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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 →

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 →

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 →

Howard Hanna demands judge’s recusal over political donations

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Undisclosed political donations to Judge Stephen Bough’s wife have been called a disqualifying conflict of interest in a commission case known as Gibson. Continue reading →

NAR makes $197M commission suit settlement payment

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At least some of the payout will come from NAR’s reserve funds, including operating reserves and those collected from members specifically for lobbying and to advertise the Realtor brand. Continue reading →

News Knockout Final: Your favorite 2 stories of the year duke it out

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Commission lawsuits and industry practice changes will face off in our final bracket challenge. Inman readers, vote now and let us know what you think is the most important story of 2024. Continue reading →

News Knockout: Elite 8 stories of 2024 go head-to-head for your vote

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Stories about the commission lawsuits settlement, industry practice changes and alleged bad behavior by luxury brokers emerged as winners by a landslide. Cast your vote now for the Final Four top stories of the year. Continue reading →