MLS/AssnAnother Stellar MLS data share; a new look for Maine ListingsThe Florida-based MLS’s data connectivity efforts continue with a new State-Wide MLS partnership. Plus, Maine Listings shares the meaning behind its new logo.Real Estate News StaffOctober 7, 2025
TechA Zillow-ChatGPT integration; Elliman launches AI assistantPlus, Lone Wolf’s partnership with CAR deepens; Final Offer enters a new market; ATTOM launches Transparent Owner; CubiCasa hits a milestone; more.Real Estate News StaffUpdated October 7, 2025
BrokeragesNew teams at eXp, West + Main; C21, Corcoran expandPlus, Baird & Warner nabs a veteran Chicagoland agent; ERA picks up a family-owned brokerage; Christie’s adds an affiliate in Italy; $100M agent joins CB; more.Real Estate News StaffOctober 4, 2025
IndustryNew presidents at HomeSmart, NAMB; MBA COO to retireTech and brokerage leader Stacey Onnen joins HomeSmart; MBA announces 9 promotions as COO Marcia Davies prepares to leave; Kimber White now president at NAMB.Real Estate News StaffOctober 1, 2025
MLS/AssnTexas’ 2 largest MLSs activate data shareDallas-based NTREIS and Houston-based HAR.com have launched a partnership that gives broad listings exposure to their 100,000+ combined subscribers.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 30, 2025
BrokeragesKW, Compass gain teams; CIRE wins over $1B Florida firm10-agent team joins KW in Pennsylvania; Hilton "tastemakers" move to Compass; indie brings 130 agents to Christie's in Jacksonville; eXp enters S. Korea; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 27, 2025
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