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SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

New York joins states seeking to regulating private listing networks

The bill mandates public marketing of listings while allowing exceptions for seller privacy and safety concerns with informed consent.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
12 hours ago

What happens when each listing comes with an AI home assistant?

A shift in residential real estate involves AI-enabled assistants in homes, redefining full-service and alleviating seller stress during showings.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

When listings lie: AI staging pushes real estate into an ethics gray zone

The true picture standard in real estate requires accurate representation in advertising and marketing, impacting buyer perceptions and legal claims.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

NAR and Florida MLS groups dismissed from Zea lawsuit

Judge Dimitrouleas dismissed several real estate associations from a lawsuit alleging anti-competitive practices without prejudice, allowing for potential refiling.
Growth hacking
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Tech, flexibility fuel Real and LPT's brokerage surge in RealTrends rankings

Real's growth is attributed to providing valuable tools for agents, despite increasing fees, demonstrating that agents prioritize value over low prices.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

New York joins states seeking to regulating private listing networks

The bill mandates public marketing of listings while allowing exceptions for seller privacy and safety concerns with informed consent.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
12 hours ago

What happens when each listing comes with an AI home assistant?

A shift in residential real estate involves AI-enabled assistants in homes, redefining full-service and alleviating seller stress during showings.
NYC real estate
fromNews 12 - Long Island
4 hours ago

Tenants raise concerns about East Flatbush apartment building's new landlord

Tenants in East Flatbush face severe living conditions, including structural issues and pest infestations, while struggling with unclear landlord ownership.
fromwww.housingwire.com
14 hours ago

Redfin asks NWMLS to allow premarketing for Seattle listings

Redfin argues that the current NWMLS rules limit how sellers can test pricing and demand before going fully live on the MLS, which many sellers find restrictive.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
7 hours ago

Keller Williams and Sotheby's explain RealTrends Verified success

Every year, the real estate market becomes more global and our advisors have really capitalized on the flow of referral back and forth. This flow of clients and referrals helped our brand turn out the strong performance it did in 2025, despite overall housing market conditions in the U.S.
Marketing
Marketing tech
fromwww.housingwire.com
7 hours ago

Rezora bets on AI voice prospecting for real estate agents

Rezora IO is an AI voice prospecting agent designed specifically for real estate, enhancing lead conversion and integration with existing tools.
NYC startup
fromwww.housingwire.com
13 hours ago

New York comptroller urges investors to block eXp's move to Texas

eXp World Holdings faces serious allegations of misconduct while attempting to reincorporate in Texas, prompting investor scrutiny and calls for accountability.
New York City
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

'NYC is cooked': Business leaders and Wall Streeters erupt over proposed luxury second-home tax

A proposed tax on second homes over $5 million in NYC faces backlash from wealthy homeowners and investors.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Hundreds of affordable housing units funded by new L.A. County agency

L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency approved over $100 million for affordable housing, aiming to simplify funding and expedite construction.
Mental health
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Burned out as a real estate agent, try boundaries that stick

Independent agents experience unique burnout due to high demands and limited resources, necessitating effective self-care and boundary-setting strategies.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Mapped: Where home buyers are getting the least floor space for their money

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and housing, emphasizing the importance of financial support for quality reporting.
#homeownership
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Buy or rent? 10-year study analyzes wealth gap in 250 US cities

Homeownership is more profitable than renting in 250 cities, with significant equity advantages in fast-growing markets like Miami and Florida cities.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Buy or rent? 10-year study analyzes wealth gap in 250 US cities

Homeownership is more profitable than renting in 250 cities, with significant equity advantages in fast-growing markets like Miami and Florida cities.
#zillow
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
11 hours ago

eXp Realty added to Zillow RESPA lawsuit in Seattle

Zillow and eXp are accused of misleading consumers and inflating home prices through their agent referral and lead generation programs.
Marketing tech
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

REMAX agents get Zillow Preview, Showcase in Marketing Studio

Zillow and REMAX have partnered to enhance listing marketing through Zillow Preview and Showcase products for REMAX agents nationwide.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
11 hours ago

eXp Realty added to Zillow RESPA lawsuit in Seattle

Zillow and eXp are accused of misleading consumers and inflating home prices through their agent referral and lead generation programs.
Marketing tech
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

REMAX agents get Zillow Preview, Showcase in Marketing Studio

Zillow and REMAX have partnered to enhance listing marketing through Zillow Preview and Showcase products for REMAX agents nationwide.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
1 day ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
fromwww.housingwire.com
8 hours ago

