Compass, Rocket pledge to ‘defend’ agents from MLSs in open letter

Compass International Holdings, Rocket and Redfin issued an open letter to MLS leaders on Thursday, urging them to “honor seller choice.” Continue reading

EXp announces pre-marketing syndication deal with 3 portals

The brokerage’s agents can send their coming-soon listings to portals Homes.com, Realtor.com and ComeHome.com. Continue reading

HomeServices CEO says Zillow pre-marketing deal should be a ‘pulse check’ for industry

HomeServices is among the brokerages participating in Zillow Preview, a program that allows agents to pre-market listings before they are added to the MLS. Continue reading

Zillow, Keller Williams and others team up to ‘pre‑market’ listings

Zillow Preview allows agents to display their coming-soon listings on Zillow and Trulia. Keller Williams, REMAX, HomeServices of America, United Real Estate and Side are the first brokerages to try the new offering. Continue reading

Private listings, fiduciary risk: A warning from Side’s founders

From fiduciary duty concerns to fair housing implications, Guy Gal and Hilary Saunders break down what private listings mean for sellers, agents and the future of brokerage. Continue reading

Private listings, fiduciary risk: A warning from Side’s founders

From fiduciary duty concerns to fair housing implications, Guy Gal and Hilary Saunders break down what private listings mean for sellers, agents and the future of brokerage. Continue reading

The Alexander brothers are headed to trial. Catch up on the latest

For those who didn’t catch all the coverage since allegations first surfaced against them in spring 2024 — or for those who simply need a refresher — these are the key points to keep in mind as the Alexander brothers’ trial starts on Monday. Continue reading

Alexander twins face new charge ahead of federal trial

Former luxury broker Oren Alexander and his ex-security executive twin brother, Alon Alexander, have been charged with a new count of sexual abuse by physical incapacitation in advance of their sex trafficking trial scheduled for Jan. 26. Continue reading

Fresh start: The team and agent moves kicking off 2026

Some of the industry’s best teams and brokers have started the year with a new brokerage. Here are updates from Compass, Douglas Elliman and others. Continue reading

Why more brokerages should fight for their buyer agent commissions

The Echo Fine Properties arbitration offers proof that real estate pros can turn the tide and ensure that they’re compensated for their time, Spencer Krull writes. Continue reading