Brokerage News

Home sellers can find much of the same value with low-cost brokers as they can with traditional agents, according to Consumer Policy Center researchers.

The complaint filed in Oregon alleges Compass agents contacted a homeowner multiple times even though the phone number was listed on the Do Not Call Registry.

A lawsuit filed in New York is the latest in a string of cases filed in Pennsylvania, Texas and Florida. KW settled the Florida suit in 2023 for $40 million.

RE/MAX, BHGRE and C21 add new teams in California; C21 Integra is now operating in 14 states; a brokerage leader joins Corcoran in Manhattan; more.

The brokerage has faced multiple lawsuits over its controversial listing agreements, which sparked allegations of predatory and deceptive behavior.

HomeSmart CEO Matt Widdows reveals how centralizing tech, services and support has fueled the Arizona-based company’s quiet rise while shaping its culture.

Michelle Ressler was fired in April by Real, which cited misconduct. Ressler says the claims were “manufactured” as a way to oust her after having a baby.

Watch the conversation as Keller Williams’ co-founder discusses the challenges of a slow market. “My advice to everyone is, do not stray from the fundamentals.”

Digital collaboration expert Erica Dhawan says the key to success is the ability to operate as a “super connector” — embracing AI, but focusing on humanity.

Douglas Elliman embarks on international expansion plans; The Agency opens its first Madrid office; C21 snaps up an indie in the Pacific Northwest; more.

Stephen Baird of Baird & Warner has seen many brokerage giants rise and fall over the decades and believes a similar scenario may be playing out right now.

In an address to Compass agents, CEO Robert Reffkin declared the debate over “choice and control” to be “the most important moment in real estate history.”

A new study shows that teams have moved from the sidelines to the center of the action, transforming the real estate industry in ways that can feel painful.

Upstart taps industry vet to grow “ethical” firm; Coldwell Banker nabs Minn., Conn. teams; Sotheby’s adds luxury SoCal team; Compass grows in Aspen.

The 685-word document lays out possible benefits and risks — notably, less buyer interest and a lower sale price — when choosing the 3-phase marketing strategy.

Chris Kelly, who stepped into the CEO role in April, is assessing HomeServices’ backend systems and its acquisitions strategy.

LeadingRE’s Jessica Edgerton explained how regional and family firms can excel by reacting to market changes quickly and building culture and trust.

Coldwell Banker and C21 nab new affiliates; eXp adds over 100 agents in Arizona and Nebraska; The Agency expands its reach in Texas; more.

After months of sparring between attorneys in the Hooper and Gibson commissions lawsuits, a Georgia judge has allowed the deals to move forward.

Bloomberg reports that the brokerage giant offered $4 a share as part of a proposed merger deal involving the New York-based firm.