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NAR President: As Realtors, it’s critical to remember who we serve

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According to NAR President Kevin Sears, Realtors have a profound obligation and responsibility to put client interests ahead of our own. Continue reading →

Here’s what comes next in the Compass-Anywhere deal

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The FTC and Department of Justice are expected to scrutinize the impacts of the deal — which would give the merged companies a combined market share of 18 percent Continue reading →

Brad Inman: ‘AI will be god-like,’ and other real estate predictions

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The Inman founder recently shared why he’s excited about the future of AI — and talked about what he sees coming next for real estate. Continue reading →

Realtor.com CEO is ready to ‘turn off’ Clear Cooperation debate

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At Inman Connect San Diego, Realtor.com CEO Damian Eales said it’s time to turn the page on Clear Cooperation and focus on solving issues that will improve consumers’ main challenge — affordability. Continue reading →

Zillow slams Compass’ ‘hidden listing scheme’ in new court filing

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The portal giant countered arguments Compass had made in its complaint alleging antitrust activity and more, and asked the court to deny a request for a preliminary injunction that would prevent enforcement of Zillow’s new listing standards. Continue reading →

Century 21 CEO: Recruiting ‘is so ultra competitive right now’

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Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler knows recruiting and retaining agents is a big concern for brokers today. Next month, he’ll roll out a competition focused on bringing more agents and companies in house. Continue reading →

Zillow turned a profit in Q1 for the first time in years

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The portal lifted its rental and mortgage segments in the first three months of 2025, earnings data released Wednesday shows. CEO Jeremy Wacksman said the gains came despite a tough market. Continue reading →

West USA Realty commits to Zillow Group’s listing policy

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One of Arizona’s largest brokerages, West USA Realty, has committed to following Zillow Group’s listing access standard. The firm is the third to formally support the portal’s ban on privately marketed listings. Continue reading →

Zillow pushes back against private listings: The Download

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Zillow’s answer to the rising tide of private listing networks has been met with both praise and pushback from industry leaders. Continue reading →

PLNs, dual agency and buyer choice: Back to the future?

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Current practice changes are pushing us toward a less transparent market, compliance expert Summer Goralik writes. That’s bad business for both clients and real estate professionals. Continue reading →