By the NumbersBuilder sentiment sours heading into summerThe NAHB’s June confidence index was the third-lowest in the past 13 years as new home prices weaken and buyers remain on hold.Dave GallagherJune 17, 2025
BrokeragesKeller Williams slapped with another telemarketing lawsuitA lawsuit filed in New York is the latest in a string of cases filed in Pennsylvania, Texas and Florida. KW settled the Florida suit in 2023 for $40 million.Meghan RoosJune 17, 2025
IndustryOpendoor makes $39M deal to settle lawsuit over pricing techPlaintiffs accused the iBuyer of misrepresenting its AI-powered system and relying on human processes that put it at risk. Opendoor has denied wrongdoing.Stephanie Reid-SimonsJune 16, 2025
By the NumbersDown payments drop for the first time in nearly 2 yearsA new Redfin report suggests homebuyers may be seeking less expensive homes as ongoing economic concerns add pressure to large purchase decisions.Dave GallagherJune 16, 2025
Tech‘AI agents’ are coming — here’s what you need to knowFuturist and former Google exec Steve Brown said there are three waves of AI coming — far beyond ChatGPT — and they’ll hit real estate in different ways. Stephanie Reid-SimonsJune 16, 2025
AgentsAgents Decoded: How to get more from your MLSIt may not be flashy, but your MLS is still one of your most powerful tools. Here’s how to use it better — and why it needs your support.Jay ThompsonJune 14, 2025
BrokeragesBrokerage Beat: M&As at C21; The Agency opens Boston office; moreRE/MAX, BHGRE and C21 add new teams in California; C21 Integra is now operating in 14 states; a brokerage leader joins Corcoran in Manhattan; more.Real Estate News StaffJune 14, 2025
Agents4 rate-lowering strategies to share with buyer clientsFor some buyers, even a small mortgage rate reduction can make the math work on a home purchase. Here’s how agents can help them move forward.Dave GallagherJune 13, 2025
BrokeragesMV Realty update: Listing agreements terminated in FloridaThe brokerage has faced multiple lawsuits over its controversial listing agreements, which sparked allegations of predatory and deceptive behavior.Dave GallagherJune 13, 2025
TechTech Bytes: reAlpha enters a new market, eyes national expansionThe end-to-end homebuying platform is now in Texas. Meanwhile, Shilo has raised $2.6M for its AI assistant and Zillow Rentals is partnering with EliseAI.Real Estate News StaffJune 13, 2025
By the NumbersHome equity dips $4K as prices slow, costs climbHome equity shifts varied widely by location, with some states experiencing gains over $30,000 while others had losses around or greater than that amount.Dave GallagherJune 13, 2025
IndustryStartup aims to bring assumable mortgages to the massesCould a new market emerge around homebuyers taking over a seller’s existing low interest rate loan? One proptech veteran thinks so.AJ LaTraceJune 13, 2025
By the NumbersClouds begin to part for buyers as mortgage rates hold steadyThough buyers continue to face high mortgage rates and general economic uncertainty, there are signs indicating the market is becoming more favorable for them.Dave GallagherJune 12, 2025
BrokeragesIs this the best brokerage brand ‘you’ve never heard of’?HomeSmart CEO Matt Widdows reveals how centralizing tech, services and support has fueled the Arizona-based company’s quiet rise while shaping its culture.Stephanie Reid-SimonsJune 12, 2025
IndustryHousing advocates send ‘urgent message’ to lawmakersThe NAHB addresses housing affordability on Capitol Hill. Meanwhile, Democrats are requesting information on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac privatization efforts.Meghan RoosJune 11, 2025
MLS/AssnNAR membership structure, fees under fire in new lawsuitA California broker is suing NAR and his local associations, alleging that fee rules are anticompetitive and have “a chilling effect on independent brokerages.”Dave GallagherJune 11, 2025
By the NumbersInvestors sell off homes amid softening marketLast year saw a record-high share of investor home sales. Meanwhile, smaller investors made new gains, and the Midwest emerged as a focal point for buyers.AJ LaTraceJune 11, 2025
BrokeragesFormer CFO sues Real, alleging discriminationMichelle Ressler was fired in April by Real, which cited misconduct. Ressler says the claims were “manufactured” as a way to oust her after having a baby.Amie FisherJune 10, 2025
MLS/AssnMLS PIN deal approved after long-fought battle with DOJA Massachusetts judge granted preliminary approval on June 10, nearly two years after a proposed settlement drew intense scrutiny from the Justice Department.Dave GallagherJune 10, 2025
IndustryOver 2.5 million claims filed in commissions lawsuitsBased on the number of claims filed by the May 9 deadline, each home seller could receive around $250 from the over $1 billion settlement fund.Dave GallagherJune 10, 2025