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A new bill focused on home equity investment contracts underscores a widening fight — and rising scrutiny of a model built around appreciation, not interest.

The mortgage giant ended the year strong with two major acquisitions and loan volumes at a 3-year high. “We're hitting every key milestone,” the CEO said.

Rocket agreed to begin immediately displaying the brokerage’s “Coming Soon” listings on Redfin — reversing Redfin’s earlier pledge to bar such listings.

Anywhere’s top accounting exec is now CAO at Compass. Plus, Zillow elevates rentals, comms leaders; BPP installs board members; DeCaro Auctions names a new CEO.

CoStar CEO Andy Florance reiterated support for the Homes.com business model during a Feb. 24 investor call, dubbing it the “global best practice” for portals.

A new Consumer Policy Center report says referral fees charged by companies like Zillow and Realtor.com reinforce high commissions.

As AI becomes more embedded in transactions, MLSs are pursuing a “license, not lawsuit” strategy to create guardrails, protect consumers — and limit legal risk.

Several U.S. lawmakers have expressed concern over the merger’s speedy closing. Plus, SCOTUS strikes down tariffs; a new step in Fannie, Freddie IPO; more.

The Taylor case, filed in September 2025, claims Zillow Flex agents are pushed to steer clients to Zillow Home Loans — allegations the home search giant denies.

After a turbulent year, Opendoor’s revenue fell, but the company’s CEO is bullish on its potential. Rival iBuyer Offerpad, meanwhile, hopes to 3x transactions.

Three homebuyers, represented by Moehrl attorneys, filed a class-action suit claiming Veterans United Home Loans facilitates “illegal referrals and kickbacks.”

The workforce reductions land as the company launches a new AI initiative and engages in a public battle with hedge funds over Homes.com spending.

A year after joining REMAX, Chris Lim has been appointed president. Plus, Tela Gallagher Mathias joins Offerpad’s board; NAHB names 2026 leaders.

Matt Fischer takes the reins at the proptech giant. Plus, Stephanie Verderose becomes Fathom’s first-ever VP of growth; Rocket exec Mike Fawaz steps down.

The lawsuit filed by a former NAR employee resurfaces after its January dismissal. Plus, a judge mulls whether to toss the FTC’s case against Zillow and Redfin.

Mollie Hanna Lang shifts into an expanded role at the independent firm. Plus, MoxiWorks appoints new VP; Kentucky association names 2026 president; more.

A bipartisan housing package is headed to the Senate. Plus, FHFA repeals 2024 fair housing rule; Congress reauthorizes NFIP; new jobs, inflation data coming.

The company’s mortgage and rentals divisions continued to drive growth at the end of 2025, with overall revenue up 18% year-over-year in Q4.

Matt Consalvo will leave his post at ARMLS in 2027. Plus, Kara Taylor is named ATTOM’s chief growth officer; John R. Wood Christie’s names a new VP of sales.

In a Feb. 6 ruling, a judge denied Compass’ injunction request, citing insufficient evidence of irreparable harm and skepticism of conspiracy, monopoly claims.