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1 day ago
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Your money questions - 'How long will it take to sell our house and get a new mortgage so we can move?'

SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Did the recent portal deals create a fair housing risk for listings?

Recent real estate deals have created a system that may unintentionally violate fair housing principles by limiting access to listings based on agent networks.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
21 hours ago

Antitrust lawsuit fallout fails to dent New York agent commissions

Commission rates in New York City remain stable despite antitrust lawsuits, with agents earning similar amounts as before.
Real estate
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Your money questions - 'How long will it take to sell our house and get a new mortgage so we can move?'

Consult an estate agent for your property's value and a mortgage broker for approval before selling and buying.
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

NWMLS files counterclaim against Compass in federal court

Compass's marketing program allegedly violates Washington's Consumer Protection Act by creating a deceptive two-tier marketplace for real estate listings.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

United Real Estate adds 725 agents with Allison James affiliation

United Real Estate expands its network by affiliating with Allison James Estates and Homes, enhancing its national presence across multiple states.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Did the recent portal deals create a fair housing risk for listings?

Recent real estate deals have created a system that may unintentionally violate fair housing principles by limiting access to listings based on agent networks.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

Just dropped: Beverly Hills Estates expands with Malibu division, Savills deal

Beverly Hills Estates expands with Malibu Estates division to enhance presence in high-end markets, aiming for five satellite offices in Los Angeles.
Miami
fromSherdog
2 days ago

Colby Covington sues Jorge Masvidal for $50K in damages from 2022 attack

Colby Covington is suing Jorge Masvidal for over $50K in damages from an attack outside a restaurant in Miami.
fromTheregister
4 days ago

ServiceNow salesman sues employer in commission dispute

Costa's then-manager told him that ServiceNow would not pay this commission because the Sales Compensation Department had concluded that Costa had 'overachieved to a degree that was outside normal' in relation to his sales quota. In other words, ServiceNow believed Costa had made too much money, notwithstanding that his commission was only a small percentage of the revenue recognized and received by ServiceNow.
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SF real estate
fromFast Company
5 days ago

What inventory signals about Florida's housing market correction

Florida's housing market is vulnerable due to significant price increases during the Pandemic Housing Boom and recent shifts in supply-demand dynamics.
Miami food
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Florida: In choppy 2026, one state is many homebuilding markets

Florida's homebuilding market shows resilience despite challenges like falling prices and slowed population growth.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

eXp, Weichert home seller commission lawsuit settlements approved

The Gibson plaintiffs claimed that eXp negotiated the agreement with the Hooper plaintiffs after conducting prolonged, unsuccessful settlement negotiations with Intervenor Plaintiff counsel, conducting a reverse auction in an attempt to gain a sweetheart deal.
Boston real estate
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Help for rent-stabilized landlords appears unlikely as Mamdani's board kicks off

Data on rent increases in New York reveals conflicting interpretations between tenant advocates and landlord groups regarding financial realities.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Santa Clara businesses sue over shopping center displacement - San Jose Spotlight

The Homestead Shopping Center is facing redevelopment, leading to lawsuits from tenants alleging wrongful eviction by the former landlord.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Florida court shields reverse mortgage credit from garnishment

The court ruled that just because a homeowner has access to funds through a HECM doesn't mean those funds can be garnished until the homeowner actually requests a draw.
Miami
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

What Owners Need to Know About Their Apartment Insurance

Most water claims start in the most ordinary places: under sinks and around toilets. A slow drip from a supply line or a small leak by a toilet can lead to severe water damage across several units.
NYC real estate
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

California bills target condo deposits and defect liability

California lawmakers are considering bills to reduce barriers for condominium construction, addressing deposit limits and construction defect liability.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Howard Hanna settles Tuccori homebuyer commission case

Batton plaintiffs continue efforts to intervene in Tuccori lawsuit despite court denials, seeking to influence settlement proceedings and attorney appointments.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Rocket Companies moves to dismiss RESPA lawsuit

Rocket Companies contends that the plaintiffs failed to plead injury, a qualifying referral, a thing of value, or an agreement, which are essential for their claims under RESPA.
Boston real estate
#antitrust
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fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Compass seeks to dismiss TCPA lawsuit over agent calls

Murch alleges repeated unwanted calls from Compass agents despite requests to stop, while Compass seeks dismissal claiming no liability for independent contractors' actions.
Real estate
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Home flipping stabilized after being hit by its biggest pullback since 2007

Home flipping activity has stabilized around 2019 levels, with seasoned flippers planning to execute deals in 2026 despite a slower appreciation environment.
Real estate
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Estate agents accuse Rightmove of charging excessive fees

Rightmove faces a class action for allegedly charging excessive fees to estate agents, claiming a dominant market position and unsustainable practices.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

The Neighbor Kids Keep Trespassing on Our Property. It's Going to End in Disaster.

