Best Rayellen Podcasts (2025)

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Costar Sues Zillow! Compass Responds to Broker Email & Why aren't buyers buying?! 1:25:13

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🔥 CoStar is coming for Zillow—suing over 46,000 allegedly stolen real estate images. Is this just the beginning of a brutal portal war? Meanwhile, Compass faces questions about its “3-phase plan,” KW’s CEO says private listings should be a local call, and housing data suggests the market is shifting… again. We break down: • CoStar’s copyright lawsu…

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Zillow Slaps Compass + Are SELLERS losing MONEY??! 1:01:23

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This week on tWiRE, dive into real estate's hottest stories and critical market shifts! Controversy erupts as a Chicago homeowner claims his $200K listing appeared without consent—who's accountable? Zillow fires back at Compass, labeling their innovative 3-phase listing strategy a "hidden scheme." NAR launches a powerful new market stats dashboard …

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Did ZILLOW & HOMES.COM Take Over?? Is Housing finally CRASHING? 1:05:21

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🔥 Real Estate Shakeup: Lawsuits, Private Listings & Mortgage Market Mayhem! 🔥 This week on tWiRE, the real estate industry faces courtroom drama as NAR scores a major victory over discount brokerage Homie in an explosive antitrust battle. Keller Williams dodges a bullet as they’re cleared from a major telemarketing lawsuit, while Compass stirs the …

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Are Buyers Back?! & eXp Fires Back at Compass 1:43:08

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Sign up for the book club! https://bit.ly/RASCall Are Buyers Back?! & eXp Fires Back at Compass | Mortgage Rates Drop, Inventory Slips, & Listing Drama Explodes 📉 Mortgage rates just hit a 3-month low—and this time, buyers noticed. We're diving into the latest demand surge, Redfin's update showing a drop in new listings and pending sales, and what …

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Zillow's Ban Begins, use Bitcoin for loans, & is the Big Beautiful Bill Good or Bad for housing? 1:28:51

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Zillow's listing ban is officially live—and the industry isn’t taking it quietly. This week, we break down the chaos as Compass challenges Zillow’s new private listing rules and ThePLS.com sues NAR. The battle for listing control is heating up. Meanwhile, Congress just passed what’s being dubbed a "Big, Beautiful Bill"—and for once, real estate pro…

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Zillow SUED by Compass! New Homes PLUMMET! Do Realtors really make 6%?? 1:22:01

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Zillow faces a lawsuit. Opendoor flips its model. And U.S. home prices just hit a new all-time high. In this week’s episode of This Week in Real Estate (tWiRE), we break down what’s really happening in the housing market—from slowing price growth to rising inventory—and what it all means if you’re thinking about buying, selling, or working in the i…

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HOUSING RESET?? Mortgage Demand Plunges, Rents Fall, and Home Starts Collapse! 1:15:39

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This week on This Week in Real Estate (tWiRE), we’re unpacking a whirlwind of industry headlines that could reshape how agents, brokers, and buyers navigate the market. 📰 INDUSTRY TEA: • Realtor.com goes scorched earth on private listings, saying agents are on the “wrong side of history.” • Sharran Srivatsaa joins Alex Hormozi’s Acquisition.com in …

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Agent Chaos: Housing Crash, NAR Under Fire, Lawsuits Brewing, Dues Challenged 49:40

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This week on This Week in Real Estate (tWiRE) — we follow the money. 🔍 We’re pulling back the curtain on NAR’s 2023 executive compensation and jaw-dropping marketing spend—while 87% of agents are struggling to close a single deal. With the “no-commingling” rule officially rescinded, and fresh changes to the Code of Ethics on harassment and hate spe…

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Realtors Making TOO MUCH MONEY? DOJ Thinks So! PLUS Are HOME PRICES dropping??! 1:21:47

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🔥 Booked & Branded: Meet us in Nashville JUNE 12!! Join industry leaders and peers in Nashville to sharpen your skills and boost your real estate brand. https://realbrokernashville.simpletix.com/ Welcome back to tWiRE, your go-to podcast for sharp, no-nonsense insights into the real estate world! This week we're diving deep into critical developmen…

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Zillow Confirms Listing Ban Date + Fed Hints at Commission Overhaul 1:01:22

