Andrea V. Brambila

Director, News Reporting

Andrea has covered the real estate industry since 2009, specializing in legal and policy issues affecting associations, MLSs and brokerages. Her award-winning journalism at Inman was recognized for its accuracy and fairness, and her articles have been cited as reputable sources in legal filings and prominent mainstream publications. A San Francisco native, Andrea earned her master's degree at the UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism and moonlights as a karate instructor and genealogist.

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Damian Eales: Private listings are a 'right side of history' test
At the MLS Forum in D.C. last week, the Realtor.com CEO described the shift toward a market “where information is not shared” as “almost incomprehensible.”
June 24, 2026
NAR rejects proposal to disclose Realtor knowledge gaps
Nearly an hour was spent debating the idea, with some calling it an “ethical duty” as others said it would “create ‘ahas’ or ‘gotchas’” in NAR’s Code of Ethics.
June 19, 2026
NAR leader on PLNs: Consumer should be ‘able to see everything’
Newly elected first vice president Pete Kopf stressed the importance of protecting consumer interests — and responsive leadership — in remarks to directors.
June 18, 2026
NAR: Stop calling yourself a ‘top Realtor’
The association’s trademark lawyer told attendees at NAR’s midyear meetings that Realtor is not a job title — and encouraged members to report use violations.
June 17, 2026
NAR revises down home sale, mortgage rate forecasts — again
NAR’s chief economist initially expected existing home sales to jump 14% in 2026. But after a lackluster spring, he no longer believes that’s in the cards.
June 16, 2026
AI is shrinking the knowledge gap between agents, consumers
At NAR’s midyear conference, real estate pros were urged to adopt AI now — despite a lack of clarity around who’s responsible if something goes wrong.
June 16, 2026
NAR CEO: Good leaders embrace their adversaries
At the Realtors Legislative Meetings in D.C., historian Doris Kearns Goodwin spoke with Nykia Wright about the themes of adversity, strength and leadership.
June 15, 2026
Google to serve up real estate listings nationwide
After testing out a limited pilot program in eight major markets, HouseCanary’s partnership with the search giant is expanding across all 50 states.
June 11, 2026
AI poised to ‘break’ agent commission model, report says
A new Alloy Advisors report suggests consumers are overpaying for about half of the costs involved in selling a home as AI streamlines the transaction process.
June 11, 2026
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
NAR rulemaking among ‘biggest systemic risks’ to the industry
Dan Duffy, CEO of United Real Estate, explains why NAR reforms need to go further and shares the “new paradigm” he and other leaders hope to see.
November 26, 2025
REX isn't giving up on a Supreme Court hearing
REX asks SCOTUS to reconsider reviewing its antitrust lawsuit against NAR and Zillow. Plus, authorities ask for court guidance in an agent sex trafficking case.
November 18, 2025
Zillow blasts Compass’ ‘hidden listing scheme’ ahead of hearing
The first Compass-Zillow hearing begins Nov. 18. Plus, Batton class status denied; Lutz trial date is set; Alexander brothers sex trafficking trial to proceed.
November 13, 2025
Alexander brothers detail defamation claims against The Real Deal
The Nov. 3 complaint seeks $500M in damages, alleging TRD ran “false and misleading stories” accusing the brothers of rape. They are currently awaiting trial.
Updated November 12, 2025
Class certification in homebuyer commissions case hits a wall
The judge in the Batton case berated plaintiffs over the inclusion of sellers in their proposed class, but suggested two possible paths forward.
November 4, 2025
Judge denies Zillow request to block Compass agent testimony
The agent, who was told she violated Zillow's private listing ban, will testify in November. Plus, a new claim in eXp misconduct case; Batton damages revised.
October 31, 2025
Brokers to NAR: Fix these 6 core areas to ‘restore trust’
New broker group says the association must put words into action if it hopes to “quiet the masses that believe NAR is lip servicing the changes being made.”
October 27, 2025
New broker group demands accountability from NAR
The working group of 15 executives representing roughly 100K agents is pushing for "real changes" around finances, governance and legally vulnerable policies.
October 25, 2025
NAR policies ‘didn’t contemplate’ AI — so now what?
Zillow’s ChatGPT integration has sparked conversations about innovation, transparency and how the industry should navigate an increasingly AI-driven world.
October 24, 2025
Zillow’s ChatGPT integration forces industry reckoning
MLSs and other leaders scramble to understand the implications of this first-of-its kind push into the AI space — and how to ensure listing data is protected.
October 22, 2025