Stephanie Reid-Simons

Senior Vice President

Stephanie followed her grandpa's path into journalism, reporting and editing her way into leadership roles with news teams covering everything from courts and crime to entertainment, sports and business. At Amazon and Zillow, she used her strategic storytelling skills to earn the attention of millions of people, establish a content marketing practice and help build a creative agency. She enjoys spending time with her family and tackling overly ambitious home-improvement projects.

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NAR President Tracy Kasper, facing blackmail threat, steps down
Kasper had been in the role for just over four months following the resignation of former president Kenny Parcell. Kevin Sears is taking over as president.
Updated December 20, 2024
The Ten: MLS leaders bond over industry shifts — and Sammy Hagar?
Art Carter and Brian Donnellan, CEOs of the nation’s largest MLSs, are pals as well as colleagues, walking the talk of collaboration in challenging times.
December 19, 2023
Redfin expands (and renames) its new agent-pay program
San Diego and Orange County join San Francisco and LA as Redfin Next launch cities on Jan. 1. The program is designed to “remove the ceiling” from compensation.
December 12, 2023
Lawmakers target hedge-fund homebuyers
The bill, which would give large-scale corporate investors 10 years to unload the homes they own or face massive penalties, faces long odds.
December 8, 2023
Meet The Ten who defined 2023
Real Estate News has selected the top newsmakers in a year shaped by trials — of all kinds — and resilience in the face of epic challenges and opportunities.
Updated January 2, 2024
Hearts, minds and home: Moving topics from NAR NXT
Conference sessions provided moments of laughter as well as insights into the future of the association — and the country — in challenging times.
November 17, 2023
NAR president’s post-verdict message: Be transparent, trust appeals
Tracy Kasper addressed Realtors in a video post, offering specific advice for working with buyers and sellers, and a look ahead to other legal actions.
November 9, 2023
A post-verdict future is taking shape fast — here’s what to do
More settlements and MLS changes are coming, the CEOs of NextHome and T3 Sixty say. Agents need training, and they’re not the only ones.
November 6, 2023
Bob Goldberg out at NAR, Chicago media exec in
Nykia Wright, previously CEO of the Chicago Sun-Times, will be interim CEO. Goldberg had previously announced plans to depart in 2024.
Updated November 2, 2023
The jury has spoken — now what?
The Sitzer/Burnett trial may be over, but a final judgment — which could impact both monetary damages and commissions rules — is yet to come.
November 1, 2023
The AI hype is real: Here’s what real estate pros need to know
Think of AI as an “infinite time saver” that can supercharge your business and free up your time. It’s not going to replace you. In fact, it needs you.
October 28, 2023
Disruption expert shares recipe for success in tough times
From lawsuits to AI, “the more uncertain the future, the more options you need,” innovation professor Luke Williams told attendees at the T3 Tech Summit.
October 24, 2023
NAR might have more paths to victory in commissions cases
Defendants presented opening arguments during week one of the Sitzer/Burnett trial. An industry lawyer sees two additional ways they might prevail in court.
October 21, 2023
Mixed perspectives on NAR following Redfin’s exit
Zillow, Windermere affirm their commitment to the association, while a top brokerage leader calls out “dysfunctionality” and a disconnect from member needs.
October 13, 2023
Anywhere, RE/MAX drop buyer commission and NAR requirements
The brokerage giants have agreed to significant policy changes as part of their settlement agreements in the Sitzer/Burnett and Moehrl commissions cases.
Updated October 6, 2023
eXp launches app for off-market listings
The company says eXp Exclusives is not meant to replace MLSs, but it provides a way to work with sellers who want to keep their listings private.
October 4, 2023
Gurtej Sodhi, CIO at Crye-Leike Real Estate, has died
A respected tech leader, Sodhi spent nearly 30 years at Crye-Leike and held numerous roles on national boards.
October 3, 2023
MV Realty files for bankruptcy amid legal turmoil
The brokerage, which offered homeowners cash in exchange for a 40-year right-to-list agreement, has been bogged down by lawsuits and investigations.
September 22, 2023
Zillow Gone Wild goes HGTV
The Instagram fave will become a “property event series” on HGTV in 2024, plus The Agency founder Mauricio Umansky will join Dancing with the Stars.
September 14, 2023
NAR stands with CEO amid turmoil
NAR leaders affirmed Bob Goldberg as CEO during an emergency meeting days after the association’s president resigned following sexual harassment allegations.
August 31, 2023