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Zillow Speaks Out, Fed Drops a Bomb, and Bigfoot Sells Land?! This week on This Week in Real Estate (tWiRE), we’re breaking down Zillow’s long-awaited clarification on private listings — and when agents should brace for enforcement. But that’s just the start. The Fed just quietly revealed a massive shift that could upend how commissions work across…

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Banned by Zillow, Boosted by Homes & Serhant Roasts Compass 1:01:56

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This week on tWiRE: 🧠 Ryan Serhant throws shade at Compass, comparing it to Barnes & Noble and mocking their retro “listing book” strategy. Are they innovating—or just nostalgic for the ‘90s? 🚫 Homes.com throws gasoline on the fire by boosting listings that Zillow bans. CEO Andy Florance is making it clear: if Zillow won’t show your listing, he wil…

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Comment Section Showdown, Compass Goes Off-Market, and Mortgage Whiplash 1:13:27

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📈 This Week in Real Estate: Industry Shakeups, Buyer Confusion & Mortgage Surprises From a scathing New York Times piece on Realtors to a surprising wave of public pushback in the comment section, this week’s real estate headlines are anything but quiet. We’re diving into the growing tension around NAR’s controversial speech code, Hoby Hanna’s blun…

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Compass gets the boot & is Hate Speech making a comeback with NAR? 1:15:26

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0:24 - So, it's 2025. I know. I have NO idea why my brain said 2023 and I said it. None. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ This week on tWiRE: This Week in Real Estate, lawsuits, legislation, and market turbulence take center stage. Compass has launched a legal missile at the Northwest MLS, dragging Windermere into the crossfire—claiming the cost of “waging war” is weighi…

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ZILLOW & Redfin vs NAR Approved Private Listing Networks! 1:17:21

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This week on tWiRE – This Week in Real Estate, we’re diving into a storm of high-stakes decisions and shifting market dynamics: 🔥 Zillow ignites controversy with its private listing policy—sparking a public brawl between CEOs, a defensive blog post from Zillow Group’s Errol Samuelson, and a sneaky return of ‘commingled listings’ after a 4-year brea…

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Zillow & Redfin BAN private listings! & Florida to abolish FREC?! 1:12:56

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Zillow Just Dropped a Bombshell on Private Listings 🔥 Starting in May, Zillow—and now Redfin—is cracking down on privately marketed homes. In response to mounting pressure from lawsuits and industry watchdogs, these giants will block listings that were promoted elsewhere but never hit the MLS. Is this a win for transparency, or a veiled power grab?…

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Tariff Turmoil Tumbles Stocks. Will the housing market CRASH? 1:38:14

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Private listings, broker lawsuits, and mortgage mayhem — Episode 312 is packed with the headlines shaping the future of real estate. This week on tWiRE (This Week in Real Estate), we’re diving headfirst into the chaos, clarity, and controversy rocking the housing industry. 🕵️‍♂️ Private Listing Networks Are Here In the wake of the NAR’s massive com…

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END is NEAR?! Mortgage Delinquency Panic!! 1:23:27

4M ago1:23:27

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This Week in Real Estate (tWiRE) Episode 311 unpacks a wild week of housing headlines—from legal showdowns to market shakeups. We’re covering everything agents, buyers, and investors need to know: 📌 MLS Mayhem: NAR’s new policy is forcing MLSs nationwide into high-stakes implementation chaos—how fast will compliance actually happen? 📌 Rocket + Mr. …

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KW Scandal, Clear Cooperation Fights, & MLS FIRESALES?! 1:30:09

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This Week in Real Estate, where the headlines hit harder than your March Madness bracket! This week’s top stories reveal shifting power dynamics in real estate, rising insurance crises, and a wild MLS tech fire sale. 🔥 In this episode: • NAR’s strategic pivot: Clear Cooperation survives—but with new seller flexibilities. What this means for pocket …

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FED Announces Rates & is Zillow is getting Sued AGAIN?! 1:26:01

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🔥 tWiRE Podcast: The FED Announces Rates & Billion-Dollar Real Estate Upheaval! 🚨 This week on tWiRE, we’re diving into major shake-ups in the real estate industry—billion-dollar mergers, leadership shifts, lawsuits, and THE FED’S RATE ANNOUNCEMENT. Buckle up, because this episode is packed with game-changing updates! 🏡 Market Shifts & Mortgage Mov…

