Bright MLS CEO: Time for fence-sitting is over. It’s time to decide

If you’re arguing for secrecy in a marketplace that is built on trust and efficiency, Bright MLS CEO Brian Donnellan writes, then maybe it’s not the model that’s outdated — maybe it’s the mindset. Continue reading

Maryland broker is latest to target NAR’s ‘3-way agreement’

Jerome E. Milko filed an antitrust lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors, saying the requirement to join local, state and national Realtor organizations is an illegal conspiracy. Continue reading

Maryland broker is latest to target NAR’s ‘3-way agreement’

Jerome E. Milko filed an antitrust lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors, saying the requirement to join local, state and national Realtor organizations is an illegal conspiracy. Continue reading

Take the Inman Intel Index survey for April

Each month, hundreds of real estate agents, brokers, executives and investors report on what they’re seeing in their corner of the industry. Add your insights. Take the survey. Continue reading

NWMLS shuts off Compass’ IDX feed amid private listing conflict

The IDX feed shutdown, which ended Thursday morning, came amid a battle that previously included accusatory Instagram posts between top executives and the specter of lawsuits. Continue reading

Sue Yannaccone reveals launch of new title venture ‘Upward Title’

The Anywhere Brands chief reveals that her company is expanding a title venture, and she argues that consolidation and integration will dominate the real estate industry. Continue reading

Consumer advocate behind Moehrl lauds new Zillow private listing rule

Zillow’s move to prohibit certain listings from its portal “signals a major tech platform is willing to challenge the old brokerage cartel,” according to Consumer Advocates in American Real Estate. Continue reading

Realtors are fighting for fairness, access and accountability

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

Judge suggests agent hire a lawyer for his antitrust case against NAR

Federal judge indicates agent “might benefit” from an attorney in suit against NAR’s three-way agreement, compares the situation to hiring a Realtor. Continue reading

Redfin to follow Zillow as it rolls out portal ban on some private listings

CEO Glenn Kelman on Monday also called on MLSs to create a “coming-soon” designation for listings that would conceal Days on Market and historical pricing data from consumers. Continue reading