Industry News

The 25% tariffs were expected to increase the cost of home construction materials. Set to take effect on Feb. 4, they have now been paused for 30 days.

U.S. Department of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent puts the brakes on rule-making and enforcement as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau faces defunding.

Court documents lay out the details of the landmark Sitzer/Burnett settlement, including who’s in (covered parties and opt-ins) and sellers who opted out.

President Trump fired the CFPB director days after Senate Republicans introduced a new measure to defund the watchdog agency, whose scope includes mortgages.

Brokerage leaders, data scientists and other experts have helped paint a picture of the scope and impact of the California wildfires on the LA housing market.

All federal agencies that offer financial assistance programs — including HUD — have been ordered to share detailed information on how their dollars are spent.

The companies were among the remaining entities not covered by NAR’s deal. They quickly agreed to settle, paying more than $10.5 million in combined damages.

Baird & Warner and Real Estate One will add another $3.7 million to the fund, while the MLS PIN case moves forward after an extended pause.

Less stringent requirements for consumer contact will stay in place for a year, the FCC says, as it delays TCPA changes mandating one-to-one consent.

With private insurers leaving — and a state-backed program on the hook for billions in payouts — owners may struggle to protect their high-risk homes.

Travis Saxton named EVP of strategy for RE/MAX Holdings; Rick Lugg promoted to CEO of Virginia Realtors; Constellation1 adds 4 SVPs following brand unification.

The CEO of CRMLS explains how buyers, sellers and even agents could potentially sue over unfair situations created by exclusively listed properties.

A Jan. 20 memo targeting cost-of-living and housing issues includes regulatory cuts — a win for builders — but inflation and labor shortages could boost prices.

CRMLS CEO Art Carter explains what some brokerages are asking for and why the nation’s largest MLS has decided to "stand firmly" behind the divisive policy.

Industry veterans — and pro musicians — channel their hopes into a song that’s meant to point people toward positive change in a time of "so much hate."

From 10% mortgage rates to off-planet loans, these scenarios face long odds — but they may not be as far-fetched as they seem.

What does rebuilding look like — and should we even continue to build in some of the areas affected by wildfires? Experts share their thoughts.

NAR hires industry relations exec; Chris Lim to lead growth at RE/MAX; Zillow names new GM for Flex; RealScout shuffles leadership; LPT hires operations pro.

The Seattle-based companies confirmed the cuts. Redfin said no agents were among the 46 staff affected; Zillow didn't disclose how many employees were let go.

Damage estimates are as high as $50 billion with thousands of properties destroyed, containment elusive and at least five people killed.