Property owners face legal liability for child injuries on their land from attractive nuisances like frozen ponds, requiring immediate protective action beyond verbal warnings.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

REMAX settles Batton homebuyer commission lawsuit for $8.5M

REMAX entered into the Settlement Agreement after considering the risks and costs of continuing the litigation, the SEC filing states. Of the $8.5 million, $1.5 million will be paid into the settlement fund after the agreement receives preliminary approval with the remaining $7.0 million being paid after the settlement gains final approval.
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

ALTA report quantifies complex title work required before closing

More than 80% of purchase transactions require reviewing at least 11 documents, while 21% involve reviewing more than 50 records tied to a property's ownership history.
Real estate
#real-estate-litigation
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

CT Realtors among three parties dismissed from Zea lawsuit

A Florida court dismissed claims against three defendants in a lawsuit by a discount brokerage owner alleging that real estate industry defendants steered buyers away from properties offering reduced commissions by failing to enforce MLS rules.
Law
fromtherealdeal.com
3 weeks ago

Descent into toxicity: Ernie Carswell's commissions lawsuit details cultural decay at Elliman

Luxury agent Ernie Carswell sued Douglas Elliman for allegedly withholding over $300,000 in commissions through a hidden policy reducing departing agents' splits to 50 percent on in-contract deals.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Oppenheim Group sues Daftarian over soured Corona del Mar deal

The Oppenheim Group sued Orange County agent Paul Daftarian and his firm for allegedly conspiring with sellers to deprive the brokerage of commission on a Newport Beach luxury property listing.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

CT Realtors among three parties dismissed from Zea lawsuit

A Florida court dismissed claims against three defendants in a lawsuit by a discount brokerage owner alleging that real estate industry defendants steered buyers away from properties offering reduced commissions by failing to enforce MLS rules.
Law
fromtherealdeal.com
3 weeks ago

Descent into toxicity: Ernie Carswell's commissions lawsuit details cultural decay at Elliman

Luxury agent Ernie Carswell sued Douglas Elliman for allegedly withholding over $300,000 in commissions through a hidden policy reducing departing agents' splits to 50 percent on in-contract deals.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Oppenheim Group sues Daftarian over soured Corona del Mar deal

The Oppenheim Group sued Orange County agent Paul Daftarian and his firm for allegedly conspiring with sellers to deprive the brokerage of commission on a Newport Beach luxury property listing.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

AI can accelerate real estate transactions But it can't replace the professional work that protects property rights

Artificial intelligence is enhancing efficiency in the title industry, but professional expertise remains essential for ensuring clear property ownership.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Lennar KB Home synergies could mirror the CalAtlantic playbook

The U.S. homebuilding industry remains fragmented, with Lennar potentially acquiring KB Home to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

The real estate brokerage behind your agent matters more than you might think

Major real estate consolidation creates a choice between large national brokerages and independent local firms, with local expertise offering significant advantages in cost savings and neighborhood knowledge.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Homes.com, Zillow, and the debate behind a hedge fund push

Trump administration prioritizes housing affordability through mortgage cost reduction and institutional investor restrictions, while Homes.com challenges Zillow's monopoly with a consumer-friendly listing model that pressures agent costs downward.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

CoStar says Zillow copyright infringement now tops 53,000 photos

CoStar claims that Zillow's unauthorized use of its images is a deliberate part of the company's business strategy, using them to build listing pages and train algorithms.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Florida Agency Network partners with law firm to launch OL Title

OL Title represents a significant expansion of our capabilities. We're making available a title and closing resource specifically designed to handle the complexities of commercial and high-end residential transactions backed by the strength of a full-service law firm and the resources of Florida's largest independent title network.
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fromIndependent
1 week ago

Buyers who paid deposits and signed contracts for homes on Ringfort estate in Co Meath consider legal action in bid to move in

Couples and families who paid deposits and signed contracts for new homes in a Co Meath housing estate have said they will consider legal action after being told that 'an enforceable contract does not exist'.
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LA real estate
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'Million Dollar Listing' broker sues Oren Alexander as verdict looms in his criminal case

Real estate broker Tracy Tutor filed a sexual assault lawsuit against Oren Alexander, who faces criminal sex trafficking charges with his brothers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Insurance is having a growing impact on condo affordability

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac revised condo project approval requirements, enhancing affordability but eliminating limited reviews, impacting mortgage access for buyers.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
27 years ago

