Compass case against NWMLS will proceed
In a Mar. 19 ruling, a judge denied the Seattle-area MLS’s motion to dismiss, stating that Compass had made “plausible claims” of competitive harm.
March 20, 2026
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- Zillow’s ‘simplified’ listing standards make the MLS optionalAlongside its March 17 launch of Zillow Preview, the company published updated, more flexible listing rules to reflect the “reality” of “the listing landscape.”March 19, 2026
- Early-year new home sales ‘very disappointing’The year began with the slowest new home sales pace since October 2022. But inventory is up and the median price has fallen — both positive signs for buyers.March 19, 2026
- Mortgage rates hit 2026 high as peak homebuying season beginsConcerns about inflation and the wider U.S. economy are driving up mortgage rates as the housing market embarks on what is typically its busiest time of year.March 19, 2026
- Compass, Rocket to MLS leaders: ‘We can no longer stand idly by’The real estate giants accused several MLSs of “actively working against” agents, adding, “we will not accept rules” dictating how listings can be marketed.Updated March 20, 2026
- Listing during these weeks could net sellers thousands moreNew reports from Realtor.com and Zillow identify the ideal listing windows as demand — and competition — builds.March 18, 2026
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- Fed holds rates steady, but inflation could stymie spring salesMortgage rates didn’t shift significantly after the Fed’s unsurprising announcement, but rising prices — not rates — could be a bigger concern for homebuyers.March 18, 2026
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- Compass drops lawsuit after Zillow embraces pre-marketingThe industry’s largest brokerage had sued the home search site over its Listings Access Standards, which conflicts with Compass’ marketing approach.Updated March 20, 2026
- Former Anywhere exec Sue Yannaccone is now COO at CompassAfter leading Anywhere Brands for more than five years, Yannaccone has been appointed chief operating officer of Compass following its acquisition of Anywhere.March 18, 2026
- How Zillow’s pre-marketing move shifts the competitive landscapeThe winners? Zillow and its launch partners, who gain a recruiting advantage. The losers? Small independents — and MLSs, who should see this as a wake-up call.March 18, 2026
- MRED MLS moves to make association membership optionalOn March 19, the large Midwest MLS’s board will consider dropping association membership as a requirement for MLS data access.March 18, 2026
- eXp makes pre-market deal with Homes.com, Realtor.comThe brokerage says the move, which also includes HouseCanary’s ComeHome.com, expands consumer access while avoiding exclusive portal agreements.March 18, 2026
- HomeServices CEO ‘skeptical’ of real estate’s litigation trendAs a “recovering” lawyer, Chris Kelly doesn’t think issues like private listings should be decided by a court — especially if consumer interests get overlooked.March 18, 2026
- Housing market conditions ‘fragile’ as pending sales lagThe year-over-year decline suggests factors like economic uncertainty, affordability may “further tighten the market just as the buying season hits its stride.”March 17, 2026
- Pre-marketing could boost housing supply by over 10%: RedfinSome markets could see inventory go up if sellers have "the option to gauge interest in their homes before listing," according to a Redfin analysis.March 17, 2026
- Zillow launches ‘Preview’ to highlight pre-market listingsThe MLS-friendly product will launch with Keller Williams, HSoA, REMAX, Side and United Real Estate, offering leads and financial incentives to listing agents.Updated March 17, 2026
- After months of talks, RESO and CMLS step away from mergerThe orgs, both key to the MLS ecosystem, decided against forming a joint entity, saying structural and governance differences outweighed potential benefits.March 16, 2026
- Compass names new CTO; CoStar expands board of directorsShay Artzi is now chief technology officer at Compass International Holdings. Plus, CoStar adds independent board member; E&V Florida’s CEO leaves post.Updated March 16, 2026
- Agents are banking on stronger spring salesRecent surveys suggest agents are cautiously optimistic about the market as affordability improves, but rising economic uncertainty could be a spoiler.March 14, 2026
- San Francisco indie expands; REMAX adds 300-agent firmCity Real Estate moves into Marin County. Plus, REMAX announces brand conversion; promotions at Hawai‘i Life; Coldwell Banker, Corcoran name regional VPs; more.March 14, 2026
- Industry leaders mixed on Senate-backed housing billThe bipartisan legislation could face roadblocks in the House. Plus, the president signs two housing-related orders; DOJ to appeal Fed subpoena block; more.March 13, 2026
- 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
- Howard Hanna takes a ‘middle ground’ approach to pre-marketingCEO 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
- 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
