Zillow’s ChatGPT integration sets off alarm bells for industry leaders

There were strong reactions this week to Zillow’s integration with ChatGPT, with some leaders claiming the portal had violated IDX licensing rules. But Zillow maintains it did its due diligence and is not handing over MLS data to OpenAI. Continue reading

Supreme Court just might give REX another shot at NAR, Zillow

Attorneys for the defunct brokerage have petitioned the Supreme Court to weigh in on whether NAR’s no-commingling rule could have violated antitrust law, even if optional. Continue reading

What robot umpires teach real estate agents about their jobs

Summer Goralik explores the bittersweet symphony of robot umpires in baseball and AI in real estate — and why perfection still needs a human rhythm. Continue reading

Zillow says most agents are complying with its private listings policy

Portal giant says most agents who receive a notice about violating Zillow’s private listings rules only received one notice. Continue reading

How agents can win the AI-driven holiday marketing season

This holiday season is all about speed, personalization and AI. Shoppers are using ChatGPT to make decisions, and now they can browse Zillow listings there, too, Jessi Healey writes. Holiday marketing for real estate agents means adapting fast, buildin… Continue reading

Private listing networks are the newest pet rock: Bess Freedman

Not all trends are worth following, the Brown Harris Stevens CEO writes. The pet rock had its moment, but private listing networks create a conflict between fiduciary duty and financial gain. Continue reading

Compass clues, ChatGPT listings, white-collar crime: Inman’s Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

5 adorable listings that let you live at the ocean for $425K or less

Wishing you could rewind the clock to summer vacation? These totally affordable beachy listings make it possible. Continue reading

Hit the AI ‘easy button’: A practical playbook for agents

AI for real estate agents doesn’t have to be complicated. Jimmy Burgess shares strategies to simplify and speed up adoption. Continue reading