Tech, scale and strategy fuel Q1 wins across real estate
From Zillow’s return to profit to CoStar’s continued growth, Q1 earnings reveal how companies are adapting — and competing — in a shifting market
by Jessi Healey May 15
Bessette Flavin becomes Louisiana's largest C21 affiliate
The newly formed brokerage is the result of a union between 2 longstanding, family-owned brokerages: Century 21 Bessette Realty and Flavin Realty
by Richelle Hammiel May 15
Broker Spotlight: Phil Immel, Pacific Sotheby’s International
Find out how this highly sought-after real estate expert and media personality continues to break records while guiding the next generation of real estate superstars
by Christy Murdock May 15
5 top tips for retaining real estate agents in 2025
Want agents to stay? Build a brokerage they’re proud to call home with culture, care and connection at the core, broker-owner Jessica Souza writes
by Jessica Souza May 15
Zillow settles with NYC broker who sued StreetEasy over fees
Broker George T. Spyridakis alleged the rental listing platform effectively 'masked' listings while charging daily marketing fees. He withdrew the case this week after reaching a settlement
by Taylor Anderson May 15
Vija Williams joins eXp Realty, launches UPGRADE community
Vija Williams has joined eXp Realty and launched UPGRADE, a new agent-focused community. The initiative aims to elevate agents, team leaders and brokers through holistic growth
by Richelle Hammiel May 15
Keller Williams pledges support for inclusion with Natalie Davis hire
Davis, a broker and coach, will replace Julia Lashay Israel as Keller Williams' head of Community Growth. The appointment reflects the franchisor's commitment to inclusivity, executives said
by Marian McPherson May 15
Luxury home showing tips
More and more agents are showing homes north of the million-dollar mark with tactics that should only be used on mid-range or lower listings, Troy Palmquist writes
by Troy Palmquist May 15
Fathom Realty CEO says company will be 'EBITDA positive' in Q2
New Elevate program providing 'concierge-level services' to agents is off to such a strong start that Fathom executives have temporarily suspended guidance while they rework 2025 forecast
by Matt Carter May 13
Berkshire Hathaway, Crye-Leike attempts to transfer case denied
The denial by Judge Bough is the latest in a string of court losses for the 2 remaining real estate companies that have yet to reach settlement agreements in homeseller commission cases
by Taylor Anderson May 13
Barbara Corcoran's NYC penthouse goes under contract in a day
Corcoran asked $12M for the 5th Ave. duplex with sweeping Central Park views and reportedly received multiple bids that pushed the contract price above asking
by Lillian Dickerson May 13
Judge strikes John Davis' request from record, calling it 'scandalous'
Judge called Davis’ demand for arbitration ‘redundant, immaterial, impertinent, and scandalous,’ but ruled the former CEO made reasonable attempts to arbitrate his case against Keller Williams
by Taylor Anderson May 13
Ryan Serhant likens Compass to Barnes & Noble, citing listing book
The SERHANT. CEO jabbed at Compass' launch this month of physical books of the brokerage's exclusive listings in offices nationwide, likening it to old-school bookstores like Barnes & Noble
by Lillian Dickerson May 12
Agents' iron commission grip slips slowly in spring: Intel Index survey
Most agents feel like they have compensation talks under control. But as the busy season ramped up, Intel Index survey results suggest homebuyers and sellers alike made only incremental gains
by Daniel Houston May 12
Dueling with dual agency in the age of private listing networks
Opinion
Is dual agency fair to buyers, sellers and agents? In the age of private listing networks, Spencer Krull writes, it's worth examining who the practice benefits
by Spencer Krull May 12
Anywhere brings on Steve Capezza to head M&A efforts
The former Side and Zillow leader will work in his new role to grow Anywhere through acquisitions and mergers across opportunities that span brokerage, title and transaction services
by Lillian Dickerson May 12