Nation’s 2nd largest MLS expands no-cost access to AI property intelligence platform

CRMLS is expanding access to RealReports, an AI property intelligence platform that aggregates zoning, liens and climate risk data for agents. Continue reading

7 unethical things real estate agents are doing to compete

When the pressure to win overrides the commitment to serve clients, everyone loses, coach Darryl Davis writes. Here’s what to watch for — and why it matters. Continue reading

Howard Hanna launches private listing network ‘HannaList’

HannaList will roll out in April and enable listing agents and their clients to share properties with Howard Hanna buyer agents and their clients before wider distribution. Continue reading

Real estate without an MLS: Lessons from Costa Rica

No centralized listing data, consistent addresses or standardized market transparency? Costa Rican broker-owner Todd Cutter explains what buying and selling property looks like for agents. Continue reading

Up the ladder: Real estate’s biggest new hires and moves

Century 21, Fathom Realty and other industry brands made moves last week, adding multimillion-dollar teams and new executives to their ranks. Continue reading

Clear collaboration in action: What the Compass-Redfin deal gets right

The Compass-Redfin deal, ARA co-founder Jason Haber writes, represents movement toward a more flexible, consumer-centric model where data serves sellers and buyers rather than institutions.  Continue reading

Reffkin finally crafts a national MLS idea that his critics might support

Agents and leaders have long been skeptical of Compass’ bid to disrupt local MLSs. But the latest proposal might have legs, according to an Intel Index survey. Continue reading

The Compass-Rocket-Redfin deal: Everything you MUST know now

This week on The Download, check in with industry thought leaders on the new deal between Compass and Redfin parent company, Rocket. Continue reading

Why the Compass–Rocket–Redfin move changes everything

Amit Kulkarni breaks down the Compass–Rocket–Redfin move, why data — not just listings — may be the real battleground and how AI could accelerate every pressure point already building in the industry. Continue reading

HomeServices CEO on private listings: ‘Tell me how that is putting the consumer first’ (WATCH)

On stage with Joe Skousen and Stuart Siegel, Chris Kelly compared private listings to video streaming fragmentation. Continue reading