By the NumbersForeclosures, repossessions rising after pandemic-era lowsBank repossession of homes has increased 33% from a year ago while foreclosure filings are up 17%, a new ATTOM report finds.AJ LaTraceOctober 10, 2025
By the NumbersWhat agents should know about the investors buying 1 in 3 homesInvestors purchased over 345,000 homes in the U.S. during the second quarter of 2025 — the highest level of investor activity in at least five years.AJ LaTraceOctober 10, 2025
MLS/AssnA surprise move from CMLS to NTREIS; 2 Texas associations mergeThe former COO at CMLS makes a sudden shift, and two Texas associations join forces in the Fort Worth area. Plus, a Stellar MLS subsidiary gains a new ally.Andrea V. BrambilaOctober 9, 2025
By the NumbersNew listings up, but pending sales slip in subdued marketMortgage rates are holding relatively steady around the lowest levels of the year, but buyers still aren’t committing as other economic concerns persist.Dave GallagherOctober 9, 2025
TechAs industry leans into AI, report finds agent use is laggingThe real estate professionals who do use AI tools find them helpful in tackling content creation, scheduling and administrative tasks, a Kaplan survey found.AJ LaTraceOctober 8, 2025
BrokeragesOusted Elliman CEO returns to Corcoran; KW names general counselScott Durkin, who was removed from his previous brokerage during a leadership shakeup, will now work as a broker. Plus, KW VP Kendra Newman gets promoted.Real Estate News StaffOctober 8, 2025
By the NumbersConsumers are fed up with today’s housing marketPurchase cancellations and listing withdrawals are up as frustration runs high among homebuyers and sellers, according to a trio of new reports.Dave GallagherOctober 8, 2025
IndustryIndustry execs join forces to launch real estate consultancyRuss Cofano, a former proptech CEO and eXp president/general counsel, has teamed up with real estate marketing leader Amit Kulkarni to form Alloy Advisors.Amie FisherOctober 8, 2025
IndustryCourt orders Compass to share Anywhere deal docs with ZillowThe judge denied the portal’s request to further depose Robert Reffkin, however. Separately, Zillow says Compass hasn’t offered “evidence of irreparable harm.”Andrea V. BrambilaOctober 7, 2025
MLS/AssnAnother Stellar MLS data share; a new look for Maine ListingsThe Florida-based MLS’s data connectivity efforts continue with a new State-Wide MLS partnership. Plus, Maine Listings shares the meaning behind its new logo.Real Estate News StaffOctober 7, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage leadership: 5 lessons from the trenchesHow do you get through five years of disruption and change? Adapt quickly and embrace opportunities. In this 2-part story, see how three leaders have thrived.Leah LuskOctober 7, 2025
TechA Zillow-ChatGPT integration; Elliman launches AI assistantPlus, Lone Wolf’s partnership with CAR deepens; Final Offer enters a new market; ATTOM launches Transparent Owner; CubiCasa hits a milestone; more.Real Estate News StaffUpdated October 7, 2025
IndustryFTC lawsuit paused amid shutdown; CoStar hits back at ZillowPlus, Nosalek attorneys get paid, and the San Diego Association of Realtors’ ex-CEO nears a deal in his wrongful termination lawsuit.Andrea V. BrambilaOctober 6, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage leadership: Weathering 5 unpredictable yearsThe decade began with an unprecedented pandemic and housing market whiplash. In this 2-part story, see how three leaders grew their businesses through it all.Leah LuskOctober 6, 2025
By the NumbersThe condo market offers opportunities for cash-strapped buyersCondo prices are still high, but they’re down in some large markets and more affordable than other property types. Plus, buyers have significant leverage.Dave GallagherOctober 6, 2025
AgentsPart-time agents need our help. What are we waiting for?Dual-career and part-time agents have a lot to offer — but they need access to the same kind of training and support that helps full-time agents find success.J. Philip FarandaOctober 4, 2025
BrokeragesNew teams at eXp, West + Main; C21, Corcoran expandPlus, Baird & Warner nabs a veteran Chicagoland agent; ERA picks up a family-owned brokerage; Christie’s adds an affiliate in Italy; $100M agent joins CB; more.Real Estate News StaffOctober 4, 2025
Brokerages5 more settlements granted preliminary approval in GibsonDeals reached with Howard Hanna, William Raveis, EXIT, Windermere and Lyon will add $40M to the fund earmarked for home sellers’ antitrust claims nationwide.Andrea V. BrambilaOctober 3, 2025
IndustryIn DC: FICO’s big move; affordable housing goals shiftPlus, HUD rolls out politicized messaging about the government shutdown; NAR pushes for a quick resolution amid “potential real-life impacts” on real estate.Meghan RoosOctober 3, 2025
By the NumbersA lack of economic data could leave the Fed, investors guessingThe government shutdown has delayed a key jobs report; if it drags on, there’s a risk that “the Fed gets it wrong” later this month when considering rate cuts.Dave GallagherOctober 3, 2025