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Your commission’s on trial. Here’s what to know: The Download

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The bombshell buyer commission trial is finally here. We’re making sure you’re all caught up before it begins this week. Continue reading →

‘Modest’ commission proposals are insufficient, says watchdog

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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 →

Stakes are incalculable for NAR as bombshell commission trial looms

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Next week’s long-anticipated Sitzer/Burnett commission trial is only the most immediate threat to real estate’s most powerful trade organization as it navigates a series of existential challenges. Continue reading →

Coldwell Banker names Jason Waugh president of affiliates

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Waugh was previously president and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Real Estate Professionals. His new role will focus on brand strategy, affiliate operations and franchise sales. Continue reading →

Anywhere unveils the details of its bombshell commission settlement

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Among the proposed changes, Anywhere said its company-owned brokerages, franchisees and affiliated agents will no longer be required to belong to the National Association of Realtors. Continue reading →

What Moves Her brings ‘Balance Blueprint’ campaign to industry

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Amidst an industry in turmoil, the real estate female empowerment and advocacy organization has launched a new campaign to “spur action on behalf of women in real estate.” Continue reading →

Andy Florance: Bombshell lawsuits will upend Zillow’s business model

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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 →

DOJ’s ‘concerns’ may jeopardize an MLS commission settlement

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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 →

RE/MAX settles bombshell commission lawsuits for $55M

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The deal resolves claims in both the Sitzer and Moehrl antitrust cases. The franchisor agreed to change its business practices, including “no longer forcing homesellers to pay buyer’s agents.” Continue reading →

MLS PIN settlement approved after overcoming judge’s qualms

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Judge Patti Saris, of the U.S. District Court in Massachusetts, preliminarily approved the deal after the settlement fund was restructured. Continue reading →