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Sell Out before the Housing Market Collapse? 1:19:37

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🚨 REDFIN SOLD?! Rocket's $1.75B Power Move & Stocks are TANKING! Whats up with Inflation???! 🚨 🔥 This week in real estate: Rocket Companies just dropped a $1.75 BILLION bombshell—buying Redfin in a move that could slash transaction costs by 50%?! But is this really a win for consumers? Meanwhile, Florida’s housing inventory just hit an all-time hig…

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AI Replaces Agents & a HUGE Fee Skimming Scandal is EXPOSED!! 1:12:26

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🤖 AI Replaces Agents & a HUGE Fee Skimming Scandal is EXPOSED! This week, the real estate world is getting shaken up in big ways: 🔥 AI Real Estate Agent Closes $100M in Sales – Is this the beginning of the end for human agents? 💰 AMCs Caught in a Fee Skimming Scandal – A new lawsuit reveals shocking industry deception! 📉 Mortgage Rates Drop to 2-Mo…

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Zillow vs DOJ & REX + Are SELLERS Scrambling before the CRASH? 1:28:19

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🚨 Zillow vs. REX Legal Battle Heats Up + Is It Really a Buyer’s Market? 🚨 This week on tWiRE, we’re diving into Zillow’s ongoing legal fight with REX, as the DOJ weighs in—what does this mean for the future of real estate search and commissions? Plus, a judge in the class-action lawsuit against real estate agents is "surprised and confused" by buye…

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ZILLOW wins BIG as Home Sales Sink. Is ZILLOW Taking Over?? 1:12:58

6M ago1:12:58

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🔥 The Housing Market Is Shifting FAST—Are You Ready? 🔥 🚨 BIG Changes in Real Estate! 🚨 🏡 Robert Reffkin vs. Gary Keller? The Clear Cooperation debate is heating up—what’s really going on? 🏠 Zillow’s Rental Takeover—25% revenue growth in Q4 signals their next big move. What does this mean for landlords & renters? 📉 2025: A Renter’s Market?! But econ…

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National MLS?! + Smaller Homes, Slower Sales & Renters Boom 1:12:21

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The housing market is slowing, with homes taking nearly two months to sell—the slowest pace in five years. Meanwhile, a shift in commissions is unfolding, with rates rising slightly for affordable homes and dipping for high-end properties since the NAR settlement took effect. As affordability improves, experts predict 2025 will be a renter’s market…

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Housing Meltdown or Market Correction? The Truth About Commissions, Prices & the Fed 1:15:17

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The real estate industry is facing a major shakeup—71% of agents didn’t close a single deal last year, and legal battles over commissions could change how homes are bought and sold forever. This week on tWiRE, we break down the fallout from antitrust lawsuits against agent commissions and how real estate leaders see opportunity in the chaos. Meanwh…

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Cali Fires & the Housing Problem 1:26:32

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This week on the tWiRE Podcast, we dive into the biggest stories shaping the real estate market. The Supreme Court has denied the National Association of Realtors’ appeal in a high-stakes legal battle with the Department of Justice, leaving the industry facing increased scrutiny. Meanwhile, California wildfires are wreaking havoc on housing markets…

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High Home Supply & Crushed Buyer Demand?! 52:05

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But wait... I thought real estate was about to get better?! This week’s tWiRE Podcast dives deep into the biggest real estate headlines shaping 2025. We start with NAR’s latest shake-up as industry legend Sherry Chris takes on a key advisory role. The Supreme Court looms large with a potential decision on the NAR vs. DOJ case, a battle that could r…

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2025 Housing Crash? What will rates be? 1:38:06

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It’s our biggest show of the year—our Prediction Special! We’re taking a look back at last year’s bold predictions to see how accurate (or hilariously wrong) they were. From NAR’s optimistic forecasts of home sales surges to Goldman Sachs’ predictions for price growth, we’ll compare the major market forecasts to the realities of 2024. Then, we’ll d…

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Real Estate Scandals, Condo Cliffs, and Rising Buyer Buzz 1:05:23

