As oral arguments began Monday in the federal commission case, plaintiffs questioned the role of buyer agents, what a world without NAR’s commission policy would look like and why they believe Keller is leading an antitrust conspiracy. Continue reading
On Monday, REX alleged that the National Association of Realtors and Zillow use NAR’s segregation rule to hinder competitors who don’t comply with NAR’s commission rule. Continue reading
The deals include a comprehensive agreement with a Canadian MLS, and will also see dotloop integrate documents that more than 100,000 American agents use for their work. Continue reading
From lockdown orders to the prospect of anyone involved in a transaction getting sick, deals are suddenly in a uniquely precarious position. In response, agents around the country are racing to add coronavirus clauses to their contracts. Continue reading
Canceling open houses, making showings voluntary and offering online training are some of the steps MLSs are taking. More drastic steps may be on the horizon. Continue reading
The multiple listing service has disabled the open house feature in its tech platform, meaning agents won’t be able to input, search or view open houses. Continue reading
The Consumer Federation of America has released another scathing report about the real estate industry, this time focusing on an alleged lack of transparency regarding agent commissions and commission splits. Continue reading
Requiring buyers to pay for their agent’s commission would force consumers onto the horns of dilemma. There’s a better way. Continue reading
Regardless of the outcome of the mega lawsuit, the sunshine from this legal assault will force the industry to clean up its act. Savvy and progressive industry leaders are using this moment to break from the past and lift the veil of secrecy for consum… Continue reading
The real estate industry threw some curveballs. Take Inman’s real estate news quiz to demonstrate how strong your talking points and cocktail banter are this week. Continue reading