Realtor.com sued for copyright over attempt to capitalize on Taylor Swift engagement hype

A Kansas City photographer sued NAR and Realtor.com’s parent company for publishing her copyrighted photos of Travis Kelce’s estate without her permission. Continue reading

NAR weighs in on Zillow’s new ChatGPT integration

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

EXCLUSIVE: Compass unveils new Buyer Demand tool

The tool integrates with others on Compass’ platform. It provides agents and homesellers real-time insights into how many buyers are searching for properties like theirs. Continue reading

Got $20? Here’s how to fulfill your marketing needs (with AI) in 2025

Using AI doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive, America Foy writes. Here’s how to start using ChatGPT, Google Gemini or Claude to shave hours off of your marketing efforts today. Continue reading

2025 a banner year for mortgage deregulation and legislation

“We don’t just have a seat at the table,” Mortgage Bankers Association CEO Bob Broeksmit told members in Las Vegas. “We’re near the head of the table — and we’re speaking loud and clear.” Continue reading

Zillow scores final win as Supreme Court declines to take up REX case

In a legal victory for Zillow, the Supreme Court declined to take up a REX lawsuit that centered on a former NAR rule. Continue reading

Foreclosures are on the rise. Here’s how to lean into the shift and develop a new income stream

With foreclosure activity ticking upward, agents can learn from seasoned REO pros to build new streams of income during an economic downturn, Annette DeCicco writes. Continue reading

Trump administration lays out 5-year goals for Fannie, Freddie

Equitable housing and climate change risk are out, deregulation and combating fraud are in. The plan sheds little light on Trump administration’s bid to spur homebuilders into expanding housing supply. Continue reading

Government shutdown nails housing programs in week 2

The longer the government shutdown lasts, the more it impacts the real estate industry. Here are the latest updates on the cusp of the shutdown’s third week. Continue reading

Zillow-ChatGPT, Compass-Anywhere, SCOTUS-REX: Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading