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Here’s the timeline of the NAR-DOJ legal battle

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The U.S. Department of Justice just backed out of an antitrust settlement with the National Association of Realtors, suggesting more legal wrangling is on its way. Continue reading →

This is what makes real estate in the United States of America so unique

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From commissions and entrepreneurism to Poland’s legendary tale of the “one-hour MLS,” there are few places like the U.S. when it comes to real estate. Continue reading →

BREAKING: Justice Department withdraws from settlement with the National Association of Realtors

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The antitrust regulator said the trade group refused to modify the deal to protect the agency’s ability to investigate other NAR conduct that could impact real estate competition. Continue reading →

NAR disaster relief charity kicks off campaign to raise $8.5M

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Because natural disasters have become increasingly common, the Realtors Relief Foundation is shoring up its resources to be able to respond at a moment’s notice. Continue reading →

With new FTC chair, expect greater scrutiny on the real estate industry

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Lina Khan’s appointment at the Federal Trade Commission last week appears to indicate the Biden administration plans to take an aggressive approach to antitrust regulation. Continue reading →

Ohio’s largest MLS ditches ‘Coming Soon’ status

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MLS Now says the status caused “unintended consequences” and has been the most common complaint among agents in the past year. Continue reading →

LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance teams up with Asian Real Estate Association of America

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Just as the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance passed its one-year birthday, it announced Wednesday that it struck up a new partnership with the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA). The partnership was formalized in a memorandum of understanding … Continue reading →

Sexual harassment suit against Move settles

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The case alleging Move failed to provide a safe working environment and retaliated against Suzanne Mueller for participating in a sexual harassment investigation against an NAR executive was dismissed at the request of both parties. Continue reading →

‘Homebodies’ hampering housing market potential by not selling

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“Homebodies” — homeowners who don’t want to give up their rock-bottom mortgage rates and seniors choosing to age in place — are keeping home sales from reaching their full potential, according to an analysis by First American Financial Corp. Continue reading →

They came for 2-sided deals — then a pocket listing debate broke out

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Despite its title — “The End of the Two-Sided Deal: Will This Be The New Normal?” — a panel at Inman Connect quickly turned into an intense debate over the role of pocket listings. Continue reading →