Brokerage storefronts become ad networks amid Smartify expansion

Brokerage storefronts are evolving into revenue-generating media networks as Smartify expands partnerships. Continue reading

The internet says agents are doomed (again). Here’s what’s actually happening

A debate on X claims AI and platforms like Opendoor could replace real estate agents. Industry leaders say the reality is far more complicated. Continue reading

Sibcy Cline settlement makes it past 1st round in court

Judge Stephen R. Bough of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri granted preliminary approval to the $895,000 deal, finding it “fair, reasonable and adequate.” Continue reading

Commission settlement against Side and others gets first approval

In addition to Side, the fast-moving case — known as Keel for its lead homeseller — names as defendants Washington Fine Properties, Seven Gables Real Estate, Brooklyn New York MLS and others. Continue reading

New commission suit against Side, others filed — and all but settled

Side and other brokerages, along with a pair of MLSs, will collectively pay $10,570,000 to settle the new antitrust case if proposed terms — offered on the same day as the suit was filed — are greenlit. Continue reading