HOA liens climb 8.6% in 2025 as Sun Belt pressure mounts

Homeowners associations filed 284,933 liens against U.S. homeowners in 2025, an 8.6% increase from the 262,446 filings in 2024, equivalent to one lien every 90 seconds.
Real estate
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
10 hours ago

Maine enacts first state law to regulate home equity investments

Home equity investment arrangements can lead to significant future payments, prompting new legislation in Maine for consumer protection and transparency.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Z is carving a different path in the housing market by going it alone | Fortune

Gen Z is increasingly buying homes alone, with 53% of buyers aged 18-26 purchasing without partners, a significant rise from millennials.
#pied-a-terre-tax
NYC real estate
fromHell Gate
1 day ago

Pied-a-Terre-orize the Rich

New York proposes a 'pied-à-terre tax' targeting luxury second homes valued at $5 million or more to tax wealthy out-of-towners.
NYC real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Will new tax on ultra-luxury NYC homes derail red hot demand?

The proposed pied-a-terre tax targets second homes over $5 million, potentially generating $500 million annually amid New York City's budget shortfall.
NYC real estate
fromHell Gate
1 day ago

Pied-a-Terre-orize the Rich

New York proposes a 'pied-à-terre tax' targeting luxury second homes valued at $5 million or more to tax wealthy out-of-towners.
NYC real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Will new tax on ultra-luxury NYC homes derail red hot demand?

The proposed pied-a-terre tax targets second homes over $5 million, potentially generating $500 million annually amid New York City's budget shortfall.
#new-york-city
fromCity Limits
2 days ago
NYC real estate

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in New York, NY: Prices Fall

New York City's housing market faces shrinking inventory and slight price declines, with homes selling at a steady pace despite fewer listings.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Opinion: Don't Let a Proven Housing Preservation Tool Slip Through the Cracks

New York City must reform the J-51 program to preserve affordable housing and address the housing crisis effectively.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in New York, NY: Prices Fall

New York City's housing market faces shrinking inventory and slight price declines, with homes selling at a steady pace despite fewer listings.
#housing-market
SF real estate
fromFortune
3 days ago

Real estate has had a terrible start to spring-usually housing's hottest season | Fortune

The 2026 housing market is struggling due to high mortgage rates and low consumer confidence, leading to a decline in home sales.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Sweeping residential zoning reform becomes law in Idaho

Mountain West states like Idaho experienced housing price surges due to an influx of remote workers during the pandemic, but local governments resist regulatory changes.
SF real estate
fromFortune
3 days ago

Real estate has had a terrible start to spring-usually housing's hottest season | Fortune

The 2026 housing market is struggling due to high mortgage rates and low consumer confidence, leading to a decline in home sales.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

First-time homebuyer commissions remain steady despite NAR settlement

First-time homebuyers face stable or rising real estate commissions despite recent settlement changes, with limited negotiation occurring among clients.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Sweeping residential zoning reform becomes law in Idaho

Mountain West states like Idaho experienced housing price surges due to an influx of remote workers during the pandemic, but local governments resist regulatory changes.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
8 hours ago

Portable credit reports could lower costs, but fraud worries persist

Consumer-controlled portable credit reports could reduce costs and repeat pulls, but may increase fraud risk according to credit reporting advocates.
#compass
Boston real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

How Compass' market share exploded post-merger

Compass has rapidly increased its market share through significant acquisitions, raising concerns about its dominance in the real estate market.
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Consumer Policy Center report questions Compass dominance in five metros

Compass dominates unit sales in major cities, significantly outpacing competitors, with a strong emphasis on private listings and double-ending transactions.
Boston real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

How Compass' market share exploded post-merger

Compass has rapidly increased its market share through significant acquisitions, raising concerns about its dominance in the real estate market.
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Consumer Policy Center report questions Compass dominance in five metros

Compass dominates unit sales in major cities, significantly outpacing competitors, with a strong emphasis on private listings and double-ending transactions.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
9 hours ago

America's housing shortage stems from more than overregulation

America's housing shortage is a long-term issue, with permits significantly below historical averages and a homeowner vacancy rate at a record low.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Cleveland, OH: Inventory Climbs

Cleveland's real estate market shows resilience with rising prices and increased inventory, providing buyers with more negotiating power.
fromwww.housingwire.com
10 hours ago

Disconnected systems fueling title, wire fraud risks

Disconnected systems, inconsistent definitions of data, and the manual nature of data movement create ongoing challenges in the title industry, according to FundingShield President Adam Chaudhary.
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

75% of homebuyers expect AI in the mortgage process

U.S. buyer confidence in homebuying has decreased, with younger generations seeing AI as a potential solution despite growing distrust in AI systems.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Indianapolis, IN: Inventory Climbs

