It looks like the CoStar-Zillow legal battle is changing venues
CoStar agreed that moving the lawsuit from New York to Washington would likely make proceedings more efficient for all parties.
Ridley founder says platforms, not agents, will eventually be at the center of the transaction
The self-sale company just secured new funding. Meanwhile, CEO Mike Chambers says his company wants "to support agents" who are "unapologetically consumer first."
A 15-year Zillow veteran gives his take on today’s portal wars
Lofty’s Andrew Wild joined Zillow as employee No. 60 — when he left, it had grown past 6,000. After stops at Tom Ferry and Final Offer. On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, he’s sharing predictions for where the industry is headed next.
Buyer’s agents charge too much? An agent’s response to the CPC
The Consumer Policy Center still thinks commissions are too high. Cara Ameer writes that buyers and their agents should be allowed to determine the value of competent representation.
The AI efficiency revolution: Your 2026 competitive edge starts here
Troy Palmquist writes that the agents who win next year won’t be the ones working hardest; they’ll be the ones working smartest with game-changing AI tools.
In latest industry hook-up, Follow Up Boss and Rechat target industry power users
Follow Up Boss and Rechat agreed to create a two-way integration, meaning data acted upon in one will be updated in the other. Users can use Rechat’s automated, AI-supported creative and strategic marketing features to identify and contact existing FUB lists and leads.
SCOOP: Fannie and Freddie are cutting back on the information they publish
For the first time in 15 years, Fannie Mae didn't publish the results of its National Housing Survey in November. The survey has showed homebuyer sentiment remaining well below prepandemic levels this year.
This company is bringing W2-type benefits to real estate agents
RLTYco's new offering, RLTY Blue, provides corporate-grade discounts on services such as photographers, digital tools, VIP transportation, wellness services, luxury goods and more.
6 professionals every brokerage needs on its bench in 2026
The right brokerage leadership team will make or break next year, Julia Lashay Israel writes. Get the right partners in place early, and your goals become a launchpad.