Lillian Dickerson

Director, News Reporting

Lillian has covered all aspects of the real estate industry, from breaking news to in-depth profiles of celebrity agents, since 2020. She was introduced to real estate journalism by writing neighborhood profiles for the niche Washington, D.C.-based blog UrbanTurf while working full-time as an assistant at a law firm, and later spent six years as a reporter at Inman News. When she's not writing, Lillian enjoys singing in community choirs, traveling to far-flung places and visiting family on the East Coast.

Domino effect likely as MLS pre-marketing holdout shifts course
Northwest MLS’s new “First Look” listing option toes the line between offering pre-marketing flexibility and preserving the transparency state law requires.
September 7, 2026
Compass, NWMLS settle 16-month legal battle
The Washington state-based MLS will offer a new “First Look” listing option starting Sept. 4 as part of the settlement agreement.
August 31, 2026
Former Meta exec tapped as new Redfin CEO
Alessio Sanfilippo has spent his career leading product, data & AI initiatives “to make complex products work better for enormous audiences,” Rocket’s CEO said.
August 31, 2026
Real REMAX Group pressing pause on Motto Mortgage
The combined company previously told Motto owners that “business will continue to move forward as it does today” but has now said franchise growth will cease.
August 28, 2026
Gail Liniger, REMAX co-founder and former CEO, has died
Liniger was core to the company’s growth and vision from its founding in 1973. News of her passing came just days after Real’s acquisition of REMAX closed.
August 27, 2026
Brokerage leader concerns about AI rebound as the tech advances
An annual survey found that real estate leaders are now more worried about AI risks, including compliance and data security, than they were in 2025.
August 27, 2026
Only 1 in 3 sellers are negotiating agent commissions
Many agents will lower their commission when asked, but sellers are still largely in the dark about how the process works and what they’re required to pay.
August 26, 2026
Zillow, Redfin strike deal with FTC to avoid trial
Redfin can keep receiving syndicated rental listings from Zillow but will restart its own rental listings business by 2027. And Zillow has agreed to help.
August 24, 2026
eXp, Sanford released from some claims in sexual assault case
At a trial now pushed to October, eXp World Holdings and its CEO will not face liability claims tied to former agents accused of sex trafficking and assault.
August 21, 2026
President, EVP out at REMAX after shareholders approve deal
Chris Lim and Travis Saxton had been affiliated with REMAX for about 1½ years and are leaving as The Real Brokerage acquisition of the franchisor takes shape.
August 18, 2026
Exclusive: Compass president on Reffkin, balancing ‘big and boutique’
Neda Navab, who has known Compass’ CEO for over 20 years, says he “genuinely wants to build a better industry” for agents and their clients.
August 10, 2026
Real’s revenue jumps 30% with REMAX deal pending
Ahead of a planned vote on Real’s acquisition of REMAX, CEO Tamir Poleg said the two companies have an “opportunity to write the industry’s next great chapter.”
August 6, 2026
Zillow beats Q2 forecasts with 18% spike in revenue
A day after laying off 500 employees, the portal giant reported positive momentum in Q2 — but the company’s stock price still fell in after-hours trading.
August 5, 2026
Batton judge grants final approval of KW, REMAX settlements
The brokerages will pay nearly $30 million in combined damages. The Aug. 4 ruling resolves all homebuyer claims and related future actions against the firms.
August 5, 2026
Howard Hanna betting on ‘certainty’ amid wave of consolidation
As the brokerage landscape continues to shift, Howard Hanna NYC leader Michael Rossi says the firm is asserting its brand power with an eye toward growth.
August 4, 2026
Divergent views on what benefits buyers, what’s best for agents
A new Zillow survey found that nearly 9 in 10 agents believe independent representation is good for buyers — but less than two-thirds think it helps agents.
August 3, 2026
Compass data suggests listing on Zillow comes at a cost
The brokerage released an analysis of its listings showing that those posted on Zillow sold for 1.3% less than “banned” listings. Some experts disagree.
July 31, 2026
A big leap for ARA as Compass opts in
The alignment brings a strong and sizable partner to the upstart association, which now has the potential to substantially grow its ranks.
Updated July 29, 2026
LPT parent acquires AI company focused on ID’ing consumer intent
Speculo’s Remi AI tool tracks changes in intent and flags leads for human follow-up. The deal adds to LPT Aperture Holdings’ portfolio of industry-facing tech.
July 28, 2026
Compass’ chief economist has his eye on the AI housing boom
Tech wealth is having a “really dramatic” impact on housing in San Francisco, Mike Simonsen said. What he wants to know is when — or if — the trend will spread.
July 27, 2026