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The pilot program keeps agents “at the center of the transaction” and gives consumers a “simpler” experience, said HouseCanary, which powers the listings.

Amid a flood of brokerage pre-marketing partnerships with MLSs and portals, some leaders fear the industry is abandoning the ideals of cooperation and fairness.

In a May 18 motion, the portal says the MLS — in coordination with Compass — has threatened to cut Zillow’s feed and “kneecap” its ability to compete.

“Early Access” gives homeowners who “want to sell, but are not ready to commit to full exposure” more options, Chief of Real Estate Services Jason Aleem said.

Buyers are still struggling with the housing affordability crisis — which the debate over private listings ignores, according to one former Zillow leader.

A new Spain affiliate adds to Corcoran’s global presence. Plus, Elliman Capital launches in a third state; Howard Hanna unveils exclusive program; more.

Legislators nixed part of the ROAD to Housing Act targeting certain large investor purchases. Plus, SEC pitches rule change; Powell’s term as Fed chair ends.

While the Council of Multiple Listing Services has decried private listings, some MLSs have adopted policies that look a lot like Compass’ 3-phased approach.

Chicago’s largest indie brokerage continues its family-led tradition as Lucy Baird joins the C-suite and board, while Laura Ellis takes on a new role.

With no end in sight for the war in Iran, investors are growing increasingly nervous about how sky-high energy prices are impacting the U.S. economy.

The mortgage giant claims that UWM tried to win back thousands of loans purchased in 2024 by Mr. Cooper, costing the company millions.

A new Zillow analysis found that homesellers collectively lost nearly $1.5B on dual agency transactions in three years — and over $1.3B on off-MLS listings.

Rising pending sales and loan activity suggests some buyers have “shrugged off the current economic and mortgage rate uncertainties and returned to the market.”

In the wake of alleged threats by the Chicago-area MLS to cut off listing feed access, Zillow sued MRED and is now pitching a listing alternative to brokers.

In making its case against NAR, Anywhere, REMAX and HSoA, the flat-fee brokerage claimed Realtors conspired to boycott the firm due to its low commission rates.

The software company has appointed a new CTO, chief innovation officer and chief customer officer, while David Bohm joins United’s operations in Philadelphia.

The brokerage has significantly increased its listings exposure in recent weeks through MLS collaborations, with Bright its biggest partner to date.

The Senate voted 54-45 to confirm the former Fed governor’s nomination. He will succeed Jerome Powell, whose term as chair ends May 15.

INITIA adds to eXp’s growing global presence. Plus, NextHome launches two large firms in SoCal; Compass expands in two states; The Agency opens in Sun Valley.

The industry is evolving, and brokers are making key decisions about listings, data and technology. MLSs must work to improve a broker’s business, not limit it.