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Amie Fisher

Senior Director, News Editing

Amie is a Seattle-based real estate editor and writer with experience covering agent news, consumer housing, rentals and the luxury market. She has led content and editorial teams at Pacaso and Zillow, and previously worked as the managing editor for a regional lifestyle magazine. A Pacific Northwest native, she grew up in rural Southern Oregon among tall trees, baby goats and a territorial rooster.

Brokerage profitability rose in 2025 despite tepid home sales
A new report indicates that the share of profitable brokerages has steadily increased since 2023 — and among those operating in the red, losses have improved.
January 30, 2026
AI use now the norm among real estate agents
A survey of brokerage leaders found that artificial intelligence tools are no longer a “curiosity” but an integral part of “the average agent’s daily workflow.”
January 29, 2026
FTC vs. Zillow discovery proceeds; settlements in SDAR, eXp cases
A dispute over company documents appears to be resolved. Plus, ex-SDAR CEO, eXp recruiter reach deals in separate cases; ex-Alliance CEO accused of defamation.
January 28, 2026
‘Inflated’ agent fees cost consumers thousands, report claims
Standard commission practices harm consumers and fail to reward good agents (or discourage bad ones), according to a new report from the Consumer Policy Center.
January 22, 2026
The Ten: Nykia Wright’s determination to remake NAR
The association’s CEO, an industry outsider, was hired to reshape the beleaguered organization — the “hardest thing” she’s ever done. Is she succeeding?
January 2, 2026
The Ten: Zillow under siege
Lawsuits, criticism and new potential rivals cast a shadow over Zillow’s successes this year — but the search giant has not yet buckled under the pressure.
December 19, 2025
Slowing inflation could complicate rate cut decisions
The November CPI report was based on incomplete data, “complicating interpretation.” Plus, mortgage applications, pending sales fall as buyers remain hesitant.
December 18, 2025
The Ten: With resistance growing, NAR focuses on value, trust
Pushback against the association came from all sides in 2025 as members asserted their independence. In response, NAR sought feedback and promised reforms.
December 17, 2025
Compass v. Zillow hearing: Who made the stronger case?
In their closing arguments, attorneys for the two companies addressed claims of collusion, harm to Compass and more. Now a judge will decide what happens next.
November 25, 2025
Zillow CEO: There’s no boycott — ‘Compass is a partner’
At a hearing in Compass v. Zillow this week, Jeremy Wacksman countered the more fiery testimony of Compass’ CEO, denying a conspiracy and touting transparency.
November 22, 2025
Compass CEO: Zillow, NAR, MLSs ‘profit from the work of others’
Robert Reffkin testified this week at a hearing in Compass v. Zillow, portraying the portal and organized real estate as bullies that limit agent choice.
November 21, 2025
Compass attacks Zillow’s ‘weapons of choice’ in key hearing
On day one of a hearing tied to Compass’ private listing ban lawsuit, attorneys painted sharply different pictures of the two real estate giants.
November 20, 2025
Zillow equates MRED’s private listings to ‘digital redlining’
The search portal — and PLN opponent — released an analysis of MLS listings in Chicagoland suggesting that private listings reinforce racial segregation.
Updated November 22, 2025
Elliman, BHS deepen C-suite; American REA names first exec
The firms appointed chief strategy officers this week as Elliman eyes global growth, BHS focuses on operations. Plus, Mary Frances Coleman joins American REA.
November 13, 2025
Industry execs join forces to launch real estate consultancy
Russ Cofano, a former proptech CEO and eXp president/general counsel, has teamed up with real estate marketing leader Amit Kulkarni to form Alloy Advisors.
October 8, 2025
Reffkin pitches 4 outcomes of ‘transformational’ deal
Compass’ CEO told investors that acquiring Anywhere “unlocks our long-term vision” while assuring agents of support for “brands, platforms and cultures.”
September 23, 2025
Mortgage rates plummet; analysts now predict 3 Fed cuts
Weak jobs data is expected to outweigh inflation numbers as the Fed considers a rate cut next week — which could be followed by more before the end of the year.
September 11, 2025
Where rental investors can find good ROI — and less red tape
The top cities for investors are largely located in Florida and Texas, where home prices are typically lower, demand is strong and regulations favor landlords.
September 9, 2025
Rechat streamlines marketing design with new integration
The all-in-one platform for real estate pros is now linked to Figma, a popular design tool, enabling faster distribution of visual assets to agents and teams.
August 27, 2025
In DC: Tariffs upset financial markets, NAR advocacy pays off
The latest announcements on trade signal a period of continued uncertainty for builders and the economy. Meanwhile, NAR applauds two federal housing bills.
August 1, 2025

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