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Table of Contents

SUMMER 2024
What ' s in this issue

DEPARTMENTS

President ' s Desk 4
Deal Makers 6
CCIM Marketing Campaign 9
In this issue , we highlight key individuals , initiatives , and global trends shaping our network . We celebrate major achievements , including the 2023 President ' s Cup winners and the largest deal by Adam Palmer , CCIM , and Michael Doyle , CCIM . We also examine high interest rates , industry impacts , and international perspectives .
CCIM Gallery
10
Chapter Check-Ins
12
International Chapter + Events
14
By the Numbers
28
Site To Do Business
29
The CCIM Institute Foundation 30
Education 32
International Perspectives 34

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New Designee Stories
Many sacrifice for the CCIM Pin , affecting families and colleagues . Here are two designees ' stories .
The Rising Cost of the Deal
Higher interest rates and operational costs are challenging commercial real estate , impacting financing , sales , and property values .
National Association of REALTORS ® Settlement
Perspectives about the National Association of REALTORS ® 2024 settlement on broker commissions with home sellers .
CCIM Spotlight
Rick Gonzalez , CCIM , transitioned to land sales in 2002 after a 20-year career as an environmental scientist .
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