BrokeragesRedfin to cut 450 roles following Zillow rentals dealThe company, which signed an exclusive listings partnership with Zillow on Feb. 11, will complete the layoffs in July as it restructures its rentals segment.Dave GallagherFebruary 12, 2025
Industry‘Super app’ success helped Zillow outperform the market in 2024The home search giant beat revenue expectations in Q4 as it continued to make big strides in mortgages and rentals, and announced a new partnership with Redfin.Dave GallagherFebruary 11, 2025
Industry15 more commissions settlements on track for final approvalSeveral smaller brokerages and two MLSs named in the Keel and Gibson cases are scheduled for a final hearing on June 24.Dave GallagherFebruary 11, 2025
IndustryNo industry standard for ‘days on market,’ says NARWhile some association policies address DOM, it’s up to local MLSs and brokers to define and track the data — or decide if they want to collect it at all.AJ LaTraceFebruary 11, 2025
By the NumbersTariffs, home construction and affordabilityThe price of building materials could rise by an additional 4-6% in the next 12 months, or 10% overall, according to a new report from CoreLogic.Dave GallagherFebruary 10, 2025
IndustryLawsuits in DC as housing-related agencies close, rewrite rulesUnion files two suits on behalf of CFPB employees told to stay home after DOGE accesses systems; new HUD director halts programs tied to “gender identity.”Stephanie Reid-SimonsFebruary 10, 2025
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BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from Compass, The Agency, C21, moreCompass nabs $10B team; The Agency opens 3rd office in Washington state; C21 gains multiple affiliates; Real grows in Alberta; NextHome adds NC office; more.Real Estate News StaffFebruary 8, 2025
BrokeragesGibson plaintiffs clap back at eXp, WeichertThe arguments over reverse auction allegations continued this week, with the plaintiffs saying the brokerages shopped around to “settle on the cheap.”Dave GallagherFebruary 7, 2025
IndustryWill ‘days on market’ become the industry’s next big debate?Defining “days on market” is not as simple as it may seem, and leaders have different views on how DOM ties into transparency, consumer interests or even fraud.AJ LaTraceFebruary 7, 2025
By the NumbersRate cuts this spring? Unlikely, given new jobs dataThe latest employment report was mixed, but stronger wage growth means rate cuts will probably remain paused through the spring homebuying season.Dave GallagherFebruary 7, 2025
IndustryThe future of the CFPB under TrumpThe agency's operations have been paused, and it will likely be restructured and refocused. Industry experts weigh in on what may — or should — come next.Coby HakalirFebruary 7, 2025
By the NumbersMortgage rates dip, but demand still weakRates appear to have stabilized in the upper-6% range, while an increase in new listings points to an early rise in inventory ahead of the spring season.Dave GallagherFebruary 6, 2025
MLS/AssnMilestones: Utah MLS launches data company; CRMLS inks partnershipMLSs have a new way to give researchers quality data — and manage the process securely. Plus, CRMLS to share data with other Western MLSs, and more news.Real Estate News StaffFebruary 6, 2025
BrokerageseXp pushes back on ‘sweetheart deal’ allegationsThe brokerage denied using a reverse auction strategy to reach its $34 million settlement, arguing that the amount is comparable to what other firms paid.Dave GallagherFebruary 5, 2025
IndustrySenate confirms new leader for ‘failing’ HUDScott Turner said the nation needs "millions of homes, all kinds of homes' and expressed support for the 'opportunity zone' program from Trump’s first term.Stephanie Reid-SimonsFebruary 5, 2025
AgentsCommissions rebound following post-settlement declineTwo recent studies found that real estate agent commission rates fell after industry practice changes took effect, but they have largely recovered.Dave GallagherFebruary 5, 2025