Housing Wire

MARCH 31, 2025

Amid a contentious industry debate on private listings, Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) President and CEO Justin Haag offered strong words of support for NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) and recent provisions to the rule. Northwest MLS has declined to adopt those misguided, exclusionary rules.

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Inman

JULY 15, 2025

Inman unveils the finalists for its flagship award, now in its 28th year, recognizing creativity across the real estate industry. rocket companies Ryan Serhant san diego Serhant. rocket companies Ryan Serhant san diego Serhant. Shayan Hamidi Sotheby's International Realty southwest florida st.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 24, 2025

While Zillow did not provide an exact number of MLSs that have recently dropped the policy, Matt Hendricks, the company’s vice president of industry affairs, wrote in an email that the company applauds the many MLSs that have revoked the no-commingling restriction. Zillow has long advocated against the no-commingling rule.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 28, 2025

After weeks of buildup, it felt like only a matter of time before Compass would file a lawsuit against Northwest MLS (NWMLS) over the latters Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP). In a LinkedIn post, Potashnick, who has nearly three decades of industry experience, simply wrote, Are you kidding me?

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Housing Wire

MAY 22, 2025

MetroList , the largest MLS in Northern California , has rolled out a new “add/edit” voice-controlled app for real estate agents to collect and input property data directly from the field. This is a game-changer for our subscribers and for the industry as a whole, said Dave Howe, MetroList president and CEO.

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Housing Wire

JULY 17, 2025

As the industry moves toward faster, more digital-first transactions, AI is playing a pivotal role in redefining how agents operate, market, and compete. It often involves coordinating with stagers, hiring photographers, waiting on edited media, producing videos, drafting descriptions, designing flyers, and uploading everything to the MLS.

Marketing

Housing Wire

MARCH 11, 2025

Public records & MLS misuse Scammers exploit MLS history and public records to appear credible. By leveraging public data, crafting emails that mimic legitimate sellers, and using MLS history (sometimes gathered from previous scams), fraudsters build a convincing narrative. Use a service. Consider signing up for one.

Agents

Housing Wire

APRIL 11, 2025

. “Through this partnership we are setting a new standard in the industry.” ” Under Zillows new listing standards , announced Thursday, if a listing is publicly marketed to any buyer it must be put in an MLS and be able to be published on Zillow as well as other sites that receive internet data exchange (IDX) feeds.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 30, 2024

They discuss the utility of artificial intelligence (AI) for the real estate industry, as well as JPARs solutions designed to enhance agent and brokerage performance. Rather than going in and searching the MLS yourself, and having to pull out those names and then email clients, you can actually automate that process and use AI.

Technology

Housing Wire

MAY 1, 2025

The real estate industry and The New York Times have not been on good terms for a while now. With that backdrop, it’s not surprising that many industry professionals were up in arms about a recent episode of “The Daily” podcast featuring Times real estate reporter Debra Kamin. who desperately need it.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 18, 2025

The email was obtained and published by industry analyst Rob Hahn. Compass goes on to say that it’s standing by its past statements that your MLS is not giving adequate homeowner choice and that your MLS is subject to litigation risk. If theyre doing it for the wrong reasons, theyre going to be held accountable.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2025

The platform is designed to help agents and clients effectively manage and distribute their exclusive listings. The RealScout Exclusives platform is designed to stand out from similar options through home search technology that continuously analyzes buyer behavior in real time, the company explained in its announcement.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

APRIL 14, 2025

Redfin may have been acquired by Rocket , but it still operates a real estate listing portal and it doesnt want the industry to forget that it too has skin in the the debate surrounding the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP).

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Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2025

However, Compass itself acknowledges in their disclosure that limiting exposure by not listing on the MLS can reduce the number of showings, offers, and the final sale price. Many also point to the fact that private listings essentially lock out lower-income buyers who rely on open MLS access. The result? of all listings.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The debate on Clear Cooperation Policies (CCPs) continues, with the real estate industry almost unanimously rallying behind these supposedly virtuous rules. The essence of our industrys defense of modern MLS infrastructure rests upon a fragile foundation that says, “Its not perfect, but its the best we can do.”

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Housing Wire

APRIL 2, 2025

California Regional MLS (CRMLS) has partnered with proptech company RealReports to provide artificial intelligence (AI) -powered property reports to its users. The platform features an AI assistant, Aiden, designed to answer property-related questions, analyze documents and generate insights for agents and clients.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2025

It’s with this same goal in mind that Northwest MLS (NWMLS) said it chose to implement referral fee disclosures. Northwest MLS has been working on this issue for nearly a year,” a spokesperson for NWMLS told HousingWire via email. Zillow is one of the largest lead referral engines in the real estate industry.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP), implemented in 2020, is the source of much debate within the real estate industry. The policy was a response to a proliferation of pocket listings and a rapid decline in housing inventory on the MLS, despite a large number of transactions still occurring.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Whether you’re looking to start a career in real estate, already have one or are involved in real estate transactions, you may find yourself wondering about industry terminology and job titles. The industry acronyms alone look like alphabet soup. So, let’s start with the basics: What is a real estate broker vs. an agent?

