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Without commenting directly on the Compass-Rocket partnership, the National Association of Realtors noted it has no policy on coming soon listings and reaffirmed support of the MLS.

Early data shows that existing-home sales were up in February and that relistings are experiencing a surge, signaling consumer confidence in the market.

From AI ethics debates to viral CEO moments, recent headlines reveal how quickly perception can shift online — and what real estate professionals can learn about trust, storytelling and platform risk.

Housing indicators were broadly positive last week and mortgage rates remained in the low 6s, but the Iran war poses risks.

Procedural and zoning barriers are proving to be only the beginning of the gauntlet for adding new ground-up residential supply to America’s housing-starved communities. While removing red tape and outdated zoning laws might formalize more homes on paper, local fee structures still decide whet...

<p>Estate agent Keller Williams Plus now has more than 230 associates across the UK after increasing the number of associates by 78% in the past year. The number of completions delivered by KW Plus agents also rose by 54% during this period. Mark Readings, chief executive of KW Plus and Growth Leade...

<p>The founders of Purplebricks are returning to the online estate agency they established, according to reports from Sky News. Michael Bruce and Kenny Bruce will rejoin the business as part of a deal with its current owner, Sir Charles Dunstone.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywire.com...

<p>Estate agencies attempting to implement artificial intelligence systems face significant operational challenges, with many at risk of failed implementations due to integration issues and lack of technical expertise. The sector is experiencing 'shadow AI' usage, where staff members use public AI t...

SEC filings show REMAX contacted nine potential deal partners and, ultimately, weighed two final bids before choosing Real.

Discover how UMortgage’s new broker model empowers loan originators with greater autonomy, higher earnings, and a technology-driven platform. Anthony Casa explains the incentives, support systems, and innovation reshaping the broker channel for top-producing LOs.

Navab also spoke about a real estate journey that began when she was a child, and about meeting Robert Reffkin in college.

This week on The Download, check in with industry thought leaders on the new deal between Compass and Redfin parent company, Rocket.

<p>UK house prices showed modest growth at the start of 2026, with multiple indices reporting improved affordability conditions and increased transaction volumes. Geopolitical uncertainties may limit anticipated interest rate reductions, potentially affecting market momentum later in the year.</p> <...

<p>UK house prices rose 0.3% in February to reach £301,151, with annual growth accelerating to 1.3%, the strongest rate in four months. Regional disparities remain pronounced, with northern areas showing growth whilst southern markets continue to decline, though geopolitical uncertainties may temper...

<p>Estate agents across the UK will need to adapt to significant employment law changes beginning in April 2026, according to industry body Propertymark. The reforms, primarily stemming from the Employment Rights Act 2025, will affect recruitment practices, workplace policies and staff management.</...

<p>The UK property sector has recorded a gender pay gap of 14.2%, placing it fourth among all industries for pay disparity. The gap has widened by 5.5 percentage points in the past year alone, marking the third-largest annual increase across all UK sectors.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.prope...

<p>The financial markets expect fewer rate cuts from the Bank of England this year due to the Middle East conflict and associated spike in energy prices, according to real estate consultancy Knight Frank. Before the development soft employment figures and signposting from the Bank about keeping infl...

Celink remains the largest independent subservicer of reverse mortgages, specializing in the management of Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) and proprietary loans on behalf of lenders.

In the feast or famine world of real estate, it can be easy to myopically focus on the bottom line (closing the deal and your commission). But a recent deep dive into a seemingly unrelated pop culture phenomenon offers a stark reminder that how we achieve success is just as important as the success ...

Recognition moments like International Women’s Day have their place, but lasting change in leadership representation won't happen through celebration alone, Courtney Cager writes.