Broker and attorney Greg Hague writes that the Compass vs. Zillow lawsuit will end as the catalyst that democratizes real estate technology, empowers innovation and ultimately puts consumers back in control of how they buy and sell homes. Continue reading
Team leader Carl Medford writes that Zillow’s brokerage license and algorithmic pricing suggestions could be setting it up for a legal showdown that threatens its entire business model. Continue reading
The antitrust suit, filed Monday in the Southern District of New York, accuses Zillow of using anticompetitive behavior to “protect its monopoly and revenues in violation of the antitrust laws.” Continue reading
Artificial intelligence, a landmark lawsuit, private listing networks — this industry has seen a lot of change this past year. We want to know: What do you need more information about? Continue reading
Zillow Group started notifying brokers on May 28 about listings that weren’t aded to the MLS within 24 hours of being publicly marketed. The portal declined to share how many notices have been sent. Continue reading
During a keynote address Tuesday, the CEO rallied the firm’s agents and staff against Compass naysayers, discussed short-term goals of seller choice and agent listing attribution, and unveiled the latest rendition of Compass AI. Continue reading
The trade organization’s MLS committee on Tuesday approved the elimination of the controversial policy at a meeting closed to the media. Its Executive Committee will take a final vote Wednesday. Continue reading
At NAR’s midyear conference, Kevin Sears told brokers he was “cautiously optimistic” about improving the trade group’s relationship with the antitrust enforcer. Continue reading
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading
In an exclusive interview with Inman, Hoby Hanna said “blindly adopting” NAR’s nationwide MLS policies risks more antitrust litigation — and his company “can’t continue” to comply with CCP. Continue reading