New appeal takes on settlement approvals of Compass, others

James Mullis has appealed the final approval of settlements totaling $110 million — a move that suggests the battle over how agents practice and get paid is far from over. Continue reading

Opendoor campaign challenges winter homeselling myth

For years, homeowners have hesitated to list their homes at the end of the year, believing that it’s an inconvenient time. “Confessions” aims to reassure sellers that Opendoor’s platform provides a reliable solution year-round, ensuring that sellers ca… Continue reading

Judge lays out reasoning for NAR settlement approval

Judge Stephen R. Bough overruled all objections to the National Association of Realtors and HomeServices deals and awarded attorneys one-third of the settlement amounts as requested. Continue reading

Compass to acquire @properties Christie’s International Real Estate

The deal is valued at around $444 million, with $150 million in cash and $294 million in equity. If finalized, it would merge the nation’s No. 1 brokerage by sales volume with the No. 8 largest brokerage. Continue reading

SERHANT. Technologies raises $45M in first equity funding round

Led by Camber Creek with Left Lane Capital, the funding will further develop the S.MPLE platform while scaling SERHANT.’s brokerage, edtech, content creation and media production services. Continue reading

Compass, Zillow and Real: A closer look at 3 winning real estate runs

This week Intel explores the financial data behind three real estate companies that thrilled investors amid a stagnant market that stymied the competition: Compass, Zillow and The Real Brokerage. Continue reading

How to safeguard your business reputation from misinformation

Implement these strategies from security expert Robert Siciliano to identify and protect yourself from misinformation, ensuring you’re better prepared to navigate today’s intricate information ecosystem. Continue reading

Coldwell Banker CEO Kamini Lane: How big is your ‘trust fund?’

Know, like and trust should be watchwords for real estate agents. Coldwell Banker’s Kamini Lane offers insight into developing the trust that matters most to clients and colleagues. Continue reading