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Zillow’s clarity, Tutor’s clap back, LionDesk’s closure: Inman Top 5

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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 →

Howard Hanna in open rebellion against Clear Cooperation Policy

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CEO Hoby Hanna sent a letter to NAR and the more than 70 MLSs the major real estate brokerage belongs to informing them that it will no longer consider itself bound by the policy. Continue reading →

Redfin says it will begin banning listings in September

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Redfin will begin banning listings that aren’t added to the multiple listing service (MLS) within 24 hours of being publicly marketed in September. The announcement comes two days after Zillow Group shared its ban timeline. Continue reading →

Are private listings ‘steering’? Inman panelists debate

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NextHome’s James Dwiggins argued during Inman On Tour Miami that Compass is “steering” clients. Compass’ Mark McLaughlin said Compass clients aren’t being “duped.” Continue reading →

Zillow provides clarity on private listings rule — and when it rolls out

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Zillow will send warnings about non-compliant listings beginning May 28, but enforcement won’t start until June 30. Agents will receive two warnings before their third non-compliant listing is blocked, executives said. Continue reading →

It’s time to take back our listings

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Real estate pros have let tech platforms and restrictive policies chip away at agent value for too long, coach Darryl Davis writes. Let the people who earn the listing own the lead. Continue reading →

How NAR, MLSs and Zillow use market power to serve themselves

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Think these real estate industry mainstays are doing what’s best for members and real estate pros? Think again, authors and agents Hans and Steve Wydler write. Continue reading →

Fed: Requiring buyer agreements has no effect on commissions

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The Federal Reserve analysis found that rising home prices are likely why commission rates fell in the past two decades, but found no impact on rates after buyer contracts were required in 15 states. Continue reading →

Serhant’s diss, Homes.com’s boost, Caballero’s record: Top 5

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Dueling with dual agency in the age of private listing networks

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Is dual agency fair to buyers, sellers and agents? In the age of private listing networks, Spencer Krull writes, it’s worth examining who the practice benefits. Continue reading →