grapples with best practices on how to deliver and execute the new buyer’s agent form that requires settlement, one independent has made it part of its in-house software functionality. Whether refining your business model, mastering new technology, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps. The next chapter is about to begin. Be part of it. Join us and thousands of real estate leaders January 22-24, 2025. Chicago-based Dream Town Real Estate, a 450-agent firm with six separate offices, has responded to the industry’s…
Hungary has implemented a new law that could force thousands of Ukrainian refugees onto the streets or return to Ukraine.The provision limits state support for Ukrainians to those from regions of Ukraine directly affected by the fighting caused by the Russian invasion. There are 13 regions in Ukraine on the list, and the Hungarian government updates the list every month. It is unclear how many of the 31,000 Ukrainians taking refuge in Ukraine will be affected by the new law. Human rights groups say the most vulnerable are the Roma minority from the westernmost region of Transcarpathia, who still live…