Real’s RE/MAX Deal Clears a Key U.S. Antitrust Hurdle
The DOJ granted early termination of the HSR waiting period for Real’s proposed RE/MAX combination — one hurdle down, shareholder votes still ahead.
Agents & Brokerages
News for real estate agents and brokerages: commissions, recruiting, business models, and the industry changes reshaping how agents work in 2026.
Keller Williams Buys Jason Mitchell Group’s Referral Machine
KW acquired Jason Mitchell Group — $5.9B in 2025 volume built on lender and portal referrals — adding a ‘teamerage’ engine to the largest agent network.
Buyer-Agent Compensation After the Commission Changes: What Sellers Can Still Do
Sellers can still fund buyer-agent compensation after the commission changes — just not through the MLS. Here are the options.
Real Estate Commission Negotiation in 2026: What Consumers Should Understand
Real estate commissions are negotiated up front now. What buyers and sellers should understand before signing anything.
Open Houses After Buyer Agreement Changes: What Buyers and Agents Should Know
Visiting an open house does not require signing a buyer agreement. What the new rules actually say for buyers and agents.
Buyer Agency Agreements in 2026: What Buyers, Sellers and Agents Need to Know After the Commission Changes
Buyer agency agreements are now central to home shopping. Here’s what buyers, sellers and agents should know after commission changes.
Clear Cooperation in 2026: What NAR’s MLS Rules Mean for Private Listings, Office Exclusives and Seller Choice
NAR’s Clear Cooperation policy still shapes how homes reach the MLS. Here’s what sellers, buyers and agents should know in 2026.