By the NumbersThe 2 best days to sell a home are nearly hereA new report from ATTOM analyzing the past 10 years of transactions suggests that sellers are more likely to score the highest premiums in late May.Meghan RoosMay 5, 2025
MLS/AssnDecoded: Why MLSs across the globe choose RESO standardsReal estate doesn't stop at the border. Sharing a common set of rules improves the transparency and efficiency of transactions in the U.S. and beyond.Sam DeBordMay 5, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: News from KW, Corcoran, RE/MAX, moreKW launches in El Salvador; luxury NYC team moves to Corcoran; Colorado team rejoins RE/MAX; The Agency adds NY duo; Christie’s enters Anguilla; more.Real Estate News StaffMay 3, 2025
BrokerageseXp launches new program with ‘agent success’ in mindThe Co-Sponsor Program “is about honoring how real influence and support work in our industry,” said CEO Leo Pareja. Plus, a promotion and 2 new faces at eXp.Meghan RoosMay 2, 2025
BrokeragesHoward Hanna agrees to settle commissions lawsuitThe Gibson case continues, however, with Crye-Leike and a Warren Buffet-owned company still pushing back, and other settlements facing challenges.Stephanie Reid-SimonsMay 2, 2025
Brokerages‘It’s a new day’ at RE/MAX, CEO declaresCEO Erik Carlson said numbers were “higher than expected” — though U.S. agent count fell significantly — calling 2025 a “year of transition” for the brand.Meghan RoosMay 2, 2025
BrokeragesPeople on the Move: New execs at HomeServices, RE/MAXAlex Seavall expands his title after almost six years as HomeServices’ CFO, while Candace Adams fills the vacant EVP role. At RE/MAX, a new SVP comes on board.Real Estate News StaffMay 2, 2025
IndustryTwo key real estate bills take aim at industry regulationsNAR’s speech code, intended to prevent discrimination via hate speech, is targeted in Texas, while Florida seeks to scrap its real estate commission.Dave GallagherMay 1, 2025
By the NumbersMortgage rates tick down — but will the drop entice buyers?A rise in inventory is giving homebuyers more choices, but economic uncertainty and affordability continue to drag on sales.Dave GallagherMay 1, 2025
BrokeragesCompass goes retro with launch of ‘Private Exclusives Book’The brokerage, which has been scaling up its private inventory, will now offer physical and digital listing books to share with agents and consumers.AJ LaTraceMay 1, 2025
IndustryZillow’s NYC brand to adopt new listing standards in JuneStreetEasy, which serves the New York City market, will deny agents “who choose to publicly market listings to some buyers but not all” access to some programs.Amie FisherMay 1, 2025
By the NumbersSellers are out of sync with buyers on pricingYears of rapid home price growth have trained sellers to price high, but the market has shifted, leading to a widening gap between seller asks and buyer offers.Amie FisherApril 30, 2025
BrokeragesCompass digs in heels on ‘seller choice’ amid legal wranglingThe brokerage continues to position office exclusives as pro-consumer, but declined to elaborate on what it hopes to gain through its lawsuit against NWMLS.AJ LaTraceApril 30, 2025
By the NumbersIs it starting to look rosy for buyers this spring?A new Bright MLS survey suggests a rise in inventory is making it easier for buyers to find their next home.Dave GallagherApril 30, 2025
IndustryHomes.com looks to gain ‘solid’ leadership position in 2-4 yearsCoStar CEO Andy Florance said the company is ready to take advantage of industry changes “with a superior product and aggressive marketing campaign.”Dave GallagherApril 29, 2025
BrokeragesAnywhere will be ready if private listings gain ground, CEO saysWhile advocating for broad distribution of listings, Ryan Schneider said the company is also taking steps to ensure it’s “never at a competitive disadvantage.”Stephanie Reid-SimonsApril 29, 2025
By the NumbersHope for home sales wanes in revised forecastFannie Mae’s latest report anticipates the market will remain sluggish until the end of 2025, but there is a potential for improvement in 2026.Dave GallagherApril 29, 2025
Industry‘Unfiltered’: The inside scoop on Zillow’s new listings rulesWatch the conversation with Zillow exec Errol Samuelson as he goes deep into the ‘what’ and ‘why’ behind the portal’s divisive move.Meghan RoosApril 29, 2025
BrokeragesWindermere ‘confused’ about Compass’ claims of collusionIn a lawsuit filed against NWMLS last week, Compass said brokerages with representatives on the MLS’s board are “co-conspirators,” but Windermere calls “BS.”AJ LaTraceApril 28, 2025
IndustryRocket's new broker championKatie Sweeney, Rocket Pro’s EVP of strategy and broker advocacy, is clear about her top priority: “My job is to create leverage for brokers. Period.”Coby HakalirApril 28, 2025