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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The Ten 2024: New rules, old battles and seeking ‘peace’
Leaders stepped up as the NAR settlement changed the game, Clear Cooperation fueled division and the Department of Justice stoked fears in this surprising year.
Updated January 6, 2025
Compass to acquire @properties, Christie's International Real Estate
The $444 million deal brings the 8th-largest brokerage firm into the Compass fold and represents the brokerage giant’s first major move into the global market.
December 2, 2024
Judge defends ‘fair’ settlements with NAR, HomeServices
While class members “may not recover every dollar they paid to real estate agents, that is the nature of settlements,” Judge Bough wrote in his Nov. 27 order.
November 27, 2024
NAR’s next president: This industry is ‘worth fighting for’
Kevin Brown, who will lead NAR in 2026, says he’s seen “the transformative power of homeownership” to move people out of poverty. “That’s why I do this.”
November 27, 2024
Judge approves $700 million in deals with NAR, HomeServices
A last-minute filing by the DOJ and a handful of objections failed to derail the settlements, which cap more than five years of litigation in Sitzer/Burnett.
Updated November 26, 2024
Reffkin ‘mischaracterizes’ new Clear Cooperation data, report author says
The Compass CEO said more than a third of consumers prefer private listings and called out "false narratives" from MLSs. Does that tell the whole story?
November 25, 2024
What Realtors should know about ‘golden ticket’ for homebuyers
HUD leader explains the benefits of housing counseling and the “critical role” of agents, says the agency has no “official position” on the NAR settlement.
November 21, 2024
Why NAHREP is speaking out in favor of Clear Cooperation
The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals says the much-debated policy “helps ensure all buyers have equal access to available properties.”
November 19, 2024
NAR’s ‘lavish’ spending includes six-figure pay for volunteers
Leaders spent thousands on Hamilton tickets and other luxuries with corporate credit cards, as former execs stayed on the payroll, The New York Times reported.
November 18, 2024
Compass unveils luxury-focused vacation home business
Agents with Compass Resorts go beyond white-glove treatment and become "more like wealth managers" to support clients in this space, its founders say.
November 13, 2024
NAR seeking outside help to get ahead of antitrust issues
CEO Nykia Wright said she is also engaging a chief human resources officer, as well as a special advisor to help re-establish broker relationships.
November 11, 2024
What’s next for Opendoor after layoffs and $78 million loss?
Top iBuyer highlights new products and shifts in agent pay as it joins Offerpad, Elliman and Fathom in finding bright spots after tough third-quarter results.
November 10, 2024
The future of MLS? It's Zillow, says Compass CEO
Robert Reffkin said “it’s only a matter of time” before Zillow becomes a national MLS. Zillow, meanwhile, advocated for a strong MLS and equal access to data.
November 9, 2024
NAR president works to rally ‘the boots on the ground’
Kevin Sears kicked off NAR NXT with an acknowledgement of real estate industry challenges and a message of unity. His go-to message: “We protect consumers.”
November 8, 2024
Real continues its rise, focused ‘on what we can control’
The company says its innovative AI and financial products give it an edge as it increases revenue and agent count despite a difficult housing market.
November 7, 2024
Howard Hanna expands its presence in Ohio, South Carolina
The major independent firm announced a pair of deals this week that support its strategy of steady growth across the eastern U.S.
October 31, 2024
New startup looks to level the playing field for coaches
The goal of The Helm, founded and advised by notable real estate leaders, is to help more women become coaches without sacrificing business success.
October 30, 2024
eXp rolling out rev share changes
The company is responding to “a critical time for agents,” said founder Glenn Sanford. New incentives will take effect Nov. 1.
October 29, 2024
NAR board punts decision on Clear Cooperation
The Leadership Team will now take up the issue, with "no specific date" for resolution. Meanwhile, CMLS calls a hasty repeal of CCP "reckless and unnecessary."
October 28, 2024
Clear Cooperation moves closer to its future
An MLS advisory board within the National Association of Realtors is continuing its “robust” discussion of the divisive policy. Here’s what could come next.
October 24, 2024