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NAR’s manual for MLSs received a thorough scrubbing, with several policies repealed to reduce liability and “promote the MLS’s independent decision-making.”

Nykia Wright said authenticity, as well as the support of the Leadership Team and staff, have the National Association of Realtors on a new trajectory.

On his last day as NAR president, Kevin Sears was lauded for “doing the things no one else would have wanted to do” and readying the association for the future.

The 3-year initiative is built on a 1.2 million member baseline and 75 projects including stepped-up work on antitrust issues in race “to prove our worth.”

With Zillow enforcement of listing rules on hold in the Chicago area, MRED’s CEO makes her case for their PLN as a way to offer “compassion and options.”

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun is predicting a 14% rise after three years of sluggish sales — but that largely depends on what happens with mortgage rates.

Plus, C21 nabs Florida indie; $200M agent joins Michael Saunders & Co.; The Agency opens Florida Keys office; Coldwell Banker welcomes SoCal affiliate; more.

After nearly two years in the role, Kevin Sears shared a parting message of community and reliance — and a mandate for members: “Hold our leaders accountable.”

Transactions should pick up as delayed closings are completed, but economic uncertainty may keep demand subdued. Still, purchase applications jumped last week.

The first Compass-Zillow hearing begins Nov. 18. Plus, Batton class status denied; Lutz trial date is set; Alexander brothers sex trafficking trial to proceed.

The incident, which allowed some home shoppers to see other users’ contact details, occurred earlier this month and was fixed within a week, the company said.

The firms appointed chief strategy officers this week as Elliman eyes global growth, BHS focuses on operations. Plus, Mary Frances Coleman joins American REA.

At NAR NXT, leaders say the association offers “significant ROI” to members. They intend to demonstrate that value by tackling 75 projects in the coming years.

“Spotlight Listings” aims to boost buyer views; MoxiWorks’ new RISE platform offers proactive AI suggestions; Redfin launches natural language search; more.

Plus, Fannie Mae tosses minimum credit score requirements; FHFA’s inspector general is fired; Treasury Secretary says Fed can end “housing recession”; more.

Watch the conversation as Errol Samuelson shares the “real significance” of Zillow’s ChatGPT integration and explains why IDX rules need to evolve.

A year after expanding its commission split program nationally, Redfin says agent income has increased 14% on average — and top performers are making even more.

As extreme climate events intensify, rising insurance costs and shrinking coverage are reshaping where — and how — Americans can afford to buy and own homes.

Veterans can afford far fewer homes than they could 10 years ago, but new programs — and savvy agents — can help more veteran buyers get to the closing table.

Property Shield’s fraud detection tools are now available to 75K agents. Plus, GAR signs a deal with SkySlope; Block Renovation acquires BuildZoom Marketplace.