Brokerage News

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.

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 picking the 3-phased marketing strategy.

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