Stephanie Reid-Simons

Senior Vice President

Stephanie followed her grandpa's path into journalism, reporting and editing her way into leadership roles with news teams covering everything from courts and crime to entertainment, sports and business. At Amazon and Zillow, she used her strategic storytelling skills to earn the attention of millions of people, establish a content marketing practice and help build a creative agency. She enjoys spending time with her family and tackling overly ambitious home-improvement projects.

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NAR might have more paths to victory in commissions cases
Defendants presented opening arguments during week one of the Sitzer/Burnett trial. An industry lawyer sees two additional ways they might prevail in court.
October 21, 2023
Mixed perspectives on NAR following Redfin’s exit
Zillow, Windermere affirm their commitment to the association, while a top brokerage leader calls out “dysfunctionality” and a disconnect from member needs.
October 13, 2023
Anywhere, RE/MAX drop buyer commission and NAR requirements
The brokerage giants have agreed to significant policy changes as part of their settlement agreements in the Sitzer/Burnett and Moehrl commissions cases.
Updated October 6, 2023
eXp launches app for off-market listings
The company says eXp Exclusives is not meant to replace MLSs, but it provides a way to work with sellers who want to keep their listings private.
October 4, 2023
Gurtej Sodhi, CIO at Crye-Leike Real Estate, has died
A respected tech leader, Sodhi spent nearly 30 years at Crye-Leike and held numerous roles on national boards.
October 3, 2023
MV Realty files for bankruptcy amid legal turmoil
The brokerage, which offered homeowners cash in exchange for a 40-year right-to-list agreement, has been bogged down by lawsuits and investigations.
September 22, 2023
Zillow Gone Wild goes HGTV
The Instagram fave will become a “property event series” on HGTV in 2024, plus The Agency founder Mauricio Umansky will join Dancing with the Stars.
September 14, 2023
NAR stands with CEO amid turmoil
NAR leaders affirmed Bob Goldberg as CEO during an emergency meeting days after the association’s president resigned following sexual harassment allegations.
August 31, 2023
NAR president resigns in the wake of sexual harassment allegations
Just two days after the New York Times published claims of harassment, retaliation and intimidation at the association, Kenny Parcell has stepped down.
Updated August 28, 2023
Agent launches campaign calling for change at NAR
Allegations of sexual harassment at NAR, followed by "very emotional" calls from association employees, sparked a new initiative now gaining steam.
Updated August 30, 2023
A rallying cry as lawsuits over agent pay 'hit a critical point'
T3 Sixty has sent an open letter to the real estate industry, urging everyone to take action now to get ahead of potential rulings in commissions lawsuits.
July 12, 2023
'Mounting pressure' on industry as MLS agrees to settle commission suit
MLS PIN has agreed to pay $3 million and stop requiring sellers to offer buyer-broker compensation, a practice at the core of two other major lawsuits.
Updated July 11, 2023
NAR CEO to retire in 2024; search for replacement underway
Bob Goldberg announced that he will leave the role with the National Association of Realtors when his current contract ends on Dec. 31, 2024.
Updated June 28, 2023
Real Estate News columnists bring home top industry awards
Leading economist Dr. Paul Bishop and respected broker J. Philip Faranda were honored by the National Association of Real Estate Editors at their annual event.
June 9, 2023
KW president on what eXp, Zillow — and Gary Keller — have wrought
Marc King explains why Keller Williams needs to be the tech company of choice and why the industry needs agents who value service over shortcuts.
May 20, 2023
Butterflies, the “Easy Bus” and a plan for tough times
HomeServices of America CEO Gino Blefari knows what agents are facing — and what they’re capable of. His advice? Keep going. Winning is possible.
May 16, 2023
A tough first quarter for top Canadian brokerage company
Bridgemarq Real Estate Services reported a net loss of $4.7 million, attributing the drop to the housing market downturn.
May 11, 2023
NAR move will increase 2024 dues by 4%
NAR has approved a proposal that would increase dues based on the inflation rate. This will raise 2024 dues to $156 (from $150).
Updated May 11, 2023
CTO gets Real about new AI tools, and risks
ChatGPT is not hard to add to your site. The challenge comes in doing it the right way, so you don’t hurt your brand with “hallucinations.”
May 5, 2023
Anywhere on track with cuts but still loses $138 million
The company missed analyst expectations by $0.48 per share but achieved cost savings of $50 million while legal headwinds put pressure on the bottom line.
May 3, 2023