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The Transaction Brief

A Contre.AI Publication

What the best agents know—and their clients wish they did.

The Compass-Anywhere Mega-Merger: What 340,000 Agents Under One Roof Means for Everyone Else
Brokerage Operations6 min

The Compass-Anywhere Mega-Merger: What 340,000 Agents Under One Roof Means for Everyone Else

Compass acquired Anywhere Real Estate for $1.6B, creating the world's largest brokerage with 340,000 agents. Here's what it means for independents, agents, and competitors.

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The Seller Non-Disclosure Epidemic: Why It's the #1 Claim Against Agents
Transaction Management6 min

The Seller Non-Disclosure Epidemic: Why It's the #1 Claim Against Agents

60% of sellers admit to hiding known defects. Failure to disclose is the #1 claim against agents. Learn how to protect your clients and your license.

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The $5,356 Problem: Why Two-Thirds of First-Time Buyers Face Unexpected Costs
Consumer Education5 min

The $5,356 Problem: Why Two-Thirds of First-Time Buyers Face Unexpected Costs

66% of first-time buyers face unexpected issues averaging $5,356 after closing. Learn what causes post-closing surprises and how to protect yourself.

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How to Read a Title Commitment Schedule B: The Hidden Section That Makes or Breaks Real Estate Deals
Document Intelligence6 min

How to Read a Title Commitment Schedule B: The Hidden Section That Makes or Breaks Real Estate Deals

Schedule B of your title commitment contains exceptions that affect what you can do with your property. Here's how to read it and what to watch for.

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When HOA Documents Hide Six-Figure Surprises: A $102,000 Lesson
Document Intelligence5 min

When HOA Documents Hide Six-Figure Surprises: A $102,000 Lesson

A retiree's $102,000 HOA special assessment was buried in board minutes. Learn which HOA documents to review and what questions to ask before buying a condo.

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Texas SB 1968: New Written Buyer Agreement Requirements - What Brokers Must Know
Regulatory Updates5 min

Texas SB 1968: New Written Buyer Agreement Requirements - What Brokers Must Know

Texas SB 1968 requires written buyer agreements before showing property. Here's what brokers need to know about compliance before January 1, 2026.

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California AB 723: New Disclosure Rules for AI-Altered Listing Photos
Regulatory Updates5 min

California AB 723: New Disclosure Rules for AI-Altered Listing Photos

Starting January 1, 2026, California AB 723 requires disclosure of digitally altered listing photos. Here's what agents need to know to stay compliant.

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Client Relationships in Real Estate: 5 Ways to Strengthen Every Client Relationship
Transaction Management6 min

Client Relationships in Real Estate: 5 Ways to Strengthen Every Client Relationship

Client Relationship Strategies in Real Estate: Build long-lasting client relationships. Enhance every transaction in the real estate industry.

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180 Pages, 15% Failure Rate: The Real Estate Paperwork Problem Nobody's Solving
Brokerage Operations4 min

180 Pages, 15% Failure Rate: The Real Estate Paperwork Problem Nobody's Solving

56,000 contracts cancelled monthly. 32% of buyers overwhelmed. Learn why paperwork chaos kills deals and what forward-thinking brokers are doing differently.

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The Hidden Cost of Transaction Failures: What Every Brokerage Should Know
Brokerage Operations5 min

The Hidden Cost of Transaction Failures: What Every Brokerage Should Know

15% of real estate deals fail before closing. For a 30-agent brokerage, that's $225,000 in annual lost revenue. Here's what you can do about it.

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