Cash is still king as Florida agents navigate ‘wonkiest market’ in years

As the summer housing market in Florida heats up, homebuyers and sellers are discovering a tale of two markets that offers opportunities for luxury buyers — and next to nothing for everyone else. Continue reading

Former KW CEO Mark Willis ‘home’ 18 months after eXp recruit drama

A year and a half after Keller Williams legally blocked eXp World Holdings’ attempt to recruit Mark Willis, the former KW CEO has returned to his roots in a new consulting role, Inman has learned. Continue reading

Keller Williams says ruling could hurt its defense in commission trial

The Sitzer/Burnett antitrust case is set to begin Oct. 16 but could be moved to February. The court denied the franchisor’s request to change the date because it conflicts with KW’s Family Reunion. Continue reading

The stories and trends that defined a whirlwind first half of 2023

Intel takes a look back at the market trends, brokerage strategies, Wall Street happenings and legal controversies that shook the past six months and could well define the remainder of 2023. Continue reading

MLS turns back on franchisors after settling commission case for $3M

Homesellers plan to use funds from MLS PIN, the largest multiple listing service in New England, to continue antitrust litigation against Anywhere, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and HomeServices. Continue reading

Newzip helps mortgage lenders connect borrowers to agents

Former Keller Williams Realty exec’s startup enables virtually any mortgage lender to emulate programs offered by bigger rivals, such as Rocket Mortgage, loanDepot and Better. Continue reading

Truist puts former Keller Williams exec in charge of home loans

David Smith will oversee Truist’s direct, correspondent and warehouse mortgage channels as well as servicing for more than 1.2 million homeowners. Continue reading

Keller Williams and agent hit with class action telemarketing suit

Las Vegas resident Wayan Garvey filed a complaint calling out Keller Williams’ allegedly “relentless marketing practices” and accusing the franchisor and agent Britney Gaitan of violating federal law. Continue reading

Keller Williams rolls out updates to Command tech platform

The new features will allow agents to automate more of their work and better manage their deals, according to an announcement Tuesday. The goal is to help agents amid a challenging market. Continue reading