Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
With mortgage rates still hovering near multi-decade highs, homeowners are opting to hold onto their ultra-low first mortgages. Instead of refinancing, they’re tapping into their equity through home equity loans and HELOC s to finance renovations, cover tuition, or consolidate high-interest debt. Lenders are stepping up with a broader menu of second-lien products to meet this growing demand.
Real Estate News
JUNE 23, 2025
Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Shutterstock By the Numbers High rates, prices keep existing home sales muted Though there was an uptick in existing home sales as spring progressed, last month was still the slowest for the month of May since 2009. Dave Gallagher June 23, 2025 4 mins Key points: The seasonally adjusted annual rate of existing home sales came in at 4.03 million in May, which beat expectations but remained behind last year’s pace.
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Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
Compass , the largest real estate brokerage in the country by volume, has sued Zillow over its policy on private listings. Compass filed a lawsuit in New York on Monday, alleging that Zillow is breaking federal antitrust laws by permanently banning any listing that isn’t put on an MLS within a business day of being publicly marketed. “To protect its market dominance, Zillow has retaliated against competitive threats by enacting an exclusionary policy,” Compass argued in its lawsuit.
Real Estate News
JUNE 23, 2025
Zillow is “abusing its monopoly power,” Compass CEO Robert Reffkin said. Zillow says its policy is designed to ensure homes are marketed to all consumers.
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Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
Global tensions between the United States and Iran have led many in the mortgage industry to wonder whether the bombing of Iran nuclear sites would move bond yields and lead to a drop in mortgage rates. On Monday, just as economists were factoring in the possibility of war with Iran, at least one member of the Federal Reserve signaled the chance of a July rate cut.
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Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
I’ve been in this business long enough to know the truth that most agents don’t want to hear: The road to real estate success isn’t paved with hacks or shortcuts. It’s built on consistency, accountability, and the willingness to do what’s hard, especially when you don’t feel like it. So let’s talk about what’s hard, and why that’s exactly where your breakthrough is hiding.
Keeping Current Matters
JUNE 23, 2025
Life can feel a bit unpredictable these days. What’s happening with inflation? The economy? The housing market? But in the middle of all that uncertainty, there’s one thing a lot of people still crave – a place to call their own.
Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act ( H.R. 2808 ) late Monday, bringing a national ban on abusive trigger leads one step closer to reality. The move was widely applauded by mortgage trade groups. The House’s action follows the U.S. Senate ’s approval of a similar bill (S. 1467) on June 13. Both bills prohibit companies from making credit offers unless the consumer has provided explicit consent or the offer comes from their mortgage originato
Inman
JUNE 23, 2025
The antitrust suit, filed Monday in the Southern District of New York, accuses Zillow of using anticompetitive behavior to "protect its monopoly and revenues in violation of the antitrust laws.
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Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO) will incorporate Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) data into two of its credit scores set to launch in Fall 2025. The company, which owns the rights to the market’s most widely adopted consumer credit risk assessment methodology, announced the move on Monday. The change will provide mortgage brokers, loan officers and lenders with visibility into what has often been called “phantom debt” — installment loans that previously did not appear on borrowers’ credit reports.
Inman
JUNE 23, 2025
No evidence of "horizontal agreement" among real estate brokerages to inflate commissions, but judge will hear arguments alleging a "vertical antitrust conspiracy" with NAR.
Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
Given the animosity between Compass and Zillow over the portal giant’s listing standards policy, it came as little surprise when the Robert Reffkin- helmed firm filed a lawsuit against Zillow Monday morning. While the complaint contains many of the anticipated claims , including that Zillow enacted the policy, which bans listings that are publicly marketed for more than 24 hours before being input into the MLS , to protect its bottom line and “market dominance,” there were some other intr
RIS Media
JUNE 23, 2025
The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. Compass sues Zillow for antitrust violations around private listing policy Compass has as of Monday, June 23 filed a lawsuit against Zillow for the company’s new listing access standards rules, a policy (taking effect June… The post Court Report: Private Listings Debate Enters Judicial Arena, Settlements Offered and Undone appeared first on RISMedia.
