DOJ’s ‘concerns’ may jeopardize an MLS commission settlement

The antitrust enforcer suggests the rule changes in the proposed deal don’t go far enough. Plaintiffs’ attorneys say the agency has failed to articulate its specific concerns. Continue reading

Redfin leaves NAR — and calls on its brokers and agents to follow suit

In a message to employees on Monday, Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman cited NAR’s harassment scandal and other grievances as reasons for calling on 1,800 Realtors to cancel memberships. Continue reading

Volunteer leaders, Parcell included, focus of leaked 2022 NAR memo

Coupled with findings of an internal investigation made public this month, the memo addressed to Donna Gland reveals NAR was aware of a “hostile, toxic work environment” as early as March 2022. Continue reading

Existing-home sales fall off 0.7% led by Southern, Western markets

Sales of existing homes slid 0.7 percent between July and August to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.04 million but held steady in the Northeast and rose in the Midwest. Continue reading

The pandemic broke open houses. Can a financial downturn fix them?

Open houses have been on the decline for decades, with the typical seller hosting only one open house event. However, data shows the current downturn could breathe new life into the practice. Continue reading

No more ‘business as usual’. Here’s what NAR needs to change next

Pam O’Connor retired as CEO of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and was named one of the top 25 thought leaders by the National Association of Realtors. In this op-ed, she shares her thoughts on the organization, its business model, and makes… Continue reading

Mutiny inside NAR as staffers call for resignations of top executives

Employees of the trade group demanded the departures of NAR CEO Bob Goldberg, President Tracy Kasper, Chief Legal Officer Katie Johnson and head of HR Donna Gland on Monday. Continue reading

NAR loses ‘Great Place to Work’ distinction on heels of Chicago rally

A rally at NAR headquarters in Chicago drew few Realtors on Monday, but organizers at the NAR Accountability Project declared a win nonetheless after NAR lost its “Great Place to Work” merit. Continue reading

RE/MAX settles bombshell commission lawsuits for $55M

The deal resolves claims in both the Sitzer and Moehrl antitrust cases. The franchisor agreed to change its business practices, including “no longer forcing homesellers to pay buyer’s agents.” Continue reading