NYT investigation: NAR’s nonprofit funds conservative groups
Everyone knows about NAR’s political action committee, but few know about its affiliate nonprofit the American Property Owners Alliance.
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eXp, Weichert say Gibson plaintiffs’ motion is all about attorneys’ fees
Two defendants say the attempt to move courts is an attempt to “monopolize the class’s recovery and especially, the attorneys’ fees.”
eXp Realty’s Leo Pareja looks forward to incremental change in 2025
After a year of seismic shifts, Pareja and eXp Realty are looking forward to solidifying best practices and focusing on consumers in 2025.
Century 21 expands in Massachusetts through acquisition
Anywhere brand Century 21 is growing its presence in Massachusetts. On Thursday, the Century 21 Custom Home Realty affiliate announced its acquisition of Mansfield, Massachusetts-based Monarch Realty Group.
Masiello plaintiff, Realty ONE Group seek to dismiss the brokerage from commission lawsuit
In their joint motion, the parties cite Realty ONE Group’s approved settlement in the Gibson suit as the reason for seeking dismissal.
Real’s latest roster addition is the 150-agent ROVI Homes
The Real Brokerage announced an affiliation with ROVI Homes, adding 150 agents across New England and Florida.
NAR settlement faces another legal appeal
Judge Stephen R. Bough’s ruling that granted final approval to the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement is facing yet another appeal. On Tuesday, Robert Friedman filed an appeal of Bough’s ruling with the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Rental portal Zumper launches ’Zoe’ AI assistant
The rental portal this week launched an AI assistant named Zoe, which according to the company can answer “virtually any renter question about a property or its neighborhood.”
Collabra’s Russ Cofano: ‘Sick brokerages’ will cause the real estate industry to suffer
Collabra Technology CEO Russ Cofano joins the “Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered” podcast to explore legal battles, clear cooperation and leadership.
NextHome CEO James Dwiggins on NAR settlement aftermath: ‘We’re in the first inning’
James Dwiggins on the NAR settlement fallout: “We’re in the first inning. We’ve only had a few months to see how things have played out.”