The Ten: How commissions lawsuits defined the year, and what’s next
The Sitzer/Burnett trial put a spotlight on compensation, but it’s far from “case closed” as questions — and lawsuits — about how agents get paid multiply.
December 29, 2023
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- The Ten: NAR determined to ‘rebuild trust’ in 2024 after a year of upheavalThe massive trade organization showed cracks in the foundation as it confronted harassment allegations from the inside and legal threats from the outside.December 23, 2023
- The Ten: New face of NAR meets pivotal moment with confidenceOn stages large and small, NAR President Tracy Kasper is making a compelling push to retake the Realtor narrative and highlight efforts to expand homeownership.December 21, 2023
- 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
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- The Ten: Cyberattacks exposed real estate's vulnerabilities — and strengthsHacks wreaked havoc in the second half of the year. But the industry pulled together, proving that professionalism and relationships are what drive real estate.Updated January 2, 2024
- The Ten: Looking back on a year of mortgage rate madnessWhile high borrowing costs brought the market to a halt in 2023, there are signs that mortgage rate relief is coming in 2024.December 12, 2023
- The Ten: All eyes on Hanna after bold listings shift — but now what?After becoming CEO of the nation’s largest independent brokerage, Hoby Hanna limited access to some listings. Expanding that approach is the table for 2024.December 9, 2023
- The Ten: Squeezed from all sides, buyer’s agents remain resilientBuyer’s agents in 2023 were at the center of questions about compensation — and their value. But those who have made it through are confident of their worth.December 6, 2023
- Meet The Ten who defined 2023Real 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
