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Less than two months after the portals launched competing pre-market listings programs, the search giants have now agreed to collaborate on listing display.

Sales of new single-family homes climbed 3.3% year-over-year in March as builders continued offering incentives, giving buyers “some serious purchasing power.”

In the wake of the popular chatbot’s launch, home sale prices in San Francisco’s poshest ZIP codes saw an outsized surge compared to the market overall.

Video can no longer be viewed as an extra in marketing, argues Real exec Jason Cassity — it is now “the most efficient distribution channel for your brand.”

A survey of recent buyers and LOs found that affordability is a top stressor, and nearly half of young buyers have been at risk of missing a mortgage payment.

Young Latinos are a large (and growing) homebuying demographic, and agents who serve them well will “have a customer for life,” says NAHREP CEO Gary Acosta.

A recent survey found that many prospective buyers are in possession of incorrect or outdated information. It’s up to agents to set the record straight.

In a rapid-fire, eyebrow-raising presentation to real estate leaders, the Compass International Holdings CEO made a case for “restoring” the MLS of the past.

Agents today are inundated with options for services and partnerships, but alignment is key, according to a panel of real estate professionals.

An ERA merger creates a 300-agent Bay Area network. Plus, C21 expands in Virginia, Kentucky; 30-year industry vet joins eXp; Compass adds 15-agent team; more.

The letter outlines “the proper understanding of steering” under the Fair Housing Act. Plus, Biden-era energy policy tossed; DOJ to seek appeal in Fed probe.

Watch the conversation as Side CEO Guy Gal explains why his firm strives to “uncouple the brokerage from the brand” and help agents create equity.

Denee Evans steps down on May 31. Plus, Anywhere's Tanya Reu-Narvaez retains C-suite role at Compass International Holdings; Darin Dawson now CEO at Buffini.

Now that he’s spent a year assessing the company and strategizing its next moves, Chris Czarnecki says it’s time to start rolling out new tools and programs.

The Tennessee-based MLS announced it would expand its service across the U.S., following in the footsteps of Chicago’s MRED.

The deal can proceed, at least for now, though a similar request is with an appeals court. Plus, three Batton defendants respond to an amended complaint.

Georgia, Tenn. and Alabama MLSs team up. Plus, Broker Public Portal to power home search for Northstar, Metrolist; Illinois Realtors partners with MRED; more.

New data shows increases in pending sales, new listings and touring activity — but geopolitical and job market concerns continue to challenge the spring market.

CRMLS CEO Art Carter and Bright MLS CEO Brian Donnellan grapple with how to respond as more brokers seek alternatives to the MLS to promote their listings.