Judges Split on Approach to Independent MLSs, NAR Opt-Ins
For independent MLSs, opting into the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) settlement was a tough decision, and potentially costly. But...
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How to Leverage Social Media in 2024
In the bustling realm of social media, it's essential to recognize that success isn't solely achieved through content creation. While...
DOJ Seeks Ban of ‘Indirect’ Commission Rules, Alleges Antitrust in Optional NAR Policies
Despite offering a cautiously positive assessment of the settlement struck by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) late last month,...
The Compensation Conversation: How to Avoid ‘Steering’ in a Post-Settlement World
“I don’t have to offer commission to a buyer agent—why should I?” This simple seller question—one that is likely to...
Mortgage Mix: Legal Troubles Batter Mega-Lenders; CoStar Nabs Freddie Mac Exec
Editor’s Note: The Mortgage Mix is RISMedia’s weekly highlight reel of need-to-know mortgage-industry happenings. Watch for it each Friday afternoon....
Building the Blueprint for Change
Above, Amy Lessinger Amy Lessinger, the pioneering president of RE/MAX, is hailed as a visionary within the real estate sphere....
4 Ways to Use Localized Demographic Data to Impress Buyers
Listing properties is often seen as a real estate agent's most glamorous work, but buyers also need expert agents. If...
Homes.com, Realtor.com CEOs Clash for 2nd Place Supremacy, With Both Eyeing Zillow
Above: Realtor.com's Damian Eales (left) and CoStar's Andy Florance The words from CoStar CEO Andy Florance were delivered almost as...
Single-Family Homes Line Investor Portfolios—and Lawmakers Are Noticing
Editor’s note: This story is the first part of a two-part RISMedia report on the effects of institutional homebuyers on...
Zillow, MLSs Settle Showing Service ‘Monopoly’ Lawsuit
Zillow and two MLSs appear to have reached a settlement agreement in an antitrust lawsuit over its ShowingTime software, in...
3 Ways to Highlight Your Listing’s Neighborhood
Buyers are purchasing more than just a home when they sign their final offer—they’re buying into the entire neighborhood, so it’s a good idea to get acquainted with it yourself to highlight all of its features to potential buyers. Read more.
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