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Zillow’s Follow Up Boss privacy policy changes spark industry debate
Zillow changed Follow Up Boss’s privacy policy raising concerns among real estate professionals about how the firm will use client data.
Top California team joins Equity Union Real Estate
The Chernov Team specializes in high-end properties, new construction and residential sales, including traditional homes and condominiums.
Ocrolus adds automated conditioning to mortgage tools
The new AI-powered feature accelerates loan processing by automating the identification and management of conditions.
Mortgage executives call for a renewed leadership model
A panel of senior mortgage executives at The Sales Mastery event talked about how leaders should be adding value in this market.
FHFA proposes 2026-2030 strategic plan, signaling shift under Trump administration
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is seeking public feedback on its proposed strategic plan for 2026-2030, the agency announced Wednesday.
New-home mortgage demand dips in September but remains above 2024 levels
The data offers a snapshot of housing demand at a time when market watchers are seeking clues about new-home sales amid the government shutdown.
4 ways to lead your multigenerational real estate team
Discover how to leverage generational diversity in real estate teams to find success at your real estate brokerage.
REX’s friends want its petition heard by the Supreme Court
Two organizations, including one led by a commission suit plaintiffs’ attorney, want the Supreme Court to hear REX’s antitrust lawsuit.
Reimagining real estate incentives: beyond ‘GodZillow’ and industry drama
Do real estate incentives still misalign agent and client interests? Uncover solutions for a fairer industry beyond Zillow’s dominance.
Zillow shuts down Closing Services
Zillow announced the shut down of Zillow Closing Services as it looks for a tech-enabled title platform for its housing super app vision.
The AOL debate rages on
Over a year later, the title industry still has many unanswered questions about attorney opinion letters (AOLs), and the debates rage on.
Compliance experts on navigating RESPA in a digital world
Compliance experts discuss what new CFPB guidance and RESPA mean for real estate service providers in a digital world.
