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The forthcoming listing status options — Registered, Office Exclusive, Coming Soon and Active — align with the MLS’s “Brokers FIRST” strategy introduced in May.

The court ruled that disputes over key facts remained unresolved and should not be decided ahead of the trial, which is set for August 24.

The NTREIS shareholder says the announcement "represents a significant investment in the future of organized real estate.” NWLAR is considering a similar move.

NAR’s lobbying muscle is focused on ensuring MLSs aren’t classified as data brokers — but are recognized by federal agencies as “procompetitive infrastructure.”

No search activity is shared without consent, a spokesperson said. Zillow Pro aims “to help agents deepen existing relationships, not prospect strangers.”

A multigenerational team aligns with Baird & Warner. Plus, Howard Hanna NYC’s talent pool grows; dozens of agents join ERA, Real; The Agency Abaco opens; more.

Along with its launch of Elius, the firm framed its embrace of Google Cloud-driven tech as an effort to power it into a more efficient, cost-effective era.

The collective, which encompasses eight Sotheby’s subsidiaries, closed over $13B in sales in 2025 and brings over 1,100 agents to the brand in the Western U.S.

The market should continue to plod along, with slight gains expected compared to last year as buyers and sellers continue “adjusting and showing up.”

The launch of NTREIS Rewards, which echoes earlier actions by other mega MLSs, aims to make broker participants “the focal point of the organization’s purpose.”

Two-time RESO Chair Rebecca Jensen, who is also CEO of MRED, will remain a board member when her term ends. Plus, Sunny Lake Hahn to head IR at Luxury Presence.

The company known for its vehicle valuations is entering the residential real estate space with a goal of providing “a tailored strategy to achieve full price.”

Cyber liability? Crime loss? Antitrust allegations? New insurance offerings aim to protect associations and MLSs from these concerns and others, NAR said.

The overbidding trend driving up luxury home prices is expected to continue through 2026 as the AI boom brings more high-salaried home shoppers into the city.

The National Association of Realtors is using AI to crack down on trademark violations. But rebuilding the brand means raising the bar, not protecting a word.

At the Zillow vs. MRED/Compass preliminary injunction hearing, a judge listened to three irreconcilable theories. His ruling could have lasting consequences.

Century 21 gains 100+ agents in Florida, Washington. Plus, Utah firm acquires NRE; Edie Israel Team joins CB; The Agency, Premier Sotheby’s expand in NC; more.

The new recommendations will cover marketing strategies, disclosure forms, CCP compliance assessments and state-level legislation, among other topics.

The AI-driven Home Platform will expand to @properties, Corcoran and others. Plus, Real Geeks launches next-gen AI assistant; Shilo introduces 1:1 Coaching.