The long-awaited Sitzer | Burnett commission trial is underway in Kansas City, Missouri, and Inman is covering it all live as it unfolds. Check back early and often for news, views, schedules and more. Continue reading
The allegations, the high-profile witnesses slated to testify and all the evidence the jury will and won’t see — it’s all here as the long-awaited Sitzer | Burnett commission trial unfolds this week. Continue reading
The bombshell buyer commission trial is finally here. We’re making sure you’re all caught up before it begins this week. Continue reading
Long critical of the lack of real estate commission transparency, watchdog group Consumer Federation of America released steps for creating a competitive landscape around agent commissions. Continue reading
Nearly 60,000 home purchase contracts were canceled during August, according to Redfin. But real estate agents told Inman that buyer uncertainty and inexperienced new agents are to blame. Continue reading
In announcing the details of its settlement in the bombshell commission suits, the franchisor said that agents and brokerages would “have the freedom to set and/or negotiate commissions as they see fit.” Continue reading
CoStar CEO Andy Florance dished with Intel about the commission lawsuits, nemesis Zillow and NAR as Homes.com nabbed 100 million unique visitors for the first time ever in September. Continue reading
The antitrust enforcer suggests the rule changes in the proposed deal don’t go far enough. Plaintiffs’ attorneys say the agency has failed to articulate its specific concerns. Continue reading
It takes a highly qualified real estate agent to perform at the level that some of the world’s wealthiest celebrities demand. Here are the top ones serving Hollywood, according to “The Hollywood Reporter.” Continue reading
Compass has recruited 15 agents from an Ocean City, New Jersey, RE/MAX franchise, 10 of whom will serve as principal agents. The new recruits represent $136 million in 2022 sales volume. Continue reading