IndustryNAR hires events VP; Freddie Mac appoints general counselAmanda Whitehead joins NAR "as part of our strategic efforts to continue to add and prove value to Realtors," said CEO Nykia Wright. Real Estate News StaffSeptember 26, 2025
TechRE/MAX invests in its technological future with new hireA 20-year proptech pro joins the franchisor’s C-suite, fortifying its “powerhouse executive team.” Plus, new property insight tools; an AI marketing assistant.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 23, 2025
BrokeragesCompass deal a ‘major power play’ that could disrupt the industryReal estate leaders are speculating on the future of Zillow, NAR and MLSs following the Compass-Anywhere acquisition news, while investors snapped up stock.Dave Gallagher, Real Estate News StaffSeptember 22, 2025
BrokeragesCompass adds 2 teams; Florida indie hires CMOFort Lauderdale and D.C.-based teams with $500M in sales volume move to Compass; Michael Saunders expands its leadership team; eXp, SERHANT grow; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 20, 2025
TechBright, Zillow ink tech partnerships to streamline MLS tasksBright-Ocusell venture simplifies listing entry across multiple MLSs; Zillow-Flexmls integration enables easier media imports; a deal for ListAssist; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 19, 2025
BrokeragesBig gains for Real in DC; a Coldwell Banker M&A in NJThe Landmark Group adds 250 agents to Real’s roster. Plus, Pennsylvania team joins C21 affiliate; KW launches in Hungary; Corcoran, BHS pick up agents.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 17, 2025
MLS/AssnLargest state association launches 'by Realtors for Realtors' toolFlorida Realtors’ e-signature tool is available to all Form Simplicity users. Plus, broker resigns over Charlie Kirk comments; HAR.com adds commercial listings.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 16, 2025
BrokeragesFirstTeam expands; new teams at RE/MAX, Real, The Agency, CBFirstTeam opens its first office in Washington state; CB picks up a $1B Florida team; a luxury sales duo joins The Agency New York; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 13, 2025
IndustryChristie’s, MetroList prioritize growth with new leadership rolesG. Scott Hurlock is now SVP of strategic growth at Christie’s, while MetroList appointed Brian Groth to serve as its first director of sales and marketing.Real Estate News StaffUpdated September 11, 2025
TechZillow adds AI-powered Virtual Staging to ShowcaseThe new tool can instantly add different kinds of furniture to listing photos, “a step forward in making home shopping more immersive,” the company says.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 10, 2025
IndustryNAR antitrust lawyer now chief legal officer at CompassThe appointment of Ethan Glass, lead counsel in the commissions cases, underscores Compass’ “unwavering commitment to seller choice,” CEO Robert Reffkin said.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 9, 2025
Brokerages‘Divine appointment’ brings team to eXp; Corcoran adds $3.5B brokerPlus, Compass nabs Colorado indie; MTV host adds star power to CB Warburg; The Agency Martha’s Vineyard launches; new development pro returns to Elliman; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 6, 2025
BrokeragesPremier Sotheby's goes all-in on marketing; SERHANT nabs $3B teamNorth Carolina's Premier SIR hires two advisors as it part of its "continued investment in elite marketing talent"; the Sky Group joins SERHANT in D.C.; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 3, 2025
TechKeller Williams connections fuel Final Offer’s Texas expansionThe marketplace, which includes pre-market as well as public listings, allows sellers to offer “buy it now” and other pricing with updates to agents and buyers.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 2, 2025
BrokeragesColdwell Banker nabs billion-dollar agent, expands in AlabamaCB and its affiliates also added agents in Miami and Manhattan. Plus, Compass welcomes a builder-turned-agent in NY; Iron Valley launches on the West Coast.Real Estate News StaffAugust 30, 2025
BrokeragesHoward Hanna enters the Peach State; 2 big eXp teams merge in SoCalPlus, Elliman nabs Schemmel Soda Group; Victorica Group rejoins eXp; Virginia brokerage leader appointed to board; The Agency expands in Central America; more.Real Estate News StaffAugust 27, 2025
TechKnock expands funding; RE/MAX launches MaaS platformRealPlus and BuildersUpdate.com introduce new agent tools; WAOR adds Property Shield as a member benefit; Knock becomes profitable; more.Real Estate News StaffAugust 26, 2025
IndustryRealtor.com invests in tech, growth with new CTOA 20-year technology veteran has joined the company to lead tech strategy and “accelerate innovation.” Meanwhile, Rocket’s president is set to retire. Real Estate News StaffAugust 25, 2025
Brokerages3 Real teams unite; Florida indie nabs top agent for new officeThe Benson Crew becomes Real’s largest team in Canada; Michael Saunders & Company moves into St. Petersburg; an ERA affiliate merges with Vail firm.Real Estate News StaffAugust 23, 2025
MLS/AssnMLS picks a new name to reflect ‘the future of real estate’SABOR MLS’s rebranding honors subscribers’ “professionalism, insight and impact.” Plus, Bright has a new data share; NorthstarMLS grows; an NAR rival is hiring.Real Estate News StaffAugust 22, 2025