NextHome takes ‘two is better than one’ approach to CEO role
Co-founder James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson are now co-CEOs as the ‘Unfiltered’ podcast duo embraces a move designed to ‘ramp up our already winning strategy.’
February 20, 2025
Industry News
The trends, shifts and services affecting the industry as a whole.
- Listing off the MLS cost sellers more than $1B, study findsThe new analysis was done by Zillow, whose CEO said private listings “come at the expense of the seller” and are an attempt by some brokerages to “double dip.”February 18, 2025
- DOJ debates ‘commingling’ with Zillow and NAR in REX caseThe Justice Department is concerned the case, which Zillow won in 2023, could set a bad precedent and allow other organizations to circumvent antitrust laws.February 14, 2025
- HUD faces massive staff cuts, while a lawsuit buys time for CFPBThe D.C. shakeup continues as Elon Musk’s DOGE team takes on HUD, looks to cut staff by half; the CFPB awaits a new director and retains funding — for now.February 14, 2025
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- ‘Super app’ success helped Zillow outperform the market in 2024The home search giant beat revenue expectations in Q4 as it continued to make big strides in mortgages and rentals, and announced a new partnership with Redfin.February 11, 2025
- 15 more commissions settlements on track for final approvalSeveral smaller brokerages and two MLSs named in the Keel and Gibson cases are scheduled for a final hearing on June 24.February 11, 2025
- No industry standard for ‘days on market,’ says NARWhile some association policies address DOM, it’s up to local MLSs and brokers to define and track the data — or decide if they want to collect it at all.February 11, 2025
- Lawsuits in DC as housing-related agencies close, rewrite rulesUnion files two suits on behalf of CFPB employees told to stay home after DOGE accesses systems; new HUD director halts programs tied to “gender identity.”February 10, 2025
- Will ‘days on market’ become the industry’s next big debate?Defining “days on market” is not as simple as it may seem, and leaders have different views on how DOM ties into transparency, consumer interests or even fraud.February 7, 2025
- The future of the CFPB under TrumpThe agency's operations have been paused, and it will likely be restructured and refocused. Industry experts weigh in on what may — or should — come next.February 7, 2025
- Senate confirms new leader for ‘failing’ HUDScott Turner said the nation needs "millions of homes, all kinds of homes' and expressed support for the 'opportunity zone' program from Trump’s first term.February 5, 2025
- RE/MAX Canada president steps down; ex-Zillow CEO takes new roleRE/MAX Holdings CEO Erik Carlson to lead the region until a replacement for Christopher Alexander is found; Spencer Rascoff trades real estate for dating apps.February 5, 2025
- Tariff pause with Canada, Mexico welcomed by buildersThe 25% tariffs were expected to increase the cost of home construction materials. Set to take effect on Feb. 4, they have now been paused for 30 days.February 4, 2025
- CFPB freezes activity after acting director takes helmU.S. Department of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent puts the brakes on rule-making and enforcement as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau faces defunding.February 3, 2025
- Final judgment puts a bow on NAR commissions dealCourt documents lay out the details of the landmark Sitzer/Burnett settlement, including who’s in (covered parties and opt-ins) and sellers who opted out.January 31, 2025
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau faces new threatPresident Trump fired the CFPB director days after Senate Republicans introduced a new measure to defund the watchdog agency, whose scope includes mortgages.Updated February 5, 2025
- LA fires: What we know so far, and what’s ahead for housingBrokerage leaders, data scientists and other experts have helped paint a picture of the scope and impact of the California wildfires on the LA housing market.January 29, 2025
- Trump's war on ‘wokeness’ could impact housing and real estateAll federal agencies that offer financial assistance programs — including HUD — have been ordered to share detailed information on how their dollars are spent.Updated January 29, 2025
- New lawsuit sweeps up 8 brokerages and MLSsThe companies were among the remaining entities not covered by NAR’s deal. They quickly agreed to settle, paying more than $10.5 million in combined damages.January 28, 2025
- 2 brokerages seek settlement approval; Nosalek hearing scheduledBaird & Warner and Real Estate One will add another $3.7 million to the fund, while the MLS PIN case moves forward after an extended pause.January 27, 2025
- New telemarketing rules on hold after appeals court rulingLess stringent requirements for consumer contact will stay in place for a year, the FCC says, as it delays TCPA changes mandating one-to-one consent.January 27, 2025
- California’s home insurance crisis is just beginningWith private insurers leaving — and a state-backed program on the hook for billions in payouts — owners may struggle to protect their high-risk homes.January 23, 2025
- People on the Move at RE/MAX, Virginia Realtors, Constellation1Travis Saxton named EVP of strategy for RE/MAX Holdings; Rick Lugg promoted to CEO of Virginia Realtors; Constellation1 adds 4 SVPs following brand unification.January 23, 2025
- Decoded: The legal risks of ending Clear CooperationThe CEO of CRMLS explains how buyers, sellers and even agents could potentially sue over unfair situations created by exclusively listed properties.January 22, 2025
