IndustryFed Gov Lisa Cook notches temporary win in Trump lawsuitIn an unsigned order, the Supreme Court delayed until January its decision on the president’s attempt to immediately remove Cook.Meghan RoosOctober 1, 2025
MLS/AssnTexas’ 2 largest MLSs activate data shareDallas-based NTREIS and Houston-based HAR.com have launched a partnership that gives broad listings exposure to their 100,000+ combined subscribers.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 30, 2025
IndustryFTC sues Zillow and Redfin over rentals dealThe federal agency alleges the real estate giants broke antitrust laws when Zillow paid $100 million to become Redfin’s exclusive multifamily listings provider.Andrea V. BrambilaSeptember 30, 2025
IndustryZillow: CoStar copyright suit is a ‘misuse’ of the lawIn a letter asking the court to transfer the case, Zillow says the lawsuit over listing photos is a “calculated attempt” by CoStar to “weaponize” litigation.Dave GallagherSeptember 30, 2025
IndustryZillow ‘brazenly’ continuing copyright violations, CoStar claimsThough most of the photos initially flagged in a July 30 lawsuit were removed, CoStar alleges Zillow is now displaying 4,618 additional CoStar-owned images.Meghan RoosSeptember 30, 2025
IndustryBatton suit seeks class status, estimates billions in damagesMillions of homebuyers could seek tens of billions in monetary relief if a court grants class certification in a case that mirrors Sitzer/Burnett and others.Andrea V. BrambilaSeptember 29, 2025
MLS/AssnJudge approves MLS PIN deal plagued by delays, DOJ scrutinyThe fourth amended settlement in the Massachusetts case received final approval Sept. 29, and the MLS will pay $3.95 million to home sellers in the state.Dave GallagherSeptember 29, 2025
By the NumbersMid-October is the best time to buy in 2025 — with a caveatNationwide trends point to Oct. 12-18 as the best week to buy a home in 2025, a Realtor.com analysis found, but mortgage rates are still a wildcard.Sydney JacksonSeptember 29, 2025
By the NumbersLate-summer jump in homebuying activity bucks expectationsWhile pending home sales increased in August, some economists say mortgage rates need to fall closer to 6% before the market can “improve more noticeably.”Dave GallagherSeptember 29, 2025
AgentsHow teams end up ‘burning money,’ and the key to profitabilityTo be successful, real estate teams need to spend wisely on technology and leads — but first, they must find the right people and “leverage their talent.”Meghan RoosSeptember 29, 2025
BrokeragesKW, Compass gain teams; CIRE wins over $1B Florida firm10-agent team joins KW in Pennsylvania; Hilton "tastemakers" move to Compass; indie brings 130 agents to Christie's in Jacksonville; eXp enters S. Korea; more.Real Estate News StaffSeptember 27, 2025
IndustryNosalek, Hooper settlements nearing final approvalWith no more written objections allowed, the dates are set for final settlement hearings in two key commissions cases. Up first: Nosalek on Sept. 29.Dave GallagherSeptember 26, 2025
BrokeragesElliman-Anywhere merger talks triggered insider trading probeSoon after Anywhere reportedly pursued a deal with Douglas Elliman, newly obtained letters reveal a regulatory agency began asking who knew what — and when.Meghan RoosSeptember 26, 2025
IndustryA government shutdown seems likely — will it affect real estate?The industry might not feel a direct impact, but a shutdown could intensify economic concerns that have slowed market activity for months. Plus: Fed, FHFA news.Dave Gallagher, Meghan RoosSeptember 26, 2025
IndustryNAR hires events VP; Freddie Mac appoints general counselAmanda Whitehead joins NAR "as part of our strategic efforts to continue to add and prove value to Realtors," said CEO Nykia Wright. Real Estate News StaffSeptember 26, 2025
IndustryNewly branded portal aims to rival Zillow, Homes.com — with MLS backingThe Broker Public Portal has launched Cribio, a search platform with a consumer-first mandate that shares data back to its broker and MLS owners.Andrea V. BrambilaSeptember 26, 2025
Industry25 years in, NAHREP is focused on ‘planting seeds of wealth’2025 President Oralia Herrera is urging members to “continue to lead” and “build with excellence” in anticipation of a steady rise in Latino homeownership.Meghan RoosSeptember 25, 2025
By the NumbersStalled existing home sales dim hope for a fall rallyMeanwhile, mortgage rates ticked back up after several weeks of declines — but 30-year rates are still holding close to 11-month lows.Dave GallagherSeptember 25, 2025
BrokeragesDouglas Elliman formally enters the private listings gameCEO says Elliman is embracing the “power of choice” by providing “private, public, coming-soon, and delayed listing options” with its new exclusive marketplace.AJ LaTraceSeptember 25, 2025
IndustryWill the Compass deal change how homes are bought and sold?If Compass’ acquisition of Anywhere goes through, it could trigger a private inventory race with major implications for the brokerage ecosystem — and consumers.AJ LaTraceSeptember 25, 2025