Gary Keller at Keller Williams KW Family Reunion 2019
The Sitzer/Burnett antitrust case is set to begin Oct. 16 but could be moved to February. The court denied the franchisor's request to change the date because it conflicts with KW's Family Reunion
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 11
'Marginal agents' with fewer sales now claim quarter of commissions
Agents with 5 or fewer sales a year took in an estimated 25-30% of all commission income in 3 disparate markets, according to an analysis of MLS data by the Consumer Federation of America
by Andrea V. Brambila Jul 10
NAR hunkers down as agents push back: The Download
This week: As NAR dismisses harassment claims, women in the industry speak up about what they've seen — up close and personal
by Christy Murdock Jul 7
Is this really who we 'R'? 
Opinion
In the face of new harassment allegations at the highest levels of leadership, where is the outrage? Is this who we are as Realtors?
by Valerie Garcia Jul 7
Judge gavel with justice lawyers to represent appraisal bias lawsuit
Janelle Brevard initially sued the National Association of Realtors, claiming her firing was a form of harassment and retaliation. The case ended Thursday, though many questions still remain
by Jim Dalrymple II Jul 6
How this real estate mentor merges resilience and passion
Find out how marketing expert and industry veteran Marci James blends professional acumen, personal fulfillment and a love for the great outdoors to create a picture-perfect life
by Brandon Doyle Jul 4
MLS turns back on franchisors after settling commission case for $3M
Homesellers plan to use funds from MLS PIN, the largest multiple listing service in New England, to continue antitrust litigation against Anywhere, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and HomeServices
Women make up 66% of NAR's membership. Is it serving you?
Opinion
As the National Association of Realtors doubles down to support bad behavior in its leadership, women see the organization's response as part of a larger problem endemic to the industry
by Bernice Ross Jul 3
NAR pushes back on harassment claim amid growing agent backlash
The National Association of Realtors tapped an independent law firm to investigate sexual and racial harassment allegations, ultimately choosing to 'reject' claims made by a former employee
DOJ will weigh in at appeals court during NAR pocket listing dispute
The antitrust enforcer will get 5 minutes at oral arguments in Top Agent Network's appeal to overturn a lower court ruling tossing its case against NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy
by Andrea V. Brambila Jun 30
Real estate leadership is in hot water: The Download
Opinion
This week: What the hell is going on in the real estate industry? And, more importantly, what are you going to do about it?
by Christy Murdock Jun 30
Pending home sales fall, but Northeast sees a surge: Data
Sales of pending homes declined 2.7% in May and were down 22.2% from a year ago, but the Northeast saw a 12.9% increase, according to new data from the National Association of Realtors
by Ben Verde Jun 29
Suit accuses NAR and its president of sexual, racial discrimination
The suit claims NAR fired a Black employee after she broke off a relationship with then-president-elect Kenny Parcell. NAR said it rejects the claims
by Jim Dalrymple II Jun 28
Ready to step into leadership? 10 ways to get involved
Each election year, the quality of our leadership is under scrutiny. Find out how to volunteer, mentor and more, and learn where to go to step up
by Christy Murdock Jun 28
NAR kicks off nationwide search for 'diverse' CEO candidates
Applications to become the 1.5M-member trade group's 13th chief executive will be accepted through July 31, the National Association of Realtors announced
by Andrea V. Brambila Jun 27