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Why HomeServices CEO says ‘do less’ to achieve more in real estate

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On this episode, Chris Kelly, the new president and CEO of HomeServices of America, talks Compass acquisition headlines, private listings and more. Continue reading →

Here’s the last look at Redfin’s finances as an independent company

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The tech-based brokerage’s losses were mounting in 2025 before it merged with Rocket in a deal valued at just under $1.8B, according to new documents Continue reading →

Brokerages draw private-listing dividing lines — and backdoor plans

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Executives at some of the nation’s largest brokerage networks painted a clearer picture of how they are bracing for potential changes to how the industry approaches commissions, private listings and AI. Continue reading →

Real estate CEOs sound off on CCP, M&A, being No. 1: The Download

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Last week, the industry’s biggest names took the stage at Inman Connect San Diego to talk about real estate’s hottest topics and biggest controversies. Continue reading →

3 CEOs talk change, affordability, NAR and end-to-end systems

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Industry leaders James Dwiggins, Michael Valdes and Mike Miedler got candid on the last day of Inman Connect San Diego, saying the industry has lost sight of its purpose amid commission lawsuits and company rivalries. Continue reading →

Rocket to inherit Mr. Cooper’s customer satisfaction woes

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Both companies have invested heavily in AI. But while Rocket consistently earns high marks for loan servicing, Mr. Cooper’s J.D. Power rankings have been subpar for more than a decade. Continue reading →

Mr. Cooper is ‘firing on all cylinders’ going into merger with Rocket

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CEO Jay Bray says the loan servicing giant intends to “hit the ground running” when it merges with Rocket Companies later this year after turning a $198 million Q2 profit. Continue reading →

Dwiggins on Compass, Zillow and real estate ‘Armageddon’

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The co-CEO of franchisor NextHome, James Dwiggins, talks about the future of the industry in light of the debate over NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect San Diego. Continue reading →

Rocket reorganizes to close Redfin acquisition, Mr. Cooper on deck

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By handling every aspect of homebuying and selling, from search to financing to title and closing — Rocket aims to cut transaction costs on the median priced home in half, from $40,000 to $20,000. Continue reading →

Rocket rolls out bridge loan to win more business from homebuyers

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New offering lets existing homeowners tap their equity to buy before they sell and make non-contingent offers to better compete with cash buyers in competitive markets. Continue reading →