Indianapolis real estate market shows increased inventory, longer home selling times, and significant price cuts, giving buyers more leverage than in previous years.
Real estate
fromFortune
19 hours ago

Older millennials are starting to act like boomers in the housing market - and pulling away from the pack | Fortune

Older Millennials have become the highest-earning home buyers, leveraging home equity to upgrade to larger properties.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Columbus, OH: Inventory Climbs

Columbus remains a strong real estate market with stable prices and limited inventory, attracting buyers despite a national slowdown.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Boston, MA: Prices Fall

Boston's real estate market is competitive with a median listing price of $966,250, despite a 12% year-over-year drop.
Real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

The housing crisis has become HR's problem. Helping workers buy homes near the office is employers' newest RTO play | Fortune

Employer-assisted housing programs are emerging to help workers with homebuying costs amid rising housing challenges.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Southeast MLS Alliance expands into Florida

Southeast MLS Alliance expands with realMLS, enhancing data-sharing and connectivity across the Southeast for over 118,000 subscribers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

The brands raising the bar in housing: The 2025 Exhibit Awards finalists announced

Branding is now a core competitive element in real estate and mortgage, influencing client loyalty and lead conversion.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Auction.com names Ali Haralson co-CEO alongside Jason Allnutt

Auction.com appoints Ali Haralson as co-CEO alongside Jason Allnutt to enhance leadership and drive growth in the distressed real estate market.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Tax reform and real estate, key deductions still matter

Pro-growth tax policy is yielding tangible benefits for homeowners and small businesses, reflecting the impact of recent tax reforms.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Dallas, TX: Inventory Climbs

Dallas housing market shows rising prices and longer selling times, indicating a shift towards balance between buyers and sellers.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Atlanta, GA: Inventory Shrinks

Atlanta's real estate market remains strong with rising prices and decreasing inventory, contrasting with national trends.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Philadelphia, PA: Prices Fall

Philadelphia's housing market is tightening with limited inventory, slightly dipping prices, and homes taking longer to sell.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Independent firms grow market share in 2026 RealTrends rankings

Steve Murray, co-founder of RealTrends Consulting, stated that anyone claiming privately owned independent brokerages cannot compete is misinformed. The data indicates otherwise, showing their resilience and success.
Real estate
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 month ago

How Much Can a Broker Really Lie to Me?

Brokers in New York City rental markets can legally mislead tenants about lease status, though such practices are ethically questionable and exploit the competitive housing market.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Zillow Preview adds 28 firms as pre-MLS listings expand

Zillow Preview allows pre-market listings to gain visibility before MLS activation, enhancing exposure for sellers and access for buyers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Presupposition is the mistake: Why housing marketing doesn't meet the bar

Marketing in housing fails to create demand, assuming people desire homeownership without addressing their actual preferences for flexibility and freedom.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

AI can accelerate real estate transactions But it can't replace the professional work that protects property rights

Artificial intelligence is enhancing efficiency in the title industry, but professional expertise remains essential for ensuring clear property ownership.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

CMLS warns pre marketing could fragment the housing market

CMLS warns against limiting listing exposure, stating it fragments the housing market and favors larger firms over smaller brokerages.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Zillow Preview adds pre market listings with brokerage branding

We believe an open market serves consumers the best. Sellers should have the opportunity to reach the broadest pool of potential buyers if they choose to do so, because broad exposure generally benefits the homeowner. However, sellers should also be able to retain the right to decide how their property is marketed.
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Private listings are polarizing real estate, here is a path forward

Private listings create financial incentives for brokerages to keep homes off the MLS and sell in-house, earning both sides of commission, which must be transparently disclosed to sellers.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

MLS exposure vs private listings, why full disclosure matters

When a home is listed on the MLS, that property information is immediately available to virtually every real estate agent in the market who is an MLS member, and by extension, to every serious buyer working with an agent who has access to the MLS. By extension, literally all online real estate portals buyers and sellers have come to enjoy pulling their data from it.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Illinois bill targets private real estate listings with new disclosure rules

In essence, the bill would codify the National Association of Realtors' (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) and Multiple Listing Options for Sellers (MLOS) Policy, which require a listing to be input into the MLS within 24 hours of public marketing, a policy sellers may only circumvent by signing a disclosure form. The bill is a bit more stringent as it requires the listing be displayed online within one calendar day of the listing agreement being signed
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

New real estate certification spotlights agents committed to consumer protection

Housing Rebel launched a Transparent Agent Certification to identify agents who avoid buyer-side commission listings and demonstrate greater transparency for buyers and sellers.
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