Google is displaying real estate listings as search results in some markets — prompting questions about IDX violations and analyst speculation about risks to the portals. Continue reading
NAR didn’t change member dues for next year, though it is using most of an advertising assessment to pay for operating expenses as a $72 million settlement payment looms. Continue reading
NAR said access to the MLS will be a “matter of local discretion.” The change is part of NAR’s ongoing effort to find areas of potential legal risk and get rid of them. Continue reading
The real estate industry is evolving fast as AI, digital twins and smart technology redefine the buying and selling experience. These five trends show how innovation is driving efficiency, trust and smarter decision-making across every corner of the ma… Continue reading
In a brief issued ahead of a hearing in its case against Zillow, Compass homed in on the listing portal’s powers of “intimidation” in issuing warnings to agents that violate its listing standards. Continue reading
Homes.com won’t lose access to real estate listing data from the California Regional Multiple Listing Service after all. Continue reading
Without specifically saying whether or not the integration violated any IDX license agreements with multiple listing services, NAR said that each individual MLS should assess its own agreement with Zillow to ensure compliance. Continue reading
There were strong reactions this week to Zillow’s integration with ChatGPT, with some leaders claiming the portal had violated IDX licensing rules. But Zillow maintains it did its due diligence and is not handing over MLS data to OpenAI. Continue reading
Longtime real estate executives Amit Kulkarni and Russ Cofano have launched a new strategy firm, Alloy Advisors. Their offerings range from product development to legal planning. Continue reading
Real estate embodies the American dream, and as a profession is filled with people fighting for their communities and their clients. Continue reading