What the biggest names in real estate really thought of 2023

Fourteen of the real estate industry’s biggest leaders shared their thoughts on rising mortgage rates, slowing sales, antitrust suits, National Association of Realtors drama, and several other headline-making stories along with their hopes for the new … Continue reading

Jury finds in favor of homeseller plaintiffs in Sitzer | Burnett trial

Jurors on Tuesday shocked the real estate industry, awarding damages adding up to $5.36 billion to homesellers after deliberating for 2 hours and 28 minutes. Continue reading

Sitzer | Burnett closing arguments wrap as judgment day approaches

In a final push on Monday, attorneys for real estate franchisors and the National Association of Realtors argued that homesellers in the case failed to prove a conspiracy to inflate commissions. Continue reading

Gary Keller takes stand in person as Sitzer | Burnett verdict nears

Keller Williams co-founder Gary Keller provided lengthy testimony Friday as the defense wrapped up a case to be decided by a Kansas City jury later this week. Continue reading

Anywhere, RE/MAX agree to settle Nosalek commission lawsuit

New legal filings propose that MLS PIN class members from the Nosalek lawsuit be included in the “substantive terms” of the Sitzer/Burnett and Moehrl settlements with Anywhere and RE/MAX. Continue reading

RE/MAX becomes 3rd major firm to distance itself from NAR

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

Anywhere’s chief product officer: ‘Hallucinations’ are holding back AI

Should agents, brokers and clients put their faith in artificial intelligence right now? Until accuracy is improved, the answer is a resounding “no,” Anywhere Chief Product Officer Tony Kueh told Intel. Continue reading

Ginger Wilcox isn’t interested in stepping into Sherry Chris’ shoes

With 30 years of experience at some of the world’s most recognizable brands, the newly-minted Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate president spoke to Inman about settling into her new role. Continue reading

Coldwell Banker’s Kate Rossi to lead new Anywhere agent program

Anywhere’s Agent Engagement team will help Anywhere affiliated broker-owners and agents supercharge their businesses with personalized coaching and mentorship, the company said. Continue reading

Sherry Chris, a real estate icon in ‘Pantone Pink,’ broke the mold

Over her decades-long career in real estate, Sherry Chris was the rare executive who was smart, intuitive and always fun, Brad Inman writes. “Even in retirement, she will only be a call away.” Continue reading