New appeal takes on settlement approvals of Compass, others

James Mullis has appealed the final approval of settlements totaling $110 million — a move that suggests the battle over how agents practice and get paid is far from over. Continue reading

Opendoor campaign challenges winter homeselling myth

For years, homeowners have hesitated to list their homes at the end of the year, believing that it’s an inconvenient time. “Confessions” aims to reassure sellers that Opendoor’s platform provides a reliable solution year-round, ensuring that sellers ca… Continue reading

Land id rolls out Land id Pro with real estate professionals in mind

The company is reshuffling its product line in a bid to distinguish between tools that can assist with research on listings and larger-scale efforts that depend on Land id’s mapping technology. Continue reading

Lundy rolls out AI-driven Navigator tool to 57,000 First MLS members

First Multiple Listing Service, Georgia’s largest MLS, has partnered with the maker of a voice-enabled home search platform to offer rapid, accurate assistance for everyday business tasks. Continue reading

Landmark NAR commission settlement faces first appeal

A day after the settlement received final approval from Judge Stephen Bough, an entity known as Spring Way Center along with several homesellers appealed the deal. Continue reading

Tiny home with garage sells out on Amazon after Black Friday buzz

The home was also designed to create a portable solution, as the home can be easily set up in almost any location. It comes pre-equipped with electricity and plumbing, ensuring essential amenities are available wherever it’s placed. Continue reading

RE/MAX scores recruiting victories in Arizona, Indiana

A team in Tuscon will now become a franchise known as RE/MAX Horizon, while an ERA franchise in Indiana is rebranding to RE/MAX First Integrity. Continue reading

Pending home sales rise for 3rd month, driven by higher inventory

Driven by an improved housing inventory, pending home sales rose modestly in October, marking its third-consecutive monthly increase, according to data released on Wednesday by NAR. Continue reading

RentSpree releases ‘Homebuyer Insights’ tool for Florida Realtors

Designed to help agents unearth buyer leads from renter databases, RentSpree’s new tool will now be available to the 6,000 members of Central Florida’s Space Coast Association of Realtors. Continue reading

KW nabs high-performing Bay Area Compass team

The Shee Group has done $114.6 million in volume so far this year. The team, led by Renna Shee, has affiliated with a KW market center in Cupertino, California. Continue reading