Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2025
Rocket Companies announced on Tuesday the completion of its acquisition of Redfin after Rocket announced in March it agreed to purchase the digital real estate brokerage in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 billion in equity. The transaction faced no opposition from antitrust regulators and received approval from Redfin shareholders on June 4. “I’ve used Redfin every day for the last 20 years.
Real Estate News
JULY 1, 2025
The Real Brokerage and Realty ONE Group have each paid millions to home sellers, but now face litigation from buyers claiming they paid inflated prices.
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Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2025
HousingWire is excited to introduce the winners of its annual Women of Influence award, recognizing 100 women whose achievements are driving the housing industry forward. Now in its 16th year, the award honors leaders across mortgage, real estate and fintech who are making a measurable impact on their organizations and the broader housing economy. This year’s honorees include mentors, innovators, and community leaders.
Real Estate News
JULY 1, 2025
The case involving Clear Cooperation and Mauricio Umansky’s pocket listings network has been revived as The Agency founder makes good on his threat to sue NAR.
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The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling
Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2025
Real is looking to propel its AI game through its acquisition of Flyhomes’ AI-powered search portal, according to an announcement on Tuesday. Through this acquisition, Real is also gaining all of the assets related to Flyhomes ’ portal, including the engineering team that has worked on the platform. “By bringing Flyhomes’ consumer technology under the Real umbrella, we’re combining the best in real estate innovation to deliver a seamless, AI-powered experience —designed around people—for both ag
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Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2025
California’s housing crisis has prompted the state to rescind parts of longstanding environmental law that critics say has stifled new home construction. The state legislature and Governor Gavin Newsom passed two bills Monday that will allow some development projects to bypass the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), believing that it will spur more suburban projects.
Real Estate News
JULY 1, 2025
Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Illustration by Real Estate News/Shutterstock Brokerages Rocket finalizes $1.75B acquisition of Redfin The two companies are rolling out a new pricing program for clients as part of the July 1 announcement. Kurt Schlosser July 1, 2025 2 mins This story originally appeared on GeekWire , which covers technology and business, including the real estate industry.
Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2025
The battle over private listings just escalated. The PLS.com, LLC — the now-defunct platform once used to privately market real estate listings — announced today that it has filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors. The PLS was founded by The Agency founder and celebrity real estate broker Mauricio Umansky. This lawsuit was first brought against NAR in 2020, but was paused last year.
Real Estate News
JULY 1, 2025
The AI-driven technology will help the brokerage “connect the dots between agent tools, client experience and transaction flow,” Real CTO Pritesh Damani said.
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Housing Wire
JULY 1, 2025
After over seven years at Total Expert , Chris Calcasola is taking on the role as head of lending at Truv. Calcasola confirmed the news via a LinkedIn post on Tuesday morning. “After an incredible 7 + years at Total Expert, it is time to turn the page and start a new chapter,” his post read. “Leaving behind a place where I’ve grown so much, built lasting friendships, and shared in some amazing milestones is not easy.” The post continued, “That being said, I am
Real Estate News
JULY 1, 2025
Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Illustration by Lanette Behiry/Real Estate News Industry MLS makes its case for dismissal of Compass lawsuit Northwest MLS says the April lawsuit should be tossed, arguing in a new filing that the brokerage giant “cannot have it both ways” with listings. Stephanie Reid-Simons July 1, 2025 2 mins The judge in Compass' lawsuit against Northwest MLS has set a trial date for next June , but the MLS is arguing that
Inman
JULY 1, 2025
Celebrity agent Mauricio Umansky, who has targeted the National Association of Realtors’ dominance over agents and the rules governing real estate, heads back to court.
Real Estate News
JULY 1, 2025
A Missouri court said discovery can continue in the commissions lawsuit even though a Georgia judge granted preliminary approval of deals in a related case.
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Inman
JULY 1, 2025
The 32,000-member Northwest Multiple Listing Service wrote in a new legal filing that Compass "cannot have it both ways" by receiving listings via the MLS while holding half of its own listings privately
Brownstoner
JULY 1, 2025
This week, a look back at four of our featured listings from six months ago focuses on homes in Brooklyn Heights, Crown Heights, Windsor Terrace, and Bay Ridge. How did they fare? First up, this spacious Brooklyn Heights single-family has elegant features such as a curving center stair and also has… Read More > The post Brooklyn Real Estate Listings Six Months Later: Two Sold, One in Contract appeared first on Brownstoner.
