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What the Purlin-Final Offer merger says about the future of tech

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The next wave of proptech won’t be defined by standalone tools but by strategic combinations that create end-to-end systems, Troy Palmquist writes. Continue reading →

Existing-home sales defy consumer gloom, NAR data shows

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Consumer confidence sat near historic lows in April, while the stock market climbed to record highs. Existing-home sales rose anyway, and NAR’s chief economist says affordability is why. Continue reading →

What to do when fair housing turns into fear housing

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How does a recent open letter from HUD impact the way you market your listings and the way fair housing is taught in association trainings? Coach Darryl Davis weighs in. Continue reading →

EXp World Holdings acquires NextHome to create ‘multi-platform model’

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EXp World Holdings has acquired NextHome, giving real estate professionals within the eXp ecosystem access to a franchise ownership model. Continue reading →

Reffkin sheds light on Compass’ push for national MLS: ‘We are bringing MRED national’

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“I want to create a national MLS to compete against local MLSs,” Robert Reffkin said, while hinting at more MLS expansions to come. Continue reading →

NAR urges Congress to block proposed HUD budget cuts

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The National Association of Realtors is calling on Congress to reject a White House budget proposal that would eliminate billions in federal housing funding. Continue reading →

Gary Keller: Private listings could make MLS a ‘market of last resort’

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The Keller Williams chairman argued that “the issue isn’t whether people know — it’s which people know, and who gets to decide who knows.” Continue reading →

Zillow, Realtor.com to share pre-market listings this summer

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Zillow and Realtor.com will share pre-market listings across both platforms this summer, giving buyers early access to preview homes. Continue reading →

MRED goes national: How agents can protect local MLS systems

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The real estate industry fed Zillow until it became too powerful to ignore, coach Darryl Davis writes. Let us not do the same thing with MRED. Continue reading →

Experts say MLS competition, consolidation to heat up after nationwide expansion

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Industry experts say the wave of MLS consolidation is poised to continue, competition to heat up after two major MLSs expanded beyond their regions. Continue reading →