Stop taking legal advice from NAR and your local association

Associations are a valuable resource, but they’re not the be-all and end-all of real estate, especially when it comes to questions about legality and licensing. It’s important to rely on valid legal advice from an attorney rather than the opinion of as… Continue reading

NAR signals more declines to come after 3rd-straight membership dip

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun warned of “further declines in membership over the next 24 months” after NAR posted a 2.1 percent annual membership decline last month. Continue reading

REX appeals latest court loss, aims to keep fighting Zillow

The company is appealing a recent ruling that rejected its request for a new trial. REX has been feuding with Zillow for years now. Continue reading

Keller Williams settled. What does NAR do now? The Download

In the wake of the $70 million settlement by Keller Williams, NAR and HomeServices of America appear to be the ones left holding the bag. What happens next? Continue reading

Keller Williams settles Sitzer, Moehrl commission suits for $70M

Under the proposed deal, Keller Williams must inform franchisees that offers of compensation are not required. It also agreed to revise training materials and end rules requiring agents to join NAR. Continue reading

NAR CEO Nykia Wright appears — and disappears — in ‘odd’ new video

In a video that abruptly vanished from NAR’s website Wednesday before resurfacing, Wright said the group does not set commissions — a practice it isn’t currently being accused of — and welcomed competition from AREA. Continue reading

Recapping this year’s ICNY and the people vs. tech dilemma

Inman Connect New York 2024 was a comprehensive and robust gathering of real estate professionals, Bobbie Wasserman writes. It echoed the resilience and adaptability of the industry in a challenging time. Continue reading

Long-serving HAR CEO Bob Hale announces his retirement

Hale has been with HAR since the 1970s, racking up a long list of accomplishments and awards along the way. René Galvan will succeed him as president and CEO. Continue reading

Pocket listing suit against NAR ‘paused’ for settlement talks

NAR was dismissed without paying any money or making any rule changes, but The PLS says it can reopen the case if they don’t come to a deal. Continue reading

Does Umansky have what it takes to save real estate? The Download

At Inman Connect New York, The Agency founder unveiled his plan for a rival organization to take on NAR. Is there any chance it’ll work? Continue reading