Homebuyers File Class-Action Lawsuit Against Zillow Over Hidden Agent Fees
A new federal lawsuit alleges that Zillow has been deceiving homebuyers and inflating purchase prices through an alleged scheme involving...
Agents
‘Augment, Don’t Abdicate:’ Sue Yannaccone on Innovating Responsibly
Photos by AJ Canaria As steward to several of residential real estate's most storied brands, Sue Yannaccone has a unique...
Broker Confidence Index Ticks Up as Industry Enters Slower Season
The August edition of RISMedia’s Broker Confidence Index (BCI) came in at 5.6, up slightly from a 5.3 reading last...
Douglas Elliman Brings 6,000+ Agents to Upstart American Real Estate Association
The American Real Estate Association (ARA) scored a major membership win with the addition of New York powerhouse brokerage Douglas...
Winning the Offer: Strategies for Securing Deals and Building Trust in Competitive Markets
In the latest RISMedia webinar—“Winning the Offer: Strategies for Securing Deals and Building Trust in Competitive Markets”—panelists John Newman, area...
Bright MLS Partners With Multi-MLS Platform Ocusell to Challenge ‘Status Quo’
Bright MLS and Ocusell, a multi-MLS listing management platform, have formed a joint venture to co-develop and license advanced technology...
Deadline Tomorrow: Last Call to Nominate a 2026 Real Estate Newsmaker
There is just one day left to nominate a standout professional for RISMedia’s 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers. Each year, RISMedia’s...
‘Cautious’ Approach to Private Listings as Agents Press on Amid Controversy
Private listings can impact an agent’s bottom line. But make no mistake, the topic is a controversial one, especially in...
Shoring Up Your Agent Force: Recruiting and Retention in the Changing Real Estate Landscape
Above, from left: Jackie Louh, Alex Vidal, Vince Leisey and Duff Rubin. Photo by AJ Canaria. Recruiting and retention is...
The MLS Landscape: ‘Cooperation as Competition’ Amid Industry Upheaval
Above, from left, Brad Bjelke, Dionna Hall, Michael Wurzer, Merri Jo Cowen and Brian Donnellan. Photo by AJ Canaria. The...
3 Questions Every Agent Should Ask Hesitant Buyers
In today’s market, agents who move deals forward aren’t the most aggressive; they’re the most curious. The right questions don’t pressure buyers into action; they help buyers articulate what’s holding them back. Read more.
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