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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.

BBB National Programs ruled in favor of Realtor.com, saying it “provided a reasonable basis” for its claim of being “#1 Site Real Estate Professionals Trust.”

Growth across all major divisions, which the company attributed to strong conversions and agent partnerships, produced double-digit gains in the third quarter.

HUD and FHFA executives spoke recently about ways the federal government should get more involved in issues like zoning, mortgages, insurance and appraisals.

Watch the conversation with Zillow CEO Jeremy Wacksman as he explains why savvy shoppers are better for agents, and why private listing networks are “just bad.”

In a lengthy filing, Judge Bough outlined his reasons for approving nine brokerage settlements last week, which he said got plaintiffs “the best deal possible.”

Decades of underbuilding have led to low supply and high home prices. Is it time to take a closer look at modular construction, which can be faster and cheaper?

A lot has happened — leadership changes, settlements, new rules — but some say it's still too early to know how the landmark verdict will affect the industry.

With less than a month until the deals are finalized, objectors are making claims of insufficient damages, harm to minorities, lack of accountability and more.

A federal judge granted CoStar’s request to dismiss two claims from the Realtor.com trade secrets case, but Move plans to proceed with an amended complaint.

The goal of The Helm, founded and advised by notable real estate leaders, is to help more women become coaches without sacrificing business success.

A law professor filed a lengthy objection calling it “the worst of all possible worlds,” raising concerns about “chaos and frustration” as well as legal fees.

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."

Watch the conversation with consultant Jack Miller as he discusses The Opportunity Report, which delves into agent pay, NAR policies, the role of MLSs and more.

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.

From agent pay to association changes, a new report identifies 20 ways the industry can improve itself — and help homebuyers and sellers in the process.

Revenue was up 11%, and the company plans to accelerate the growth of the Homes.com sales team despite some slowdown in traffic from the previous quarter.

The DANGER Report spelled out risks for MLSs, state and local Realtor associations, and NAR — which has weathered unprecedented challenges to its authority.

The Clear Cooperation Policy — a misguided attempt to level the playing field — doesn't meet the needs of consumers or support principles of free enterprise.

The DANGER Report spelled out risks for agents and brokers a decade ago. Many of its projections have come to pass — but they haven’t all been negative.