Brokerage News

The Real Brokerage and Realty ONE Group have each paid millions to home sellers, but now face litigation from buyers claiming they paid inflated prices.

The two companies are rolling out a new pricing program for clients as part of the July 1 announcement.

Plus, two Texas-based Corcoran affiliates join forces; BHGRE opens new California office; two teams rejoin Compass; Christie’s adds Caribbean office; more.

The union of venerable Baird & Warner and “friendly competitor” Dream Town will create the 2nd-largest brokerage in the region, with about 3,000 agents.

Ally Realty's Anthony Ruperto is working to make homeownership accessible to all. "I see it as my responsibility as a Realtor," he says, "to call for change."

The deals in Gibson and Keel total more than $20 million, closing another chapter in the years-long litigation over agent fees.

Barri Rafferty, a media relations pro with prior CEO experience, will lead Anywhere’s communications teams as the brokerage eyes new growth opportunities.

Watch the conversation with OB Jacobi as the Windermere leader explains why he was compelled to take a stand and the legal consequences brokerages could face.

“Living in Houston, Texas” star Kyler Ferris joins eXp; an agent with over $2B in career sales joins Compass; KW opens a new master franchise in Europe; more.

The brokerage giant and a Washington state MLS have been butting heads over pre-marketing rules and private listings. Now a jury may get to decide who’s right.

John Finn, co-founder of Virginia’s largest Black-owned brokerage, has seen a lot over his long career. One constant? His belief that diversity fosters success.

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.