Homeowners File Suit Against Builder

A homeowners association sued builder Amcal General Contractors for widespread construction violations including defective electrical, plumbing, waterproofing, and sound reduction systems at a 90-unit condominium complex.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
38 years ago

Lewis Offering Leases in Villa Capri Housing

Lewis Homes offers a rent-to-own solution in Rancho Cucamonga where renters can lease homes and accumulate credits toward purchasing a house elsewhere.
NYC real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Brown Harris Stevens adds Corcoran agent Debbie Baum

Veteran real estate agent Debbie Baum transitions from Corcoran to Brown Harris Stevens, bringing 23+ years of Manhattan residential experience and a track record of $27.28 million in 2024 sales volume.
Boston real estate
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Landlord firm that issued 36 eviction notices in one estate has been involved in multiple RTB disputes

Patchflow Ltd issued eviction notices to 36 households in Wexford's Hazelwood estate ahead of new rent rules, with the company having a history of RTB disputes with tenants.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Batton plaintiffs allege reverse auction in Anywhere settlement

In their motion to intervene, the Batton plaintiffs claim that Anywhere picked the most ineffectual class lawyers to negotiate a settlement with in the hope that the district court will approve a weak settlement that will preclude other claims against the defendant. The questionable settlement amount here further underscores Plaintiffs' counsel's inadequate representation of homebuyer claims against Anywhere.
Law
#costar
SF real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
36 years ago

Don't Let the Neighbors Steal Your Real Estate

Neighbors can acquire permanent prescriptive easements on your property through continuous, unauthorized use for 5-21 years without payment, but granting written permission prevents this.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
19 years ago

Wife gets the house, er, listing

Shelby Roos Arnold, newly licensed real estate agent, lists her $7.9 million Beverly Hills home she shared with actor Tom Arnold during their legal separation.
#class-action
fromLos Angeles Times
7 years ago

Soccer Hall of Famer Cobi Jones cuts loose West Hills income property

Jones bought the two-story house in 1995 for $365,000 and, in recent years, had leased it out for about $4,000 a month, real estate records show. He had been asking $950,000 for the home.
Boston real estate
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fromIndependent
1 month ago

John Mulligan: The Cork restaurateur, a $16m Miami mansion and the spectacular legal bust-up with her former romantic partner

Patricia Toscano kept approximately $8 million from a $15.8–$16 million Coral Gables home sale despite an alleged oral agreement to split the net proceeds.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
40 years ago

Problems of Landlords and the Rights of Their Tenants

Property owners face significant challenges enforcing lease violations due to difficult eviction processes, while tenant overcrowding and maintenance issues complicate property management responsibilities.
#activist-investors
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Private listings are polarizing real estate, here is a path forward

Private listings create financial incentives for brokerages to keep homes off the MLS and sell in-house, earning both sides of commission, which must be transparently disclosed to sellers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Propy expands AI title rollup with Florida acquisition

Propy acquires Boss Law to expand institutional real estate services using AI and blockchain technology for faster closings and title operations.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

CoStar pushes back on activist investors' reporting criticism

CoStar disputes D.E. Shaw's allegations as misleading, arguing the hedge fund has undisclosed conflicts of interest through substantial investments in CoStar competitors that would benefit from Homes.com's failure.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
10 years ago

CBRE now one of the world's largest property managers after acquiring competitor

CBRE completed a $1.5 billion acquisition of Global Workplace Solutions to expand property management services and diversify revenue beyond real estate brokerage commissions.
Business
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

CoStar forecasts Homes.com profitability in 2030

CoStar forecasts strong 2026 results but expects Homes.com to reach positive adjusted EBITDA only by 2030 despite rapid subscriber growth and planned cost cuts.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Corcoran Reverie, Housify form luxury valuation partnership

Following my career in finance and real estate, it became clear to me that the nuances of the market in 30A, from unique geography to diverse supply and more, was underserved by the generic valuation models available to consumers, and was in many cases leading to confusion for clients.
Real estate
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
5 years ago

Kevin James drops $14 million on a Florida mansion

Kevin James purchased a $14 million oceanfront mansion in Delray Beach, Florida, paying $1.95 million below the asking price for the newly built property.
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
1 month ago

Counteroffers in Real Estate: A Buyer's Guide to Smart Negotiation

A counteroffer is the seller's response to your original offer, proposing different terms instead of accepting it outright. This might include a higher purchase price, a different closing date, shorter contingency timelines, or changes to repair requests and credits. Once a counteroffer is presented, your original offer is no longer active.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Florida's Sandra Rathe Team joins The Real Brokerage

