Seven Predictions for 2021: The Eurovision Song Contest Edition
December 13, 2020
It’s that time of year again. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire. Jack Frost nipping at your nose. And Rob making ridiculous predictions sure to
Disparate Impact and the NAR Code of Ethics
December 11, 2020
In my previous post on the topic of the new NAR speech code regulations, I pointed out something I thought was problematic: In addition, the
Tweetstorming the Industry Relations Podcast with Jack Ryan of REX
December 8, 2020
[Note: These are the personal opinions of Sam DeBord and do not represent the position of RESO, the National Association of REALTORS, or any other
Grading Time! The 2020 Predictions
December 8, 2020
Okay, so… let’s be honest here for a moment. 2020 was the Year of Black Swans. I mean, when I made my Seven Predictions for
A Facebook Live on OKRs with Albert Hahn, former Head, Google for Startups Korea
December 4, 2020
Just a fun little thing for the weekend. I hosted a livestream on Facebook and elsewhere with Albert Hahn, former head of Google for Startups
Harshing the Mellow: NAR, DOJ, Lawsuits
November 29, 2020
I’m actually a bit busy with critical research and writing, but thought I’d take a moment out to write something fun and lighthearted about real
CoStar Acquires Homesnap: Welcome to the Black Parade!
November 24, 2020
A couple of nights ago, I saw this news come across my feeds… but it was Sunday evening, and I needed to think about this
REX and the DOJ: Implications for the Future
November 21, 2020
[Quick disclosure: While I admire and respect Jack Ryan, CEO of REX, and count him as one of my friends, I have no business relationship
Quick Reaction to the NAR-DOJ Settlement on MLS
November 19, 2020
I’m certain that anybody reading this is already aware of the news that United States Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against NAR alleging
