WSJ: DOJ leadership halted antitrust review of Compass–Anywhere deal
Compass closed its acquisition of Anywhere Friday, with the Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg reporting that DOJ leaders blocked a deeper antitrust review.
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Real estate leaders weigh in on potential ban on large investors
The proposal has sparked debate over the role of Wall Street-backed landlords — and whether restricting them would meaningfully lower prices.
Compass-Anywhere merger closing imminent, brokers share plans to compete
The Compass-Anywhere merger could close Friday, giving the new firm over 50% market share in major metros and reshaping competition.
Jorgenson Group launches independent brokerage after 16 years with Keller Williams
Group founder Kasey Jorgenson speaks on the process of going independent and transitioning into a brokerage.
CoStar forecasts Homes.com profitability in 2030
CoStar Group projects 18% revenue growth in 2026, cuts Homes.com investment, and launches a $1.5B stock buyback.
Compass-Anywhere merger wins shareholder approval, closing expected soon
Compass and Anywhere Real Estate merger passes shareholder vote, with closing set for Friday pending final conditions.
California real estate trainer fined, banned for license exam violations
A California real estate education firm and its former president face $60,000 in penalties and a three-year ban for exam violations.
Rising insurance costs shape homeowner decisions in 2026
The average U.S. home insurance premium increased 24% between 2021 and 2024, according to the Consumer Federation of America.
Dermot Buffini steps down as CEO of Buffini & Company after 13 years
Dermot Buffini steps down as CEO after 13 years, with Brian Buffini assuming the role of CEO and Dermot focusing on global growth.
The 7 best real estate CRMs for every budget in 2026
Want to stay organized and automate tasks without breaking the bank? Check out our top picks for the best real estate CRM software for 2026.