While we’ve been distracted by policy fights, lawsuits and finger-pointing, Zillow has been executing a master plan to become the dominant force for all real estate needs, coach Darryl Davis writes. Continue reading
Auction.com executives confirmed to Inman that views of its listings have increased significantly since Zillow began rolling out a new user experience that now includes previously hidden listings. Continue reading
Kelly is diving into his role as HomeServices’ CEO at a challenging time, but he told Inman he’s ready to get to work. He dished on private listings, Zillow and those Compass acquisition rumors. Continue reading
In most markets, the portal has resumed displaying non-MLS listings alongside other properties in spite of NAR’s no-commingling rule, the policy behind a lawsuit between Zillow and REX in 2021. Continue reading
State regulators are scrutinzing Realtor practices and mandating consumer-friendly, fiduciary-level professional behavior, Summer Goralik writes. Continue reading
The Utah-based Realtor association has adopted Delayed Marketing Exempt Listings, introduced under NAR’S Multiple Listing Options for Sellers Policy. Continue reading
There was no shortage of opinions following Zillow’s (and later, Redfin’s) ban on private listings marketed publicly. Continue reading
Northwest MLS on Thursday reinstated a data license it says it yanked after Compass violated its rules. Compass says the rules were changed after it started doing private listings in Washington. Continue reading
MLSs and greater transparency are not the problem, Vanguard Properties’ Nina Dosanjh writes. They are part of a proven infrastructure that evolves as the market changes. Continue reading
Darryl Davis outlines the way Zillow’s actions and policies are designed for its own benefit, not for the benefit of sellers or real estate professionals. Continue reading