More News

The 30-year mortgage fell to its lowest level since May 2023, which “should begin to pique their interest in making a move” — but buyers might not be ready.

NAR reps discussed upcoming rule changes and reiterated that it does not promote or set compensation: “NAR is agnostic as to where the commission levels are.”

Revenue was up 13% in Q2, and the company — now with a new CEO — said it's in a strong position: “We have the most customers, we work with the best partners."

Watch the conversation with NAR’s top lobbyist as she discusses what advocacy really means for members and some of the big wins the association has achieved.

Barton and Jeremy Wacksman speak exclusively with Real Estate News about the leadership transition at the top of the influential home-search site.

The latest sentiment survey from Fannie Mae shows declining optimism, with more consumers now saying they plan to rent when they make their next move.

The company reported strong Q2 numbers, noting that its rev share model and tech will continue to give it an edge, while “traditional models may struggle.”

CEO Glenn Kelman says the company's lower-fee model will attract consumers who are now more aware of commissions: "We can use price as a weapon to gain share."

A court filing indicates that Chicago-based At World Properties is nearing a deal in a lawsuit brought by an Illinois homebuyer.

The Consumer Federation of America has rolled out new guidance and is discouraging the practice of paying agents based on a percentage of a home’s sale price.

A Redfin survey found that younger buyers are more willing to sacrifice safety, and overall, proximity to amenities was lower on the list of must-haves.

The brokerage, which received praise for its new buyer and seller agreements, is sharing forms and scripts related to concessions and buy-side compensation.

The jobs report was the biggest surprise, and it had an immediate impact on mortgage rates. Meanwhile, inventory continues to build.

MLS platform Perchwell to focus on AI; Planitar’s floorplan tool iGUIDE integrating with FBS’ FlexMLS platform; Lofty adds property management system.

Watch the conversation as NextHome execs James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson share their experience with commissions lawsuits and what they think of workarounds.

A noteworthy United Real Estate merger in Dallas; Windermere appoints a new economist; Engel & Völkers agents get access to new design tools.

Redfin reports that the typical commission for buyer agents slipped to 2.55% ahead of the August 17 deadline for rule changes related to the NAR settlement.

Move Inc. lawyers said that a former employee who went to work for CoStar accessed Realtor.com’s proprietary document containing future plans for articles.

Members of ARMLS and Metro MLS will be able to choose between ShowingTime and Aligned Showings after resolution of a lawsuit filed by Zillow in December.

It’s early, the iBuyer’s CEO says, but Opendoor has seen “10-15 basis points of pressure” on commission rates. “Not a huge amount, but decidedly different.”