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.

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Gibson claims against Berkshire Hathaway Energy will proceed
The holding company is not off the hook simply because its subsidiary, HomeServices of America, already settled a similar case, the court ruled.
April 9, 2026
eXp loses bid to get fraud claims tossed in sexual misconduct case
Plaintiffs in the lawsuit filed in 2023 have met the legal standard to claim fraudulent misrepresentation by the firm and its parent company, a court ruled.
April 8, 2026
Zillow economist calls out Redfin for ‘mischaracterizing’ research
A study suggesting that pre-marketing could lead to an inventory boost has been criticized by Zillow Chief Economist Mischa Fisher: “The math doesn't hold up.”
April 8, 2026
NAR urges courts to consider recent dismissal of membership suit
After a judge dismissed the Hardy case in Michigan, NAR and regional associations facing similar suits in other states hope the ruling will work in their favor.
April 6, 2026
NWMLS counterclaim strikes back at Compass over ‘deceptive scheme’
The Washington-based MLS, which was sued by the brokerage a year ago, said it’s fighting “a battle for the future of the American real estate market.”
Updated April 3, 2026
Older empty nesters still own about 1 in 4 large homes
Baby boomers whose kids live elsewhere own about 28% of the nation’s large homes while millennial parents — who own about 16% — struggle for a slice of the pie.
April 2, 2026
NAR’s committee overhaul continues with a focus on ‘expertise’
A new “Expertise Profile” will now be part of the application process. “We want members with the right experience, ideas and leadership,” NAR’s president said.
April 2, 2026
Pocket listings really do sell for more — at least in Dallas
New research analyzing 20 years of metro-area transactions found that homes sold off-market earned a 1.7% premium — but the findings may not apply elsewhere.
April 1, 2026
NAR vows to ‘evolve’ governance, announces committee reductions
Eight of the association’s 95-plus committees will be sunset this year in “an important first step” toward increasing efficiency, NAR’s president said.
April 1, 2026
Louisiana judge dismisses NAR 3-way agreement lawsuit
The ruling in the mandatory membership case ends most claims against NAR and local associations, but federal claims against an MLS exec could be refiled.
March 26, 2026
ARMLS adopts new independent board model
The new structure will allow for “more objective, forward-looking decisions,” according to the Arizona-based MLS — and lower the risk of future litigation.
March 26, 2026
The women making powerhouse moves in real estate
The 2026 Swanepoel Power 200 has designated Nykia Wright, CEO of the National Association of Realtors, as the most powerful woman in the industry.
March 26, 2026
Zillow adds new ‘Preview’ partners after ‘undeniable’ response
Days after launching, Zillow’s pre-market listings product has added 24 new partners in what CEO Jeremy Wacksman described as a “signal from the industry.”
March 25, 2026