Douglas Elliman launches new AI-powered website

The digital platform will include an AI-powered home search tool and a private space for agents and clients to collaborate. The website will also include the “World of Elliman,” a digital lifestyle hub with original content. Continue reading

Judge won’t approve MLS PIN commission deal without changes

U.S. District Judge Patti Saris asked the DOJ Antitrust Division for evidence that offers of compensation in the MLS are anticompetitive and harm consumers. Continue reading

Top Freddie Mac, FHFA executives dismissed in latest shakeup

Among those dismissed were Freddie Mac CEO Diana Reid and Head of Human Resources Dionne Wallace Oakley. FHFA COO Gina Cross and HR Director Monic Matthews were placed on leave. Continue reading

EXp announces interim chief financial officer

EXp World Holdings CFO Kent Cheng is stepping down, effective April 1. EXp Global financial leader Jesse Hill will be taking his place until eXp names a permanent CFO. Continue reading

Lawyers bail on Alexander brothers in Side suit after non-payment

Lawyers Michael Betz and Grayson Marshall III said in a court filing on Wednesday that the brothers had failed to pay outstanding invoices billed to them and that their representation was made “unreasonably difficult” by the fact that they are incarcer… Continue reading

Team structures are a trainwreck. Here’s why it’s ruining rankings

Before the 2023 rankings, let’s get this figured out, writes broker Troy Palmquist. Are some of the biggest teams in the industry really brokerages or teamerages (or vice versa) and how does that affect the way they’re ranked? Continue reading

Is Walmart gunning for the mortgage industry? Experts say yes

Experts Holden Lewis, Greg McBride and Jill Gonzalez share their thoughts on Walmart’s foray into fintech and what it could mean for the mortgage industry. Continue reading