AJ LaTrace

Director, News Reporting

AJ has covered real estate for the last decade as a reporter and editor for publications including Vox Media's Curbed, Chicago magazine and Business Insider. At Business Insider, AJ led the brand's coverage of how everyday people invest in real estate as a means of gaining financial independence, and he reported on big-picture trends and pain points in the broader U.S. real estate market. AJ is based in Chicago, where he also moonlights as a small-time landlord.

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eXp’s CEO on Clear Cooperation: You can’t take but not give
Want to repeal the CCP? Then you shouldn’t be able to build your own listing networks while pulling from the cooperative MLS feed, says eXp CEO Leo Pareja.
November 13, 2024
Realtor.com's 'Trust' claim gets OK following CoStar complaint
BBB National Programs ruled in favor of Realtor.com, saying it “provided a reasonable basis” for its claim of being “#1 Site Real Estate Professionals Trust.”
November 8, 2024
Anywhere could be ‘biggest beneficiary’ if Clear Cooperation is repealed
During a Q3 earnings call, CEO Ryan Schneider reiterated his support of the CCP but said large firms would be the winners if it goes away. Revenue, income fell.
November 8, 2024
Typical seller is older than ever, gets full asking price
An aging seller pool reflects a trend also seen among buyers — but sellers have retained the upper hand, rarely reducing prices or offering incentives.
November 8, 2024
Search by beds, baths — and who your neighbors voted for
Home listings on the Flyhomes search portal now show the breakdown of recent presidential and congressional voting trends in any given community.
November 6, 2024
Fathom Holdings acquires major brokerage player in Arizona
The quickly growing company said the acquisition of My Home Group will help bolster brokerage transactions as well as mortgage and title services.
November 4, 2024
Today’s buyers look vastly different from a generation ago
NAR’s annual profile of homebuyers, which includes several new records, illustrates just how hard of a market it’s been for would-be homeowners.
November 4, 2024
CoStar scores a win, but Move has another play
A federal judge granted CoStar’s request to dismiss two claims from the Realtor.com trade secrets case, but Move plans to proceed with an amended complaint.
October 30, 2024
Agents see a brighter sales outlook ahead
Two new surveys point to increasing optimism despite mortgage rate and election uncertainty, a sign that post-settlement anxiety could be waning.
October 29, 2024
Douglas Elliman fires brokerage CEO
Scott Durkin, who led Douglas Elliman Realty, was terminated just days after the CEO of its parent company stepped down.
October 28, 2024
Real Brokerage bolsters agent financial tools, AI-powered tech
The company announced a number of product updates this week, including the release of its much-anticipated Real Wallet and enhancements to its Leo AI assistant.
October 25, 2024
Douglas Elliman CEO resigns as company faces multiple challenges
Longtime CEO Howard Lorber announced his retirement from the company as board member and entrepreneur Michael Liebowitz takes over the top spot.
October 23, 2024
Be wary of industry players ‘attempting to sow chaos’
In a livestream presentation, Anywhere’s Sue Yannaccone warned of misinformation around Clear Cooperation and encouraged agents to share their views.
October 17, 2024
Could portals ‘go full-blown brokerage’ if Clear Cooperation goes away?
A panel of industry veterans debated the policy and discussed various scenarios for residential real estate should the CCP be repealed.
October 16, 2024
Bigger teams spend more — but their agents make more
A joint research effort revealed what the typical team looks like and how teams allocate their resources toward lead gen and referrals.
October 12, 2024
Local association pauses Clear Cooperation — will others follow?
A decision by Park City Realtors could signal a shift in local associations’ willingness to abide by NAR policies, and comes as the CCP debate intensifies.
October 11, 2024
What is the value of MLSs and associations post-settlement?
A recent survey found that many agents are not satisfied with local association services and find MLSs less relevant in light of new industry rules.
October 11, 2024
Zillow stands firm on opposition to private listing networks
President Susan Daimler reiterated the company's support for the Clear Cooperation Policy, and called private networks "terrible" for consumers and agents.
October 9, 2024
Pocket listings lawsuit now focused solely on NAR
In a fourth amended complaint, Top Agent Network has doubled down on its allegations that Clear Cooperation is anticompetitive and anti-consumer choice.
October 4, 2024
EasyKnock takes victory lap after $153K arbitration ruling
The sale-leaseback proptech mired in legal action celebrated a win that absolved the firm of wrongdoing and awarded it over $153,000 for past due rent and fees.
October 4, 2024