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The industry’s biggest names are weighing in on CCP: The Download

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Leaders across the real estate landscape are sharing their perspectives on the CCP — and what its possible end would mean for consumers and the housing market. Continue reading →

A big week in M&A and the fate of Clear Cooperation: Inman’s 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 →

Compass negotiating to buy Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

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The deal is reportedly nearing the finish line, though the companies have not agreed on final terms. Continue reading →

Kamini Lane: It couldn’t ‘be a worse time’ to repeal Clear Cooperation

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Coldwell Banker Realty CEO Kamini Lane wrote a “Newsweek” op-ed about protecting Clear Cooperation, telling consumers that a repeal of the policy would allow brokers to “actively hide” listings amid a long-lasting housing shortage. Continue reading →

RealScout launches exclusive listing platform for brokerages

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RealScout’s new solution allows brokerages to create a branded exclusive listing search platform. Homebuyers will get data-backed recommendations and email alerts on new listings. Continue reading →

Clear Cooperation favors free markets: Bess Freedman

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Dismantling CCP entirely will negatively impact the industry, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman writes. The industry needs to “step up and do what’s right for buyers, sellers and agents alike.” Continue reading →

Reffkin slams MLS ‘monopoly’ amid Clear Cooperation debate

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Compass CEO Robert Reffkin argued against Clear Cooperation Wednesday during an Inman on Tour session in Nashville while warning that “data is the new oil” amid predictions of a national MLS. Continue reading →

Fate of Clear Cooperation at hand as Ketchmark issues new warning

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As NAR prepares to announce its pocket listing rule decision “in the coming weeks,” attorney Michael Ketchmark said his firm will consider legal action against brokers who vote to maintain the rule. Continue reading →

Ed Zorn and Phillip Cantrell to agents: Stop sharing commissions

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Agents and brokers need to step up by embracing transparency and allowing consumers to negotiate commissions, the duo said during an Inman on Tour panel in Nashville Tuesday morning. Continue reading →

Pam Liebman: Most listings should be ‘shared amongst everybody’

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The CEO of Corcoran appeared at Inman on Tour Nashville Tuesday and expressed support for Clear Cooperation. She also said the best market is simply one where agents can transact. Continue reading →