Bess Freedman on why Compass’ listing portal is raising red flags

Launched Monday, Compass One’s aim is to funnel business through private exclusive channels, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman writes — yet it threatens a healthy real estate market. Continue reading

Fair housing protections rolled back on Day 1 of Trump presidency

Having fair access and the opportunity to lease or own a home is paramount to the American dream, Dr. Lee Davenport writes. Here’s how new policies could impact that goal. Continue reading

NYC real estate vet Scott Harris launches Magnetic firm with Side

After 18 years with Brown Harris Stevens, Harris has set off on his own with members of his previous team alongside him. The firm will put a high focus on client and agent service. Continue reading

Patterson Homes joins Century 21 as 1st Memphis-based firm

Under Patterson’s leadership at Century 21, the team will continue serving clients in Shelby and Desoto counties, specializing in residential and commercial buying and selling, while strengthening brand recognition in the Greater Memphis area. Continue reading

Commissions have fallen for homes above $500K, Redfin says

Overall buyer’s agent commissions average 2.37 percent, essentially unchanged since August. Commissions rose for homes below $500,000, according to the new report. Continue reading

Former Vegas Realtors CEO sues organization after election mishap

Wendy DiVecchio points to disagreement with the board over LVR’s ownership of its MLS as a potential reason she was suspended, investigated and subsequently fired last week. Continue reading

Former Vegas Realtors CEO sues organization after election mishap

Wendy DiVecchio points to disagreement with the board over LVR’s ownership of its MLS as a potential reason she was suspended, investigated and subsequently fired last week. Continue reading

The future of the MLS: A proposed path toward a national network

Achieving a national multiple listing service should be our top priority as Realtors, Michigan-based @properties Christie’s International Real Estate broker Chris Marzke writes for Inman. Continue reading

A broker left out of NAR settlement gets candid: ‘I’m still pissed’

First Team CEO Michele Harrington’s company just settled a commission suit. But while speaking to Inman, she was critical of the way the suits, and NAR’s involvement, have played out. Continue reading

What’s next for fair housing in an anti-DEI era?

Protecting fair housing must be a non-negotiable part of building a more inclusive and equitable future, Keller Williams’ Julia Lashay Israel writes. Continue reading