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CoStar takes portal war to YouTube, promises new platform

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In three star-studded advertisements for Homes.com that appeared on YouTube over the weekend, the CoStar Group teases a “revolutionized” shopping experience ahead of Super Bowl Sunday. Continue reading →

Anywhere CEO touts ‘protection’ from commission suit chaos

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The Anywhere CEO challenged individual leaders to step up, rather than be dependent on NAR to lobby for the industry in Washington. He added that the most important thing for leaders today are vision and attitude. Continue reading →

Redfin CEO: With commissions in peril ‘cooperation may crumble’

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Kelman said during virtual Inman Connect on Wednesday that pressure from the bombshell lawsuits and the Department of Justice may ultimately lead to “a different world” than the one that exists today. Continue reading →

Zillow sees losses rise in Q2 thanks to ‘tough’ market

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The company lost $38 million between April and June, though it did see revenue tick up slightly. Zillow also described 2023 as “crucial,” in a newly published earnings report. Continue reading →

Even CoStar doesn’t think it will unseat Zillow, DelPrete argues

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For all its bluster, CoStar Group likely doesn’t think it can overthrow Zillow to become real estate’s top portal, Mike DelPrete tells Intel. Here’s what the commercial real estate giant is really after. Continue reading →

Team of rivals: Zillow, Redfin unite to share new construction listings

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New construction listings on Zillow will now automatically be syndicated to Redfin. The companies believe the partnership will extend the reach of the homebuilders’ listings while aiding consumers. Continue reading →

Here’s how CoStar can beat Zillow and win the real estate portal wars

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CoStar is already borrowing a page from other big insurgent companies including Nike, Apple and Pepsi. But whether it can surpass Zillow may depend on how much it spends, analysts told Intel. Continue reading →