Agents

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Some real estate brokers have found their path blocked as they try to navigate the membership agreements mandated by NAR and their local Realtor associations to gain access to MLS listings. When I tried to speak up about it, I faced pushback and retaliation, which only confirmed that the system isnt designed to support people like me.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 2, 2025

a Silicon Valley-based startup, is transforming the property marketing process with Collov AI , the real estate industrys first listing marketing AI Agent. What used to take days or even weeks can now be done in seconds, as easily as chatting with a trusted colleague who understands listing design inside and out. from Stanford.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Last year’s list of honorees included 200 companies — 100 real estate and 100 mortgage — that left a transformational impact on the industry. Sellers can work with a local Opendoor partner agent to list their home on the MLS, while also having Opendoor’s cash offer as a backstop they can accept any time within 30 days.

Technology

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Some popular real estate newsletter content includes: Market updates Featured listings Industry news Local news Community events Agent profiles Investment opportunities No matter what content you choose to include, your real estate newsletter should serve as a meaningful touchpoint that continuously builds your client relationships.

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Housing Wire

JULY 25, 2025

The move aims to solve a key industry pain point: scaling teams without disrupting daily production. The move aims to solve a key industry pain point: scaling teams without disrupting daily production. Now integrated into InGenius 2.0, Early adopters are eligible to win Jacksonville Jaguars tickets.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

MAY 22, 2025

In using a class-action settlement to impose far-reaching structural reforms on the real estate industry without trial, statutory mandate, or genuine public deliberation the district court has effectively acted as a regulatory body rather than a neutral arbiter of the law.

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BAM Media

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In the past two years, home sellers who avoided the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) left over $1 billion on the table. According to new research from Zillow , choosing a private listing network over the MLS meant the typical seller pocketed $4,975 less than they could have. nationwide. nationwide.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 29, 2025

Clear Cooperation debate The rapid rise of Homes.com coincides with deepening scrutiny of long-held industry norms, including listing practices and the Clear Cooperation policy set by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). The platforms dedicated residential sales force has grown to 370 and is expected to hit 500 by the end of June.

Agents

Housing Wire

APRIL 15, 2025

Zillow caused a stir in the real estate industry last week when it announced it would be banning certain listings. Here’s what the industry thinks about Zillow’s power play to enforce the beleaguered Clear Cooperation Policy , and what happens to NAR’s new Multiple Listing Options for Sellers policy.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Similar to the HousingWire TECH100, which celebrates the most innovative companies in mortgage and real estate tech, Tech Trendsetters highlights the individuals who are developing cutting-edge technology and leading innovation for their clients in these industries. This year, 75 honorees were selected. Take a look at the full list below.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2025

Utah-based Inside Real Estate has acquired ListAssist , which provides artificial intelligence (AI)-powered search and marketing technology that’s designed to enhance the property search experience. Joe Skousen , CEO of Inside Real Estate, described the acquisition as a step toward revolutionizing how consumers search for homes.

Technology

Housing Wire

MAY 22, 2025

The companys platform integrates customer relationship management, marketing, transaction management and AI tools into a single system designed to help brokerages increase agent efficiency and streamline operations. Its the industrys first true Super App, combining MLS data, CRM, marketing, and AI in a mobile-first platform.

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Real Estate News

JULY 26, 2025

Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Illustration by Lanette Behiry/Adobe Stock Brokerages Century 21 gains 2 affiliates; eXp lands in Japan Kansas and Maryland indies align with C21; eXp enters its fourth global market this year; Douglas Elliman launches mortgage division; more.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 24, 2025

Under the listing standards policy, Zillow is banning any listing not input into the MLS within 24 business hours of the property being publicly marketed. However, based on Zillow’s FAQs about the policy, listings will only be banned if they are not entered into the MLS within one business day of public marketing. Is it true?

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Real Estate News

JULY 30, 2025

Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Illustration by Lanette Behiry/Adobe Stock Tech AI that replaces ‘human hires’; another brokerage deal for Canva Luxury Presence unveils “autonomous AI marketing team” for agents. Plus, Anywhere adopts Canva, York Baur joins Lone Wolf and more tech news.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

JULY 17, 2025

Zillow filed its response and related declarations from company executives, including Chief Industry Development Officer Errol Samuelson, CEO Jeremy Wacksman and CFO Jeremy Hoffman, on Thursday, the day before the deadline to file a response.

Brokerage

RIS Media

JANUARY 28, 2025

Canopy MLS has announced its plans to implement Ardi, an AI-powered assistant designed to provide subscribers with quick and easy access to critical information anytime, anywhere. Were excited to bring Ardi to Canopy MLS to better support our subscribers. This AI will streamline support, save time and improve overall efficiency.

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Housing Wire

JULY 16, 2025

Zillow’s new listing access standards policy, which mandates that publicly marketed listings be entered into a multiple listing service (MLS) and published on Zillow within one business day, has drawn sharp criticism from Andy Florance, CEO and founder of CoStar Group and CEO of Homes.com.

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