Howard Hanna takes a ‘middle ground’ approach to pre-marketing
CEO Hoby Hanna believes the new HannaList initiative, which he says will abide by MLS rules, offers sellers a chance to build momentum prior to a public launch.
March 12, 2026
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- Douglas Elliman touts ‘bold execution’ in Q4 as revenue ticked upThe luxury brokerage made four key moves during the quarter, CEO Michael Liebowitz told investors, highlighting expansions, leadership changes and agent tech.March 13, 2026
- Economic unease threatens early-year housing market momentumConcerns about the war in Iran are adding to widespread economic anxiety as mortgage rates — which recently hit three-year lows — start ticking back up.March 12, 2026
- Zillow pushes for a stay in RESPA case; Anywhere notches a winIn a March 11 filing, Zillow reiterated a request to pause the Taylor case. Meanwhile, five Gibson deals were appealed; Anywhere settlement approved in Tuccori.March 12, 2026
- What buyers are stressed about — and how agents can helpA recent survey reveals how emotions and economic pressures influence buyers, sometimes leading to poor decisions and post-purchase regrets.March 12, 2026
- Rayse, B&W launch new AI tools; CRMLS offers RealReports to members"RAE" AI assistant now available via Rayse. Plus, RealReports expands in California; Baird & Warner, Rejig.AI partner; Florida firm adds valuation tools; more.March 11, 2026
- Do more while doing less: Keller Williams-affiliated agents share top AI playsArtificial intelligence tools can help agents stay ahead of the curve in an industry increasingly adopting the new tech.
- CoStar rebuts investor claims, hires defamation-focused law firmAfter tangling with activist investors over criticism of Homes.com, CoStar said it had engaged a firm specializing in “high-profile reputational attacks.”March 11, 2026
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- HomeServices CEO: We’re ready to be the ‘adults in the room’As the industry shifts, “it’s really important that HomeServices steps up and fulfills its obligation” as one of the nation’s top brokerages, Chris Kelly said.March 11, 2026
- Business dev exec joins Howard Hanna NYC; a new CEO at ZumperHal Gavzie brings 25-plus years of brokerage leadership experience to Howard Hanna NYC. Plus, Zumper appoints a new CEO; longtime MLS leader embraces new role.Updated March 11, 2026
- Jury convicts Alexander brothers in sex trafficking caseTal, Oren and Alon Alexander were found guilty of multiple federal sex crimes in a case brought against the celebrity brokers and their brother in late 2024.March 10, 2026
- Uptick in home sales could signal a modest reboundExisting home sales rose slightly in February, but lagged behind last year’s pace. How consumers react to economic uncertainty may be key to sales this spring.March 10, 2026
- Styldod updates AI image tools — with a focus on complianceThe latest tech, integrated into CRMLS listing workflows, aims to save agents time, reduce violations and turn listing photos into decision-making tools.March 10, 2026
- The ‘magical question’ eXp’s CEO wants every agent to askAI is helping agents score leads, says Leo Pareja. But if they don’t ask where those leads are coming from, how will they know which resources to invest in?March 10, 2026
- Real elevates team leader to executive growth roleWith agent count now topping 33,000, The Real Brokerage is looking to become “more intentional in how we grow and in pushing growth,” CEO Tamir Poleg said.March 9, 2026
- Offerpad receives second delisting warning in 11 monthsThe iBuyer has 6 months to return to compliance with NYSE rules after its share price fell below $1 for 30 days. It will also “consider available alternatives.”March 9, 2026
- Fathom adds 50-plus agent firm; indie joins William RaveisThe South Jersey group now at Fathom was previously led by the brokerage’s new VP of growth. Plus, eXp New Homes launches; The Agency expands in Ohio; more.March 7, 2026
- Washington private listings bill could soon be the lawLegislation prohibiting selective marketing of residential properties has cleared the state’s House and Senate and is expected to be signed by the governor.March 6, 2026
- Fed unlikely to change tactics despite weak jobs reportThe U.S. lost 92,000 jobs in February, but economists expect the Fed to stick to its wait-and-see approach while employment data remains “volatile.”March 6, 2026
- Why I left NAR (but not the industry)When a longtime member lets their dues lapse after recalculating the value of association membership, that's worth paying attention to.March 6, 2026
- New legislation offers clarity on corporate home purchase banA bipartisan housing package advanced this week in the Senate. Meanwhile, another bill targets investor activity in areas hit by natural disasters.March 5, 2026
- Home sales off to a slow start in March as Iran war unfoldsThe Middle East conflict “just added to the anxiety pile” for buyers and sellers already concerned about economic uncertainty, dampening sales activity.March 5, 2026
- HSoA debuts new logo; Coldwell Banker, Real score agentsThe brand refresh aims to clearly show “who we are,” HSoA’s CEO said. Plus, C21 nabs family firm; eXp enters Luxembourg; Elliman expands in Virginia; more.March 5, 2026
- Side co-founders: Don’t take a ‘strip mall’ approach to growthOn a recent podcast, Guy Gal and Hilary Saunders riffed on consolidation, legal risks of private listings, and the corporate brokerage ”membership club” model.March 5, 2026
- A Rechat-Canva integration; PulteGroup leans into AIRechat and Canva create a “closed-loop” workflow for agents. Plus, PulteGroup adds AI tools; Simplify Home offers pre-listing home improvement program.March 4, 2026
- Real Brokerage revenue jumps 44% as agent growth continuesThe tech-focused brokerage outpaced the broader housing market in Q4, increasing transactions and agent count, and logged $2B in revenue for the full year.March 4, 2026
- MLS, local association counts drop as consolidation acceleratesThe number of MLSs operating in the U.S. fell below 500 in 2025 — a 43% drop from a decade earlier, according to T3 Sixty’s 2026 Organized Real Estate Indices.March 4, 2026