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Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
Anywhere Real Estate has appointed Barri Rafferty as its new chief communications officer and head of public affairs. In this role Rafferty will lead Anywhere ’s public relations, communications, government relations, and events and productions functions. “I’m honored to take on a new challenge at Anywhere as it pursues its mission to provide a superior, end-to-end transaction experience for the millions of buyers and sellers following their homeownership dreams each year,” Rafferty
RIS Media
JUNE 23, 2025
The real estate battle continues. Compass has filed a sweeping federal antitrust lawsuit against Zillow, accusing the online listing platform of using its market dominance to crush competition and stifle innovation. Acknowledging how most buyers begin their search on Zillow, Compass said Zillow is protecting its market dominance with its Listing Access Standards—which are scheduled… The post Compass Sues Zillow for ‘Joint Boycott’; Accuses Redfin and eXp of Co-Conspiracy appeared first on
Housing Wire
JUNE 23, 2025
Though more than half of Americans believe Medicare will cover long-term care expenses (58%), coverage is actually limited and short-term. Many families will need to adapt to rising healthcare costs, and it is a particular challenge as they seek to age-in-place in their home. That’s according to insurance company Nationwide ‘s 2025 Nationwide Retirement Institute Long-Term Care survey of U.S. adults age 29+ with household income north of $75,000.
Inman
JUNE 23, 2025
The communications vet and former CEO will handle government relations, events and productions functions for the company and will report to CEO Ryan Schneider, Inman has learned.
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RIS Media
JUNE 23, 2025
Owning a real estate brokerage may seem like a lucrative business, but in reality, many brokers struggle to turn a profit. Despite the appeal of running their own operation, most find themselves facing financial challenges due to high overhead costs, intense competition, agent commission structures, and ineffective business strategies. We’ll break down the key reasons… The post Why Most Broker/Owners Don’t Turn a Profit appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
JUNE 23, 2025
Driven by technological advancements and shifting consumer expectations, the real estate industry is undergoing a transformation, presenting both challenges and opportunities.
Real Estate News
JUNE 23, 2025
Barri Rafferty, a media relations pro with prior CEO experience, will lead Anywhere’s communications teams as the brokerage eyes new growth opportunities.
Inman
JUNE 23, 2025
AI in real estate isn’t just a passing trend; it’s redefining how agents showcase properties, engage with clients and close deals faster than ever before.
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As the real estate market evolves, technology has become essential for success. According to NAR, only 26% of agents feel their brokerage provides the necessary tech tools and, as a result, agents seek teams and brokerages who prioritize technology investments! Whether you manage an established team or are forming a new one, this guide outlines key considerations and necessary applications to thrive.
Seattle Times Real Estate
JUNE 23, 2025
The Regional Homelessness Authority announced a new program with a request to landowners across the county. The Legislature also made state land easier to rent.
Inman
JUNE 23, 2025
Saving clients and prospects money is the best marketing you’ll ever do, trainer Bernice Ross writes. You’re building trust and creating an unbeatable personal connection. Here’s how to do it.
Brownstoner
JUNE 23, 2025
In the News Local Opposition Threatens Red Hook Redevelopment [NYT] It’s About to Get Brutally Hot in New York City [NYT] Rents Jump 15 Percent After NYC Ditches Broker Fees [NYP] Woman Charged With Stealing Sheepshead Bay Home [Eagle] Arts Gowanus Celebrates Artist’s 60th Birthday [BP] City Opens ‘Mini Forest’ on ‘Burg Waterfront [BP] NYPD: Alleged Arsonist… Read More > The post Daily Links: Locals Decry City’s Fast Tracking of Huge Red Hook Redo appeared first on Brownstoner.
Inman
JUNE 23, 2025
With their combined forces, the companies will have about 65 agents to serve the greater Houston real estate market, Inman has learned.
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Brownstoner
JUNE 23, 2025
Part of a small Flatbush enclave, this neo-Federal dwelling shares the charming Slee & Bryson-designed exterior details of its neighbors and also boasts a few original details on the interior. Most of the interior photos for the house at 2122 Albemarle Terrace are virtually staged, but they do show wood… Read More > The post Flatbush Slee & Bryson Neo-Federal With Herringbone Floors Asks $1.75 Million appeared first on Brownstoner.
BAM Media
JUNE 23, 2025
BAM Key Details: Compass has filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Zillow, claiming the portal’s new listing rules unfairly block competition. At the center of the dispute is Zillow’s policy banning listings that aren’t added to the MLS within 24 hours of public marketing. Redfin, which adopted a similar policy, is named as a co-conspirator in the lawsuit but is not listed as a defendant.
Calculated Risk Real Estate
JUNE 23, 2025
From the NAR: NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 0.8% Increase in May Existing-home sales rose in May, according to the National Association of REALTORS® Sales elevated in the Northeast, Midwest and South, but retreated in the West. Year-over-year, sales progressed in the Northeast and Midwest but contracted in the South and West. • 0.8% increase in total existing-home sales month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.03 million. • 0.7% decrease year-over-year,
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