The Sandra Rathe Team, a 20-agent South Florida brokerage with $135 million in annual sales volume, joined The Real Brokerage to provide agents with revenue-sharing opportunities and long-term wealth-building pathways.
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Florida lawsuit targets Crypto.com event contracts

Two California investors are taking Crypto.com to federal court in Miami, Florida, accusing the company of running what they describe as a nationwide sports betting business under the cover of financial trading. The proposed class action, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, names North American Derivatives Exchange Inc., which operates as Crypto.com, along with Foris DAX Inc. The lawsuit claims users across the country have lost hundreds of millions of dollars through the platform's sports event contracts.
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fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Facing judgments and fines, fraudulent Florida mover files for bankruptcy

A Fort Lauderdale mover filed for bankruptcy after facing more than $310,000 in judgments, attorney fees, and a separate $110,000 state fine and operating ban.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

CoStar touts Homes.com momentum and AI gains as profits dip in Q4

Homes.com network achieved 2.1 billion views and 100 million monthly unique visitors in 2025, with January 2026 showing 134% year-over-year organic traffic growth and record engagement metrics.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Florida judge denies broker's bid to make NAR, MLSs enforce rules

Zea alleges defendants coordinated to restrict choice and maintain high prices by steering buyers and failing to enforce MLS/NAR rules; court denied his motion.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Cork restaurateur's former boyfriend asks US court to let case linked to $16m Miami mansion sale go ahead

New York lawyer Michael Griffith has urged a Florida court to give him permission to correctly serve Cork restaurateur Patricia Toscano with notice of his legal action against her that is linked to the acrimonious sale of a $16m (€13m) Miami mansion.
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Keller Williams settles Batton homebuyer commission lawsuit

Keller Williams will pay $20 million to settle the Batton homebuyer commission lawsuit and releases franchisees, agents, and teams from related antitrust claims.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Brokerages look to dismiss Cwynar homebuyer commission lawsuit

Defendants argue Cwynar plaintiffs lack standing and antitrust damages because they were indirect purchasers of buyer-broker services and sellers already obtained settlements.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Would CoStar really sell Homes.com? Here's what analysts say

Companies divest businesses when assets no longer fit strategy or to raise capital, using proceeds to strengthen balance sheets and reduce investor concerns about volatility.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Real Brokerage settles Cwynar home buyer commission lawsuit

Homebuyer lawsuits allege NAR and multiple brokerages' pre‑2024 policies led to inflated buyer-paid commissions, prompting consolidated litigation and multimillion-dollar settlements.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Keyes Company partners with Miloff Aubuchon Realty Group in Southwest Florida

According to the release, under the terms of the partnership agreement, Miloff Aubuchon Realty Group will continue to operate under its established name and local brand as Miloff Aubuchon Group. Additionally, Keyes Company noted that the firm's leadership would remain located in Southwest Florida. The companies said that the partnership will allow them to leverage shared resources while expanding opportunities for agents and improving the services they provide consumers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Stewart Title expands with Florida acquisition

For years, Tracy and her team at Townsend have built a reputation as experts in title insurance, and have succeeded by putting their customer needs first, said Stewart Division President Robyn Dinsdale. This acquisition is a win for our customers in southwest Florida as the same trusted team and exceptional service they know remains now backed by the financial strength of a 132-year-old company, utilizing our expertise and technology to deliver faster, more efficient closings. We will be stronger together.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

How are buyer broker agreements reshaping trust in real estate?

Buyer broker agreements exposed trust gaps by requiring early exclusivity and unclear compensation, prompting buyer hesitation and frustration.
Real estate
fromNews 12 - Default
2 months ago

Real estate agent accused of scamming renters in the Bronx, Brooklyn & Queens

A real estate agent allegedly scammed multiple NYC renters by collecting deposits and failing to provide apartment access, leaving families thousands short.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Best practices for real estate buyer-broker agreements take shape

Brokerages implemented rapid, standardized training, tech-integrated disclosures, and layered audits nationwide to ensure compliance with buyer representation and compensation practice changes.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Real Brokerage added as defendant in RESPA suit against Zillow

All of the teams named as defendants advertise on either their social media channels or website that they are part of the Zillow Flex program. Similarly to the two original complaints, the consolidated amended complaint claims that Zillow, and now the real estate defendants, violated a variety of statutes, including the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), the Washington Consumer Protection Act, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act and the law of unjust enrichment and fiduciary duty.
Real estate
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fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Court advised to reject legal bid to compel NAR rule enforcement

The magistrate judge recommends denying Zea's preliminary injunction because delay and lack of evidence undermine any claim of irreparable harm.
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