Agents‘Unfiltered’: How a single listing can kick-start your businessWatch the conversation with real estate coach Darryl Davis who explains how to get more listings, push through hard times, and win in today’s market.Amie FisherFebruary 17, 2025
TechTech Bytes: Lundy, RentSpree expanding across real estate landscape Navigator, a chatbot built by Lundy for MLSs and associations, adds new partners; RentSpree surpasses 3 million users after syndication deal with Realtor.com.Real Estate News StaffFebruary 17, 2025
BrokeragesKW’s festive Family Reunion to include a dose of realityWith the real estate industry only midway through a slowdown cycle, the flagship Keller Williams event looks to help agents “get through it” and thrive.Dave GallagherFebruary 17, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from Elliman, C21, The Agency, Sotheby'sPower NYC agent returns to Douglas Elliman with his team of 19; Century 21 lands woman-owned Georgia indie; The Agency adds NJ office; Sotheby's expands in TN.Real Estate News StaffFebruary 15, 2025
IndustryDOJ debates ‘commingling’ with Zillow and NAR in REX caseThe Justice Department is concerned the case, which Zillow won in 2023, could set a bad precedent and allow other organizations to circumvent antitrust laws.Dave GallagherFebruary 14, 2025
IndustryHUD faces massive staff cuts, while a lawsuit buys time for CFPBThe D.C. shakeup continues as Elon Musk’s DOGE team takes on HUD, looks to cut staff by half; the CFPB awaits a new director and retains funding — for now.Stephanie Reid-SimonsFebruary 14, 2025
Sponsored Content3 key marketing pointers from a RE/MAX marketing execAbby Lee explains why trust is the top quality to leverage right now.Abby Lee, RE/MAX EVP of Marketing, Communications and Events
Sponsored ContentZillow: Insights, trends and best practicesSee the latest product and company news, plus tips for agents and brokers.
MLS/AssnNAR spent more on lobbying than any other group in 2024The association shelled out $86.3 million to influence election-year campaigns and housing-related initiatives, according to a report on political spending.AJ LaTraceFebruary 14, 2025
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IndustryA closer look at compensation and moreThe Opportunity Report tackles the most important topics facing residential real estate.
BrokeragesReal Brokerage aims to trade agents’ other debit cards for its ownThe company will roll out more features for its Real Wallet soon, including rewards that can offset brokerage fees, its CTO told Real Estate News. AJ LaTraceFebruary 14, 2025
BrokeragesWindermere appoints new diversity leader as it recommits to DEIBrooks Glenn will advance the Seattle-based firm's efforts to build "an inclusive culture that inspires people to stay and thrive." Plus, a promotion at BHGRE.Real Estate News StaffFebruary 13, 2025
By the NumbersThe housing data looks ugly. How will the market respond?Demand is weak, rates remain elevated and sellers appear weary — but buyers may return to the market this spring to take advantage of “deals on the margins.”Dave GallagherFebruary 13, 2025
BrokeragesAnywhere CEO: Private listings push is ‘short-sighted’Ryan Schneider reaffirmed Anywhere’s "relax, not repeal" position on Clear Cooperation and reassured investors the company has the tech and people to compete.AJ LaTraceFebruary 13, 2025
By the NumbersRising inflation dims hopes for mortgage rate reliefThe latest CPI data suggests rates will remain elevated heading into the spring shopping season, and some analysts now expect just one rate cut this year.Dave GallagherFebruary 12, 2025
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