Watchdog calls on DOJ to investigate private listing networks
Consumer Policy Center fellows Stephen Brobeck and Wendy Gilch praised Zillow's private listing ban while calling on the Department of Justice to limit the spread of private listing networks
by Marian McPherson Apr 14
Douglas Elliman launches new AI-powered website
The digital platform will include an AI-powered home search tool and a private space for agents and clients to collaborate. Also new is 'World of Elliman,' a digital lifestyle hub with original content
Bess Freedman on why Compass' listing portal is raising red flags
Opinion
Launched Monday, Compass One's aim is to funnel business through private exclusive channels, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman writes — yet it threatens a healthy real estate market
by Bess Freedman Feb 5
Agents embrace private listing networks. Consumers? Not yet
Sixty-nine percent of agents since 2020 have recommended their sellers list on a private listing network. However, sellers still favor listing on the multiple listing service, a Zillow survey said
by Marian McPherson Jan 27
Real estate lawyers take big stand against agent commission sharing
CRMLS General Counsel Ed Zorn and Leading Real Estate Companies of the World Chief Legal Officer Jessica Edgerton warned agents not to fall back on old practices, like sharing commissions
by Andrea V. Brambila Jan 24
Final Offer adds pre-MLS marketing: Tech Review Update
Opinion
Amid the Clear Cooperation debate, company adds option to share 'coming soon' listings among brokerage networks
by Craig C. Rowe Nov 28