Zillow’s ChatGPT integration sets off alarm bells for industry leaders

There were strong reactions this week to Zillow’s integration with ChatGPT, with some leaders claiming the portal had violated IDX licensing rules. But Zillow maintains it did its due diligence and is not handing over MLS data to OpenAI. Continue reading

Corcoran makes key move in international expansion with new outpost in Europe’s finance hub

With the addition of affiliate Corcoran Fischer Properties, the luxury-focused firm now has a presence in Frankfurt, Germany, where the European Central Bank and Deutsche Bank are both headquartered. Continue reading

Minnesota broker sues eXp over sexual harassment, retaliation

Noelle Nielsen identified herself as a whistleblower who reported to eXp leadership allegations that she and others had been drugged and sexually harassed at company events. Continue reading

High-net-worths find safe harbor in real estate: Sotheby’s Realty

A steady course is predicted for luxury real estate throughout the remainder of 2025, the firm’s mid-year luxury report said, creating “compelling opportunities for strategic homebuyers and sellers,” according to CEO Philip White. Continue reading

Ex-First American CEO entitled to $18M following cruise ship brawl

First American Financial Corp. terminated CEO Kenneth DeGiorgio “without cause” on April 10 after authorities charged the title insurance veteran with misdemeanor assault aboard a cruise. Continue reading

First American CEO Ken DeGiorgio terminated, new CEO named

First American Financial Corporation has appointed Mark E. Seaton as its new chief executive officer, just weeks after the title insurer’s former CEO Kenneth DeGiorgio was charged with misdemeanor assault. Continue reading

Tariff fears sour consumer sentiment, push mortgage rates up

The University of Michigan Index of Consumer Sentiment fell 11 percent from March to April and is now lower than it was during the Great Recesssion. Continue reading

First American CEO accused of choking barefoot cruise passenger

Kenneth DeGiorgio now faces a criminal assault charge following an incident aboard the Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady cruise ship, according to an FBI criminal complaint. Continue reading

Keller Williams expands overseas footprint into Cayman Islands

Keller Williams has opened its 11th Caribbean master franchise in the Cayman Islands, according to an announcement on Tuesday. Regional Operating Principal Adam Sax will oversee KW’s rollout, with the first market center office slated to open during th… Continue reading

Christie’s welcomes leading luxury Puerto Rican firm into network

San Juan-based Clubhouse Real Estate is now Christie’s International Real Estate Puerto Rico, becoming the island’s exclusive affiliate for the luxury real estate firm. Continue reading