Reffkin finally crafts a national MLS idea that his critics might support

Agents and leaders have long been skeptical of Compass’ bid to disrupt local MLSs. But the latest proposal might have legs, according to an Intel Index survey. Continue reading

In first interview as Compass’ president, Neda Navab says agents are the brokerage’s ‘heartbeat’

Navab also spoke about a real estate journey that began when she was a child, and about meeting Robert Reffkin in college. Continue reading

The Compass-Rocket-Redfin deal: Everything you MUST know now

This week on The Download, check in with industry thought leaders on the new deal between Compass and Redfin parent company, Rocket. Continue reading

Why the Compass–Rocket–Redfin move changes everything

Amit Kulkarni breaks down the Compass–Rocket–Redfin move, why data — not just listings — may be the real battleground and how AI could accelerate every pressure point already building in the industry. Continue reading

Jason Oppenheim: How Compass is ‘weaponizing’ secrecy

By striking a massive syndication deal with Redfin, Compass is attempting to build a parallel housing market where buyers are kept in the dark, competing brokerages are starved of inventory and the only true winner appears to be Compass’s bottom line. Continue reading

Navigating Debt Challenges: How to Rebuild Your Financial Future

Dealing with debt can feel like an uphill battle, but it’s a challenge many face and overcome with the right strategies. Whether you’re juggling credit card balances or struggling with unexpected expenses, taking control of your finances is possible. L… Continue reading

OpenAI backlash, McDonald’s memes and Ford’s F1 return show perception drives the conversation 

From AI ethics debates to viral CEO moments, recent headlines reveal how quickly perception can shift online — and what real estate professionals can learn about trust, storytelling and platform risk. Continue reading

An open letter to NAR members: Be the change you’re looking for

We are the National Association of Realtors, Darryl Davis writes, and if we want it to be better, stronger, and more trusted, then it starts with us. Continue reading

An open letter to NAR members: Be the change you’re looking for

We are the National Association of Realtors, Darryl Davis writes, and if we want it to be better, stronger, and more trusted, then it starts with us. Continue reading

Back to basics, back in business: Now Streaming

These lead-gen fundamentals still fill pipelines. Here’s how to blend them with today’s tools to get results faster. Continue reading