Realtor.com has nearly a third of the market, CEO says
The search portal touted strong traffic numbers alongside steady revenue growth, highlighting improved product sales and its recent Zillow listings partnership.
May 11, 2026
Industry News
The trends, shifts and services affecting the industry as a whole.
- Rocket confident of ‘ability to outperform’ in down marketBorrower demand remains high, Rocket reported, and investments in AI will help it “take even more ground when the market improves,” CEO Varun Krishna said.May 7, 2026
- A CEO transition at HSF Affiliates; Compass exec promotedJason Waugh to take the helm at HSF Affiliates in 2027. Plus, a new leader at Coldwell Banker Affiliates; Compass names president of integrated services; more.Updated May 8, 2026
- Revenue jumps 18% as Zillow touts ‘indispensable’ platformRentals and mortgages fueled the 18% gain, with tech as the linchpin. “We are rapidly becoming an AI-native company,” Zillow’s CEO said.May 6, 2026
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- The MLS/CLAW partners with Compass, revises its IDX policyThe MLS, which is joining forces with the brokerage giant, will allow agents to pre-market listings to members only — without syndication to third-party sites.May 6, 2026
- Zillow, Realtor.com joining forces on ‘Preview’ listingsLess than two months after the portals launched competing pre-market listings programs, the search giants have now agreed to collaborate on listing display.May 5, 2026
- Real estate’s most ‘loyal customer’ — and how to win them overYoung Latinos are a large (and growing) homebuying demographic, and agents who serve them well will “have a customer for life,” says NAHREP CEO Gary Acosta.May 4, 2026
- HUD accuses NAR of ‘misguided advice’ in letter to agentsThe letter outlines “the proper understanding of steering” under the Fair Housing Act. Plus, Biden-era energy policy tossed; DOJ to seek appeal in Fed probe.May 1, 2026
- CMLS CEO to depart; Compass names people leader; new CEO at BuffiniDenee Evans steps down on May 31. Plus, Anywhere's Tanya Reu-Narvaez retains C-suite role at Compass International Holdings; Darin Dawson now CEO at Buffini.May 1, 2026
- Judge denies request to halt NAR settlement in TuccoriThe deal can proceed, at least for now, though a similar request is with an appeals court. Plus, three Batton defendants respond to an amended complaint.April 30, 2026
- Fed keeps rates frozen as Powell prepares for leadership handoffIn what may be his final press conference as Fed chair, Jerome Powell urged support for a central bank “free of political influence.”April 29, 2026
- Batton plaintiffs move to block NAR deal in commissions caseNAR’s $52 million settlement in a related case is “a prototypical reverse auction,” according to an April 28 preliminary injunction request.April 29, 2026
- CoStar beats revenue forecast amid ‘drumbeat of negative coverage’In its 60th consecutive quarter of double-digit revenue growth, CoStar reported a 23% jump in revenue in Q1, bolstering projections for the rest of the year.April 28, 2026
- Compass, United the latest to settle in TuccoriThe deals are pending, with few details disclosed. Plus, Weichert negotiates with Batton plaintiffs; Compass rebuts NWMLS claims; TRD defamation suit dropped.April 28, 2026
- KW adds C-suite role; Elliman names national brokerage presidentChristopher Brodhead will serve as KW’s new chief revenue officer. Plus, Lena Johnson to lead brokerage operations at Elliman; CIH hires home sale pro; more.April 28, 2026
- NAR chief economist offers ‘best guess’ about Fed rate cutsThe next Fed chair may push for a mid-year short-term interest rate cut, Lawrence Yun predicts. Plus, mortgage rates could approach 7% if the Iran war drags on.April 28, 2026
- Heavy investment in Homes.com is paying off, CEO saysDespite a “very brutal” public battle with shareholders over spending on Homes.com, Andy Florance says agent subscription growth proves the playbook is working.April 25, 2026
- DOJ drops Fed probe, clearing path for Trump’s nomineeThe widely criticized investigation was stalling a Senate confirmation vote on Kevin Warsh, who has been tapped to lead the central bank as chair.April 24, 2026
- Portals are ‘increasingly closing their ecosystem’: Realtor.com CEODamian Eales is frustrated that the industry is spending so much time on pre-marketing debates — and so little time addressing the housing supply crunch.April 24, 2026
- MRED opens access to all agents — with Compass the first to joinThe Chicago MLS, which runs a private listing network, is expanding nationwide to give agents “more choices.” It will receive Compass’ full listing inventory.April 24, 2026
- Zillow CEO bullish about AI’s potential, opportunities for agentsThe company is using AI to improve its own efficiency — and to build better tools for real estate professionals, CEO Jeremy Wacksman said.April 23, 2026
- Gary Keller’s blunt message for MLS leadersThe Keller Williams co-founder called on MLSs to “clean up their business” — or risk losing it — amid the increasing push toward private listings.Updated April 24, 2026
- The state of the housing market? It ‘sucks,’ Rocket CEO saysVarun Krishna thinks the industry “is not working” as it should — which is why he’s pushing for modernization, inventory fixes and a better consumer experience.April 22, 2026
- HomeServices names new SVP; ENRG appoints brokerage leaderLacey Conway, formerly president of Long & Foster, is now SVP at HomeServices of America. Plus, Donnie Pingaro promoted to chief brokerage officer at ENRG.April 22, 2026
