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NAR’s settlement is up for final approval. Here’s why that matters

Nov 26, 2024

The National Association of Realtors settlement became the inciting incident for the most disruptive year for real estate in living memory. A judge is now expected to approve the deal Tuesday afternoon.

Compliance and off-market listings: The fiduciary duty at play

Nov 26, 2024

Regardless of the CCP’s future, fiduciary duty remains a constant in real estate practice, demanding an unwavering commitment from licensees, Summer Goralik writes.

CoStar-owned UK portal accused of making ‘misleading’ traffic claims

Nov 25, 2024

The portal wars in the UK are heating up, as CoStar-owned portal OnTheMarket (OTM) fights accusations of using "misleading" traffic data to dethrone competitor Zoopla as the second-most trafficked home search site in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

The portal wars are ‘like chess without a checkmate’: DelPrete

Nov 25, 2024

While portals spend billions to win their wars, Mike DelPrete questions whether it's possible for anyone to win on the ultimate metric: revenue.

Buyer-broker agreement may limit how brokers compete, DOJ warns

Nov 25, 2024

Ahead of a final Nov. 26 approval hearing on NAR's proposed class-action settlement, DOJ lawyers narrowed in on a provision requiring written agreements between buyers and agents before tours.

After accident, Utah Realtor raises alarm over kids at home showings

Nov 25, 2024

Some parents enjoy having children involved in the decision-making process of buying a home by accompanying them on showings. But is it worth the risk? One Utah-based Realtor says no.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. buys large stake in former Versace Mansion

Nov 25, 2024

Floyd Mayweather Jr. will assume the majority of Eli Gindi's interest in the mansion, located at 1116 Ocean Drive, for an undisclosed amount, according to sources.

The Agency launches EastWest Abstract with Langdon Title

Nov 25, 2024

The newly launched affiliated title agency will streamline closings and increase efficiency for The Agency's New York-based clients and agents, the brokerage told Inman.

Lesson Learned: Stay on top of the latest news in your market

Nov 25, 2024

Learn how NYC associate broker Maria Daou combines in-depth knowledge with personalized service to make a lasting impression on clients.

The big players sneakily winning the sluggish 2024 housing market

Nov 25, 2024

This year has been tough on real estate. But investors think several major companies have done enough to boost their standing — and box out key competitors.

7 ways to increase your happiness this Thanksgiving

Nov 23, 2024

Happiness is rooted in gratitude, which makes Thanksgiving a particularly appropriate time to focus on how to cultivate it, trainer Bernice Ross writes.

How ‘secret’ home warranties cost 1 brokerage millions: The Download

Nov 23, 2024

Minnesota's AG asserts that recommending a home warranty without disclosing a financial interest is a violation of fiduciary duty.