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- Economists expect ‘a reset’ for housing in 2026, ‘not a rebound’With the U.S. economy at a crossroads, real estate economists have differing home sales forecasts for 2026 — but most expect mortgage rates to continue to drop.December 4, 2025
- A Rechat-FUB integration; new ‘pro’ and consumer AI search toolsRealScout unveils “AI Search – For Pros” as UtahRealEstate.com introduces natural language home search for shoppers. Plus, Follow Up Boss partners with Rechat.December 4, 2025
- How NAR spent its money in 2024The organization brought in $360 million in revenue, primarily from member dues, and spent more than $76 million on compensation. Another big expense? Lobbying.December 3, 2025
- MetroList expands its reach; LIBOR rolls out affiliate programCalaveras County Realtors partners with Northern California’s largest MLS; LIBOR launches Bridge2Business; Colorado’s IRES joins the MLS Grid network.December 3, 2025
- CoStar won’t fight Zillow’s request to move copyright caseInstead of opposing the transfer, CoStar General Counsel Gene Boxer said the company is looking forward to “holding Zillow to account in its own backyard.”Updated December 4, 2025
- The Ten: Wasn’t the industry promised a fresh start in 2025?To understand the forces that shaped this year, we’re looking back at 2025’s massive M&As, private listings drama, and yes — seemingly unending lawsuits.December 3, 2025
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- Sitzer/Burnett appeals case nears final judgmentAs final briefs are filed, it’s up to the U.S. Court of Appeals to decide whether the arguments merit unwinding the case that shook the industry.December 2, 2025
- Why eXp is opting for ‘consumer choice’ over ancillary revenueWhile many brokerages are looking to boost profits through consolidation and attached services, eXp leaders want consumers to know they have options.December 2, 2025
- New leaders at TTR Sotheby’s; IRE appoints SVP of growthThe luxury brokerage appoints a new chairman, CEO and president. Plus, Rayse’s ex-CRO takes on an advisory role and accepts a new job at Inside Real Estate.December 2, 2025
- eXp launches global search platform; REMAX expands in SoCaleXp’s LYVVE rolls out in nearly 30 countries. Plus, 50-year vet opens REMAX NEXUS; KW enters Uzbekistan; eXp moves into Romania, Netherlands; and more news.December 1, 2025
- Why did Zillow remove climate data from its home listings?The home search site is pointing users elsewhere for climate risk info, a move it says aligns with “varying” MLS rules. But what those rules are is not clear.Updated December 3, 2025
- Court merges FTC, state cases against Zillow and RedfinThe Federal Trade Commission and five states claim a rental listings partnership formed by the two companies earlier this year violates antitrust laws.December 1, 2025
- Why HomeSmart is leaning into human support over AIAs other brokerages go all in on AI and automation, HomeSmart President Stacey Onnen wants to make sure that her firm’s agents “never feel left on an island.”December 1, 2025
- NAR turnaround is the ‘hardest thing’ CEO has ever doneOn a recent podcast, Nykia Wright shares the feedback she’s heard from frustrated members — and explains how NAR’s new plan aims to address their concerns.November 29, 2025
- Benutech debuts lead gen tool; Zillow helps renters build creditBenutech offers agents insights into major life events; Zillow and Esusu team up to launch CreditClimb. Plus, LiveBy announces a partnership with Renowned.November 28, 2025
- Homebuyers have reasons for hope heading into the holidaysThough demand dropped off ahead of Thanksgiving, falling mortgage rates and an uptick in loan applications are good signs for the market’s slow season.November 26, 2025
- Brokerages retool referral disclosures after failed NAR voteBenchmark Realty and eXp Realty have unveiled new referral fee disclosure forms to enhance transparency and bolster agents’ fiduciary responsibility to clients.November 26, 2025
- NAR rulemaking among ‘biggest systemic risks’ to the industryDan Duffy, CEO of United Real Estate, explains why NAR reforms need to go further and shares the “new paradigm” he and other leaders hope to see.November 26, 2025
- Compass v. Zillow hearing: Who made the stronger case?In their closing arguments, attorneys for the two companies addressed claims of collusion, harm to Compass and more. Now a judge will decide what happens next.November 25, 2025
- New, existing home costs nearly identical — will that last?In Q3 of 2025, there was only a $30 difference in the monthly payments for typical new and existing homes, a new report from Realtor.com suggests.November 25, 2025
- Buyers are stepping up, sellers are pulling backPending sales increased from September to October, but at the same time, delistings jumped as sellers feared taking a loss or settling for a lower price.November 25, 2025
- Want to succeed in 2026? Stay productive during the slow seasonJust because your clients are taking a break from real estate doesn’t mean you should. Smart agents use this time to improve their skills and businesses.November 25, 2025
- Rising insurance costs are chipping away at home valuesHigh premiums are dragging down home values by $40K+ in areas at greater risk of extreme weather events, a National Bureau of Economic Research study found.November 25, 2025
- RealPage, DOJ reach settlement in antitrust lawsuitThough RealPage must meet a handful of requirements under the proposed settlement, the tech company won’t face any financial penalties.November 24, 2025
- California association embraces referral-fee transparencyCAR will update a standard disclosure form next month, signaling state and MLS momentum on a policy recently rejected by NAR’s Delegate Body.November 24, 2025
