Redfin bids 'arrivederci' to NAR. Who's next? The Download
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman encouraged agents and brokers to leave NAR along with the company. Will they, and who else will join them?
by Christy Murdock Oct 6
Anywhere reveals the details of its bombshell commission settlement
Among the proposed changes, Anywhere said its company-owned brokerages, franchisees and affiliated agents will no longer be required to belong to the National Association of Realtors
by Taylor Anderson Oct 6
A reverse arrow on a street
An attorney for the Sitzer/Burnett homeseller plaintiffs calls the change a 'stunning admission of guilt' on the eve of a class-action trial set to start Oct. 16
Redfin leaving NAR says everything about why we need more choices
Opinion
Times are changing, and it’s not just real estate agents who need to pivot, writes broker Mayleene DeFreece. Redfin's departure from NAR reminds us of the importance of transparency
What Moves Her brings 'Balance Blueprint' campaign to industry
Amidst an industry in turmoil, the real estate female empowerment and advocacy organization has launched a new campaign to 'spur action on behalf of women in real estate'
Andy Florance: Bombshell lawsuits will upend Zillow's business model
CoStar CEO Andy Florance dished with Intel about the commission lawsuits, Zillow and NAR as Homes.com nabbed 100M unique visitors for the first time ever in September
MLS commission settlement in jeopardy amid new DOJ 'concerns'
The Department of Justice's antitrust division on Thursday requested a 2-month deadline extension to review a proposed deal between homesellers and MLS PIN, a broker-owned multiple listing service
Redfin leaves NAR — and calls on its brokers and agents to follow suit
In a message to employees on Monday, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman cited NAR's harassment scandal and other grievances as reasons for calling on 1,800 Realtors to cancel memberships
by Ben Verde Oct 2
Getting your real estate license? It's way easier with a friend
What if you could have a partner who helps you study and keeps you accountable? Contributor Tina Lapp enumerates the reasons it’s easier (and more fun) to get your license with a friend
by Tina Lapp Sep 29
Pending home sales nosedive in August as interest rates soar
The Pending Home Sales Index dipped 7.1% to a measure of 71.8 between July and August, according to data from the National Association of Realtors
by Ben Verde Sep 28
How tech-savvy brokers deal with second job: proptech 'ambassador'
Real estate brokers who invest in tech stacks frequently find themselves selling their own agents on the technology's merits. Intel spoke to executives about the adoption tactics that work best
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 27
LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance touts 'Stop Hate in Real Estate' initiative
The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance is partnering with the California Association of Realtors, AREAA and NAHREP to combat real estate discrimination against homebuyers from diverse communities
by Marian McPherson Sep 27
Volunteer leaders, Parcell included, focus of leaked 2022 NAR memo
Coupled with findings of an internal investigation made public this month, the memo addressed to Donna Gland reveals NAR was aware of a 'hostile, toxic work environment' as early as March 2022
by Andrea V. Brambila Sep 27
Matterport calculates square feet, labels rooms with latest AI update
The feature is in beta mode and, upon formal rollout, will allow agents instant access to room dimensions and total square footage by room and floor, according to an announcement Tuesday
by Craig C. Rowe Sep 26