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“We will vigorously defend against these claims which we believe have absolutely no merit,” eXp said. The judge, meanwhile, took issue with the amended filing.

In a Redfin blog post, Rocket exec Joe Rath makes a case for “more flexibility” for sellers — while asking Washington state’s largest MLS to change its rules.

Though mortgage rates are ticking down and home price appreciation has dropped year-over-year, widespread economic uncertainty continues sapping demand.

Real estate data company Repliers is also becoming the exclusive access point for three of HAR.com’s subscriber-only data sets.

The firms are the latest to opt into Tuccori, a settlement NAR also joined — but that deal is now under fire. Plus, Veterans United pushes back in RESPA case.

The luxury firm made a grand entrance in California with its launch in five cities. Plus, Lamacchia adds Bay State team; REMAX Premier grows in Chicago; more.

NAHB’s April survey found that higher construction material costs — stemming from surging fuel prices — and the slow housing market are weighing on builders.

Only 21% of recent homebuyers were first-timers, according to a new NAR report, with younger millennials accounting for the biggest year-over-year drop.

Members will vote soon on a SABOR-FRAR merger. Plus, Southeast MLS Alliance adds realMLS; Florida orgs dismissed from lawsuit; UCO expands MLS pitch overseas.

About 8% of Zillow users search for rental and for-sale listings simultaneously, with the share increasing in many of the country’s priciest metros.

The new membership offering can help NYC agents “show exactly why they’re the right choice.” Plus, Lubbock MLS adds “want-listings”; valuation franchise grows.

A recent analysis of home sales in top Compass markets shows just how much the brokerage has increased its market share since acquiring Anywhere.

The rise in mortgage rates seen since the war in Iran began prompted NAR to revise its 2026 forecast, with only a 4% uptick in existing home sales now expected.

After publicly criticizing the company’s management and spending on Homes.com, activist investor Third Point has sold its ownership stake in CoStar Group.

Engel & Völkers Florida, which operated dozens of shops in the state, has sued E&V Americas over the early termination of its master franchise agreement.

Jun Choo explains how Preview is different from other “Coming Soon” products — and decidedly pro-consumer. “We’re not backtracking on any of our philosophy.”

Arizona’s REMAX Solutions has merged with REMAX Fine Properties. Plus, Real picks up 75 agents; $25M team joins Compass; indie firm launches in NYC; more.

Inflation rose 3.3% in March and consumer confidence has hit a new low. Plus, judge upholds quashed Fed subpoenas; White House pitches $10.7B cuts to HUD; more.

The association will pay more than $52 million to resolve claims brought by homebuyers. Elliman, Anywhere, Real and others also chose to settle via Tuccori.

Stefan Swanepoel says he’s “very optimistic” and will remain active and engaged with the industry as company leaders continue to execute on his vision.