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Agent bias on Long Island puts national spotlight on discriminatory practices

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A three-year investigation into housing discrimination by Newsday has elicited strong reactions from the real estate industry. Continue reading →

Agent/broker perspective: Complying with new branding and marketing regulations

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In this column, Anthony Askowitz explores a hypothetical Miami real estate situation from both sides of the broker/agent dynamic. This month: A top Miami agent is frustrated with new state regulations concerning naming and branding, which forbid certai… Continue reading →

Assist-2-Sell slams ‘hubris’ of pocket listing bans, predicts regulatory trouble

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In a new letter, the discounter argues that new off-market listing bans from Bright MLS and the National Association of Realtors will negatively impact its ability to do business. Continue reading →

Reformers at the gate: Progressives set their sights on the housing market

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In cities across the country, housing advocates, civil rights groups and defenders of the homeless are chipping away at housing laws, one state at a time. Why now? Continue reading →

Joy, despair following vote on NAR’s pocket listing policy

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Comments on the proposal have been split, with some suggesting the overwhelming majority vote may not represent the industry at large. Take this poll to share your opinion. Continue reading →

Joy, despair following vote on NAR’s pocket listing policy

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Comments on the proposal have been split, with some suggesting the overwhelming majority vote may not represent the industry at large. Take this poll to share your opinion. Continue reading →

As California rolls out short-term rental regulations, investors look elsewhere

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“I’ve seen some investors change their plans because of these new regulations,” David Lukan, a Compass agent in Los Angeles, told Inman. Continue reading →

CMLS throws support behind NAR pocket listing ban

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The Council of Multiple Listing Services on Wednesday became the latest organization to throw its support behind a polarizing policy proposal that would ban most off-market and pocket listings. Continue reading →

Redfin CEO doubles down on support for pocket listing ban

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In a new blog post, Glenn Kelman argues that exclusive listings lead to discrimination and urged real estate professionals to take a stand by supporting a proposed ban. Continue reading →