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These are the stories you couldn’t get enough of in 2025

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From crimes and misdemeanors to mergers and acquisitions, clients weren’t the only ones making major moves this year. Here are the most-read Download column topics of 2025, updated for EOY. Continue reading →

Take a look back at the top 5 real estate news stories of 2025

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Compass, Zillow and the National Association of Realtors all dominated headlines in 2025 thanks to big M&A deals, battles over private listings and more. Continue reading →

NAR in 2025: staff shakeups, risk reduction and policy moves

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In 2025, NAR focused on policies, listening and responding to members’ concerns. Here’s how the organization and its leaders navigated an industry in turmoil. Continue reading →

The no-budget phone strategy that attracts serious buyers instantly

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Broker and attorney Greg Hague says agents can tap into motivated buyers already in motion before they spend a dollar on marketing. Continue reading →

Zillow’s listing ban hangs in the balance after 4-day hearing

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Zillow and Compass endured a four-day hearing this week over the portal’s listing access standards. A judge will now determine if Zillow can enforce these standards while Compass’s lawsuit continues. Continue reading →

Damian Eales on ‘imminent’ Realtor.com app for ChatGPT [EXCLUSIVE]

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In Part 2 of an exclusive interview with Inman, Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales explains why his company has invested in becoming a news outlet and how a launch on AI is ‘imminent.’ Continue reading →

Where else is Zillow not enforcing its private listing ban?

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Zillow acknowledged last week that it wasn’t enforcing its private listings rule in Chicagoland, opening the question of where else the standards might not be in effect. Continue reading →

Compass targets Zillow’s warnings to agents in new brief

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In a brief issued ahead of a hearing in its case against Zillow, Compass homed in on the listing portal’s powers of “intimidation” in issuing warnings to agents that violate its listing standards. Continue reading →

EXCLUSIVE: Compass unveils new Buyer Demand tool

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The tool integrates with others on Compass’ platform. It provides agents and homesellers real-time insights into how many buyers are searching for properties like theirs. Continue reading →