“The judge’s decision created a loophole that could allow associations to sidestep antitrust scrutiny by cloaking restrictive rules as optional,” the DOJ’s filing states. The brief may give REX a new leg up in its case. Continue reading
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Federal Judge Thomas S. Zilly declined REX’s motion for a retrial on Thursday. The company had been a years-long battle with Zillow over alleged antitrust activity regarding its IDX policies. Continue reading
Despite the ruling, Zillow said it looks forward to presenting its case to a jury and is “confident that the evidence will show that REX’s business failed for reasons unrelated to Zillow.” Continue reading
The case is currently set for trial on Sept. 18, but the National Association of Realtors is no longer a defendant, according to a court order. Some claims against Zillow remain. Continue reading
Judge Thomas Zilly denied Zillow’s motion for a protective order, saying CEO Rich Barton must complete three hours of questioning from REX’s counsel about the company’s “Project Bookshelf.” Continue reading
Social media users claim short-term rental bookings are collapsing. But the data tells another story. Inman reached out to Airbnb and to some experts who follow the short-term rental space. Continue reading
Federal court in Seattle grants the discount brokerage’s motion to compel on the grounds that the data could show whether Zillow and NAR caused harm to REX or to competition in general. Continue reading
The Texas-based firm does property management and provides a variety of tech platforms. The layoffs come amid widespread job losses in the real estate sector. Continue reading
The brokerage argued that Bob Goldberg and Katie Johnson, among others, were responsible for NAR policies “limiting both how homes are listed online and the negotiation of commissions.” Continue reading