Inman
JULY 1, 2025
The rollout will be followed by the debut of BPP-powered local MLS sites and then a long-promised national consumer listing site to compete against Zillow, Realtor.com, Homes.com and Redfin.
Calculated Risk Real Estate
JULY 1, 2025
Freddie Mac reported that the Single-Family serious delinquency rate in May was 0.55%, down from 0.57% April. Freddie's rate is up year-over-year from 0.49% in May 2024, however, this is below the pre-pandemic level of 0.60%. Freddie's serious delinquency rate peaked in February 2010 at 4.20% following the housing bubble and peaked at 3.17% in August 2020 during the pandemic.
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Inman
JULY 1, 2025
There’s no secret sauce — just consistent, intentional habits, Terry LeClair writes. Here, he illuminates foundational habits from Jack Canfield's classic personal development book.
RIS Media
JULY 1, 2025
Seeking a trial by jury, PLS.com has refiled its antitrust lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). According to the filing, the suit was paused early last year while NAR was in the midst of resolving the commission lawsuits. The lawsuit was refiled at 12:30 a.m. Tuesday morning and seeks treble compensatory damages. An… The post Pocket Listing Startup Refiles Antitrust Lawsuit Against NAR Based on ‘Tolling’ Agreement appeared first on RISMedia.
Inman
JULY 1, 2025
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed the state's 2025-2026 budget, which offers environmental review exemptions for critical housing and infrastructure projects. Leaders say the exemptions will improve affordability, while environmentalists say it will ruin the state's ecosystem.
BAM Media
JULY 1, 2025
Before we get into some ideas for July, I just want to say that summer, especially when things may be a little slow around the 4th, is a great time to analyze what’s working and what’s not in your business and your content. You’ve been posting for half the year already. Take a day and audit what is actually performing so you can make adjustments and finish the year strong.
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Inman
JULY 1, 2025
With closure of merger, homebuyers get temporary rate buydown or up to $6,000 in lender credits from Rocket Mortgage when the buyer or seller is represented by a Redfin agent.
Eye on Housing
JULY 1, 2025
Private residential construction spending fell by 0.5% in May, marking the fifth straight month of decreases. This drop was primarily driven by reduced spending on single-family construction. Compared to a year ago, total spending was down 6.7%, as the housing sector continues to navigate the economic uncertainty stemming from ongoing tariff concerns and elevated mortgage.
Inman
JULY 1, 2025
Your budget is your business plan in action, broker-owner and author Jessica Souza writes. Find out how to crunch the numbers and make them work as hard as you do.
RIS Media
JULY 1, 2025
The Rocket Companies’ acquisition of Redfin has officially been finalized as of today, with Redfin now rebranding to Redfin Powered by Rocket. The $1.75B deal was announced back in March, with CEO Varun Krishna calling the all-stock deal the marriage of a “unified vision” as the companies have reportedly long had a close relationship. The… The post Rocket Companies Officially Acquires Redfin appeared first on RISMedia.
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Inman
JULY 1, 2025
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Brownstoner
JULY 1, 2025
Bed Stuy locals and preservationists braved the sweltering heat Wednesday to applaud the unveiling of the markers for the borough’s latest landmarked area, the Willoughby-Hart Historic District. Gathering first on the landmarked section of Willoughby Avenue, between Nostrand and Marcy avenues, before moving to Hart Street, residents, elected officials, and representatives… Read More > The post Bed Stuy Locals Celebrate as Willoughby-Hart Historic District Markers Debut appeared first o
RIS Media
JULY 1, 2025
Broker Public Portal (BPP)—the collaborative enterprise owned by real-estate brokerages and MLSs—has announced that Doorify MLS has become its newest investor. Doorify MLS, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, serves nearly 15,000 real-estate professionals across a sixteen-county region in the state’s Research Triangle and surrounding markets, making it one of the 40 largest MLSs in the… The post Doorify MLS Joins Broker Public Portal as Investor appeared first on RISMedia.
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