IndustryA year after Sitzer/Burnett, are the biggest impacts yet to come?A lot has happened — leadership changes, settlements, new rules — but some say it's still too early to know how the landmark verdict will affect the industry. Dave GallagherNovember 2, 2024
IndustryCan modular homes help solve the affordability problem?Decades of underbuilding have led to low supply and high home prices. Is it time to take a closer look at modular construction, which can be faster and cheaper?Robert DavisNovember 2, 2024
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: ERA and C21 affiliations; an NFL career change Twin Cities and Houston-area independents embrace the Anywhere family of brands; NFL'er joins Douglas Elliman's luxury division; Christie's expands in the Alps.Real Estate News StaffNovember 2, 2024
AgentsMaking your pitch: What sellers want to know10 questions every listing agent had better be able to answer, from whether to list on the MLS or offer buy-side compensation to what goes into pricing a home.Amie FisherNovember 1, 2024
BrokeragesIs RE/MAX starting to turn things around?Numbers were down, but revenue declines slowed. Leadership painted a cautiously optimistic picture — and presented its point of view on Clear Cooperation.Amie FisherNovember 1, 2024
BrokeragesHoward Hanna expands its presence in Ohio, South CarolinaThe major independent firm announced a pair of deals this week that support its strategy of steady growth across the eastern U.S.Stephanie Reid-SimonsOctober 31, 2024
By the NumbersThe fall housing rally may have come and goneSeptember’s low rates gave pending sales a boost, but as mortgage rates climb for a fifth straight week, enthusiasm is expected to wane.Dave GallagherOctober 31, 2024
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BrokeragesJudge approves brokerage settlements totaling $110 millionDefendants including Compass, Redfin and seven other large firms can now move on from litigation in the sell-side commissions cases.Dave GallagherOctober 31, 2024
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AgentsWhat’s spookier, ghosts or mold? Owners and buyers weigh inIn the “spirit” of Halloween, a new survey finds that many people would settle for a haunted house over one with maintenance issues or political neighbors.Dave GallagherOctober 31, 2024
BrokeragesRise in transactions, agents drives strong Q3 for CompassRevenue was also up, and CEO Robert Reffkin said top agents have been able to increase commissions “since they are now able to negotiate for themselves again.”Dave GallagherOctober 30, 2024
IndustryA spate of objections to NAR, HomeServices settlementsWith less than a month until the deals are finalized, objectors are making claims of insufficient damages, harm to minorities, lack of accountability and more.Dave GallagherOctober 30, 2024
IndustryCoStar scores a win, but Move has another playA federal judge granted CoStar’s request to dismiss two claims from the Realtor.com trade secrets case, but Move plans to proceed with an amended complaint.AJ LaTraceOctober 30, 2024
IndustryNew startup looks to level the playing field for coachesThe goal of The Helm, founded and advised by notable real estate leaders, is to help more women become coaches without sacrificing business success.Stephanie Reid-SimonsOctober 30, 2024
BrokerageseXp rolling out rev share changesThe company is responding to “a critical time for agents,” said founder Glenn Sanford. New incentives will take effect Nov. 1.Stephanie Reid-SimonsOctober 29, 2024
AgentsAgents see a brighter sales outlook aheadTwo new surveys point to increasing optimism despite mortgage rate and election uncertainty, a sign that post-settlement anxiety could be waning.AJ LaTraceOctober 29, 2024
IndustryNAR settlement doesn’t pass the ‘real world’ testA law professor filed a lengthy objection calling it “the worst of all possible worlds,” raising concerns about “chaos and frustration” as well as legal fees.Dave GallagherOctober 29, 2024
By the NumbersReal estate in for a fright as mortgage rates return to 7%The latest numbers suggest that, for the third consecutive fall season, rates will crest that dreaded threshold.Dave GallagherOctober 28, 2024
BrokeragesDouglas Elliman fires brokerage CEOScott Durkin, who led Douglas Elliman Realty, was terminated just days after the CEO of its parent company stepped down.AJ LaTraceOctober 28, 2024