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The ruling also granted Real’s request to compel arbitration. Plus, CoStar filing rejected in MRED case; Compass settles telemarketing complaint.

The ROAD to Housing Act could pass in a few weeks. Plus, FHFA seeks broader mortgage fraud prosecution power; lawmaker reportedly asks FTC to probe portals.

In response to new legislation limiting certain real estate marketing practices in Washington state, NWMLS hosted a panel to discuss the law and its intent.

With AI tools and filters increasingly used to alter photos, new workflows and disclosures are needed to ensure consumer transparency, a recent study concludes.

On a recent webinar, industry observers discussed policies, partnerships and laws related to listing access. The conclusion? It’s too soon to say who’s right.

At the Realtors Legislative Meetings in D.C., historian Doris Kearns Goodwin spoke with Nykia Wright about the themes of adversity, strength and leadership.

CFPB’s ex-deputy director could soon be its leader. Plus, advocates lobby for housing affordability, long-term NFIP funding; no “rush” for Fannie, Freddie IPO.

The real estate marketing law, which took effect June 11, would seem to prohibit Compass Private Exclusives — but the brokerage interprets it differently.

After testing out a limited pilot program in eight major markets, HouseCanary’s partnership with the search giant is expanding across all 50 states.

The settlements appear close to final approval. Plus, CoStar says Zillow’s trying to “avoid accountability” in copyright case; VU asks court to toss RESPA suit.

CoStar, which operates competing portal Homes.com, filed a brief on Wednesday saying the court shouldn’t reward Zillow’s “own anticompetitive conduct.”

Wendy Forsythe climbs the ranks after 2 years as CMO. Plus, Dan Firda now CEO at Brands by Integra; Sotheby’s names regional leader; NTREIS hires MLS tech exec.

A recent WAV Group white paper seeks to reframe the debate dividing the industry by comparing coming-soon and private listings to a company’s IPO preparation.

The MLS said that while negotiations remain productive, it will not cut any data feeds. Realtracs is also in discussions with three other top search portals.

The iBuyer, which was at risk of being bumped from the NYSE due to its low share price, is implementing a 1-for-10 split slated to take effect next week.

The court said the portal’s request for the allegedly “conspiratorial communications” was “unduly burdensome," but agreed to extend Zillow's TRO against MRED.

Consumers already question agent commissions and value. The industry’s messy public battles are only serving to further damage our credibility.

Two U.S. lawmakers sent a letter to the federal agency requesting a review of potentially “deceptive” referral practices on Zillow and other platforms.

Bill Pulte will still lead the housing agency while serving as acting director of national intelligence. Plus, Fed faces “credibility” threat; CFPB sued; more.

Agents working with sellers must make listings “available to the general public” concurrent with any public marketing, such as lawn signs or social media posts.