Tech Pulse: UWM challenges industry AI fear; Optimal Blue automates refi opportunities
Key news this week includes comments on “AI fear,” Zillow Rentals adding conversational AI and Optimal Blue revealing a new refinance tool.
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Unlock MLS, Omni MLS partner on international property access
The collaboration aims to support cross-border transactions and connect U.S. agents with Latin American professionals and property data.
DOJ withdraws objection to MLS PIN settlement, clearing the way for preliminary approval
The DOJ has withdrawn its objection to MLS PIN’s settlement of the Nosalek commission lawsuit, clearing the way for preliminary approval.
Howard Hanna disavows NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy
In a letter sent to MLSs this week, Hoby Hanna told MLS executives that his firm does not feel that CCP is “binding”
MetroList introduces voice-controlled property data app
Agents can speak property details aloud while walking through homes, with the software automatically populating appropriate listing fields.
Earnnest, CRMLS enter strategic partnership
CRMLS subscribers now have access to Earnnest’s digital earnest money platform at no cost via the REcore dashboard.
Compass has sued an MLS. History could shed light on its antitrust claims
A brokerage and eventually the FTC sued Realcomp in the mid-2000s over a listing policy, an echo of Compass’s suit against NWMLS.
Windermere’s OB Jacobi on real estate industry divides, smart leadership
RealTrending host Tracey Velt and OB Jacobi, co-president of Windermere Real Estate, discuss the evolving role of multiple listing services.
‘Are you kidding me?’ Real estate industry reacts to Compass-NWMLS lawsuit
Supporters, detractors and antitrust law experts voiced their opinions on Compass’s suit against Northwest MLS.
Compass files an antitrust suit against NWMLS over its CCP
NWMLS is not Realtor association affiliated and its Clear Cooperation Policy does not allow for office exclusives.