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This week, the real estate industry faces intense scrutiny and significant changes. Oren and Tal Alexander were arrested alongside their brother in Miami following sexual assault allegations, casting a shadow on their careers as prominent real estate stars. Meanwhile, Realty One Group makes headlines by allowing Phoenix-area agents to leave NAR, si…

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Small Homes, Big Demand, and Compass's Bold Move 1:02:43

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This week, we’re breaking down the latest headlines shaping the housing market. Compass is making waves with its acquisition of @properties Christie's International Real Estate, signaling a bold expansion strategy. Meanwhile, a judge has approved the NAR settlement in the Sitzer/Burnett case, a decision that could reshape commission practices acros…

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Buyers moving in fear while NAR "volunteers" Party?! 1:04:34

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This week, we uncover the hottest stories shaping real estate trends across the country. Inside the National Realtors Group, reports of chauffeured cars and Broadway tickets are raising eyebrows—what does this mean for the industry’s reputation? Despite higher interest rates, weekly mortgage demand ticked up, signaling renewed buyer activity. Could…

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[Corrected Audio] Is Zillow the Next MLS? & The Trump Presidency Rocks Housing! 1:08:57

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[Audio improves at 3:02] This week’s episode dives deep into the major developments shaping the housing market and the real estate industry. Compass CEO Robert Reffkin has made a bold statement, claiming Zillow could become the national MLS—is this the future of real estate? Meanwhile, Q3 earnings reports are illuminating the early impact of NAR's …

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Red, White, and Mortgage Blues: Housing and the 2024 Vote 1:40:36

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This week, we dive into the headlines dominating real estate and what they mean for agents, clients, and the market as a whole. Election anxiety is running high, and both agents and clients are feeling the tension as loose talk about housing policies impacts decision-making. A recent survey reveals that 38% of early voters say housing affordability…

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Are Mortgage Rates Crushing Buyers? Pending Sales Surge! 1:15:51

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This week, we dive into some of the biggest stories reshaping the real estate landscape. The Council of Multiple Listing Services (CMLS) is making waves, urging NAR to maintain the controversial Clear Cooperation policy in a new letter, claiming that weakening it could harm the integrity of the housing market. However, some local associations are s…

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Pending Sales Surge—But sales stall again!? 59:48

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This week, we explore the major shifts and controversies shaping the real estate industry. We kick things off with NAR’s Clear Cooperation policy under attack—some agents claim it’s giving big brokerages a competitive edge, while others say dismantling it could harm both agents and consumers. One local association is outright rejecting the policy, …

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Hurricane Helene & Milton Makes Young Adults Rethink Housing Choices 1:03:12

10M ago1:03:12

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On today’s episode, we tackle some of the biggest stories shaking up the real estate world. NextHome CEO James Dwiggins is taking a stand, addressing critics of NAR’s Clear Cooperation policy—how will his comments reshape the debate? Meanwhile, eXp Realty has agreed to a massive $34 million settlement to resolve antitrust commission lawsuits. What …

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Starter Homes Get Cheaper, But Is Anyone Actually Buying? 1:19:13

10M ago1:19:13

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In this week’s episode, we dive into a whirlwind of real estate news, starting with REcolorado’s big move to cut ties with Realtor organizations after being sold to a private buyer. What impact will this have on the MLS landscape? We also cover NAR’s standoff over its controversial Clear Cooperation policy, as revealed by an eye-opening Inman surve…

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Are Lead Gen Sites a SCAM? & The NAR gets involved with Commission 1:30:19

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This week, we’re excited to be joined live by Skap, Matt, and Michele for a lively discussion on the hottest real estate headlines. We’ll kick off with a debate on NAR’s new consumer guides, which have sparked controversy among agents nationwide. And, Ryan Serhant’s latest tech rollout, S.MPLE, promises to streamline workflows for agents—how will t…

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Will the FED Drop Rates?! Are Secret Listings coming back? 1:10:00

11M ago1:10:00

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This week, we’re diving into the hottest headlines rocking the real estate world! Support for NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy is plummeting as the pressure around pocket listings intensifies. Mauricio Umansky is even threatening to sue NAR over these growing concerns, signaling a major showdown in the industry. Meanwhile, the "Portal Wars" are heati…

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Frauds, Scandals, & an Economy in Shambles 1:08:55

