Judge denies stay order after plaintiffs argue against NAR deal

Attorneys for the plaintiffs in a case now known as Moratis stress that NAR’s proposed settlement won’t stop “a key element of the antitrust conspiracy” and might take years to go into effect. Continue reading

KW team lead hosts first-ever Pride event in Canyon County, Idaho

Keller Williams team leader and LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance founding member Tom Wheeler hosted Canyon County, Idaho’s first-ever Pride event on June 9. Here’s the story of how the 4,000-person event came to life. Continue reading

DOJ urges court to overturn judgment in REX v. Zillow

“The judge’s decision created a loophole that could allow associations to sidestep antitrust scrutiny by cloaking restrictive rules as optional,” the DOJ’s filing states. The brief may give REX a new leg up in its case. Continue reading

School’s out for summer – parents brace for financial impact 

Summertime and the livin’ is easy – the motto of America’s youth. But for parents of young children, the summertime is anything but easy. As kids ditch early morning wakeup calls and homework assignments for playdates and time in the sun, parents are on the hook for keeping them entertained and cared for, which often […] Continue reading

More listings, lower rates should boost 2025 sales: Fannie Mae

Fannie Mae on Friday slashed its 2024 forecast as a result of weak spring home sales, but listings are returning to the market and mortgage rates look poised to drop, according to new projections. Continue reading

Intel Broker’s Guide: How to pry recruits from indies, franchises

It’s tough to recruit from franchises, but that’s where opportunity may lie, according to an analysis of Intel responses from 610 agents. Intel helps craft the right pitch to draw agents mulling a pivot. Continue reading

Broker-owned MLSs have forked over millions under NAR opt-in deal

The vast majority of more than 600 multiple listing services nationwide have chosen to opt in to the National Association of Realtors’ commission settlement, according to a new Inman analysis. Continue reading

9 easy social media content ideas to get you out of a summer slump

Want some fast, simple ideas for powering your marketing through a summer slowdown and pumping up the volume on your pipeline? Agent Johnathon Pressman has you covered. Continue reading

Realtor.com backs buyers’ agents for underrepresented groups

Recent legal changes have shaken up consumers’ perception of the crucial role buyers agency plays. Without a buyer’s agent, consumers, especially those in underrepresented groups are at a very real risk of not achieving their homebuying goals.  Continue reading