NAR (and now Compass) settled. Y’all had thoughts: The Download

Real estate professionals respond in the aftermath of NAR’s big commission lawsuit settlement and Compass’ brand new one. Continue reading

Compass to pay $57.5M to settle commission lawsuits

The news comes one week after NAR’s whopping $418 million settlement was announced. Compass also agreed to make some minor changes to its business practices as part of the settlement. Continue reading

What to expect on ‘Buying Beverly Hills’ Season 2

Agent rivalries, a transitioning market, family drama and a new mansion tax are just some of the key challenges that cast members will face on the reality TV show in its new season. Continue reading

Outdo the competition with this ultimate SEO guide

In the first of her two-part series, marketing expert Marci James offers insight into making the most of your digital presence with search engine optimization. Continue reading

Realty One Group promotes 5 women into leadership roles

The strategic promotions will help “drive the next era of Realty One Group’s unprecedented global growth,” as the franchiser continues its quest to grow to 30,000 agents. Continue reading

Redfin expands new compensation plan to 7 more markets

Seattle-based brokerage Redfin has expanded its commission-based payment model, Redfin Next, to agents in Chicago, Connecticut, Dallas, Miami, New York, Palm Beach and Washington, D.C. Redfin execs said Redfin Next will help them navigate market “ups a… Continue reading

$3M deal goes up in flames after agent open house mishap

A Sydney listing agent accidentally burned down her client’s $3 million home. Five years after the accident, her broker has been ordered to pay $850K in damages. Continue reading

Existing-home sales rose 9.5% amid winter inventory boost

Existing-home sales were on the upswing in February, according to a National Association of Realtors report published on Thursday. The sale of existing single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops declined 3.3 percent year-over-year from 4.5… Continue reading

We asked ChatGPT about agent value. Its answers may surprise you

ChatGPT answered questions about the value a real estate agent has and about how real estate commissions work. Do you agree with its answers? Continue reading