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This week’s episode is packed with hot-button issues shaking the real estate world. Agents are filing lawsuits against Move for allegedly selling “fake leads,” raising major concerns about lead generation practices. Meanwhile, the founder of the Sitzer lawsuit has launched a new startup, charging $49 per home tour—what does this mean for buyers and…

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NAR & Stealth Commissions, Antitrust Chaos, & Kamala’s Glass Cannon! 1:05:47

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Michael Ketchmark says, “We’ll be watching,” as stealth commission offers on lawns and key chains raise red flags across the industry. Meanwhile, NAR settlement class notices are heading to consumers, adding a new layer of transparency. ReAlpha’s “super app” teases commission-free buyer agency—could this be the future of real estate? Plus, we’ll di…

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Zillow’s Leadership Shakeup & The Lawsuit That Could Destroy NAR! 52:35

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In this episode, we tackle the most pressing issues shaping the real estate landscape today. Michigan agents and brokers are taking the National Association of Realtors (NAR) to court, challenging the organization over antitrust concerns stemming from the recent commission settlement. We dive into what this lawsuit means for the industry and its po…

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Zillow Gone Wild Sued, NAR Settlement Chaos, & the Rise of Renter Nation - What You Need to Know! 1:34:18

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Join us for today’s episode as we dive into the hottest real estate headlines. Zillow Gone Wild is facing a $300K copyright infringement suit from a real estate photographer, which could shake up the way property photos are used online. Consumer watchdogs are advising buyers to pay agents '2% or less' amidst shifting commission rates, with the typi…

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Are rates going UP or Down?? When will housing affordability return?? 1:05:21

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Join us for today's episode as we dive into the latest and most critical real estate headlines. Over 10 million home sellers are being targeted in a massive class-action media blitz. We’ll discuss what this means for the industry and those involved. EXP Realty has made a bold move by halting broker-to-broker compensation, but with some notable cave…

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Are home prices FALLING? 1:14:46

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This Week in Real Estate, we will talk about CoStar Group's Q2 revenue surged with $55M from Homes.com bookings—what's driving this growth? We’ll untangle the proposed NAR settlement and its ripple effects on appraisals and agent data transparency. Colorado officials just said no to mandatory buyer agreements; we’ll explore what this means for cons…

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Homebuyer Alert: Rising Prices, Falling Rates & Best States for Real Estate in 2024! 1:10:06

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Join us on this week’s podcast as we dive into the latest real estate headlines making waves across the nation! We’ll discuss the DOJ’s reopening of its investigation into the National Association of Realtors and the new criteria released by the Consumer Watchdog CFA for evaluating home buyer contract forms. In swing states, the typical homebuyer’s…

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High home prices AND high home supply? What is going on?! 54:34

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What in the world is happening? This doesn't make any sense! SUPPLY is up AND home PRICES are up?? How does this happen? Join us this week on the podcast as we unpack the latest real estate headlines that are making waves! Discover the buyer behind REcolorado as legal battles and questions continue to swirl. We'll delve into the recent censure of C…

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Housing on Sale? Home prices finally drop?? 49:15

1y ago49:15

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Join us this week on the podcast as we dive into the latest real estate news and trends that are shaping the market! From legal battles to market shifts, we’ve got it all covered. We’ll discuss why sellers are appealing the Keller Williams, Anywhere, and RE/MAX settlements, and explore the upheaval at REColorado as the board gets ousted amidst plan…

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Are some markets 40% overvalued?? & Why are homes shrinking?? 1:11:38

1y ago1:11:38

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Welcome to this week's episode of "This Week in Real Estate"! Today, we're diving into some of the hottest topics shaping the market. The DOJ's recent filing could give REX a second chance in its Zillow dispute, and a judge denies a stay order after plaintiffs argue against the NAR deal. Meanwhile, a DOJ inquiry delays the settlement-related docume…

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Homes Sales Drop! Is the RUN UP Finally OVER?? 45:10

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Welcome to this week's episode of "This Week in Real Estate," titled "Home Sales Drop! Is the RUN UP Finally OVER??" We tackle the most pressing issues in the real estate market today. The DOJ pushes back against NAR’s rehearing request, while Andy Florance discusses the Homes.com platform and the misconceptions about 'pure buyer agency.' Discover …