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In a report to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 6, CoStar Group said it is making changes to its board of directors, adding Christine M. McCarthy, John Berisford and Rachel C. Glaser, with hedge fund investors D.E. Shaw and Third Point in support. Former board chair Michael R. Klein, Christopher J. Nassetta…

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Ongoing lawsuits leave the real estate industry facing an uncertain future, with real estate professionals unsure which business practices will remain in place. Disputes on your team shouldn’t have to go as far as a courtroom, but conflict resolution is a vital skill as an agent. Being part of a team gives you a chance…

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Well over 30 years ago, just out of high school with no career plan in mind, Jeff Quintin took a job as a drive-in teller at a local New Jersey bank. It wasn’t long before a life plan took shape. “I saw the big checks that real estate agents were cashing,” Quintin said. “I figured,…

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Realtor®.com’s parent company has dropped a long-running and acrimonious lawsuit against rival CoStar, according to a court filing today, with a spokesperson saying the company “has chosen to settle” with an ex-employee who was accused of stealing data after joining Homes.com. James Kaminsky, a former writer and editor for Realtor.com who was laid off in…

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Real estate data platform PropStream has announced the company will attend the Real Estate Standards Organization’s (RESO) 2025 RESO Spring conference, to be held in Tucson, Arizona April 15-16.  PropStream’s CEO, Brian Tepfer, and Head of Industry Relations, Jessica Richardson, will be in attendance to discuss the vital role real estate data and predictive AI…

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Editor’s note: The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. MLS PIN settlement delayed by judge At the recent hearing in the notorious case of Nosalek vs. MLS PIN, Judge Patti Saris decided to delay the preliminary approval of the proposed settlement. Saris…

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In the wake of the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) recent decision to stand by the Clear Cooperation Policy, which also added an (ostensibly) new avenue to protect the privacy of listings, brokers are reporting that for the most part, they don’t see a significant need for more “flexibility” in their markets. Respondents to RISMedia’s…

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Universal Consulting Opportunities (UCO), a subsidiary of Stellar MLS, has announced it was invited to join nearly 1,000 real estate professionals from across India to provide expert guidance on introducing the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) model as part of a conference hosted by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) India. “NARVIGATE 2025,” held March 21-22…

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After celebrating another class of real estate rookie superstars in 2024, RISMedia has announced that nominations for its fourth-annual Real Estate Rookie of the Year contest will open soon. The 2025 Rookie of the Year award, designed to honor real estate professionals who are new to the business yet achieving extraordinary results, recognizes novice agents…

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ERA Key Realty Services of Northbridge, Massachusetts, has announced that Team Blue in its Wilmington, Massachusetts office has been named the number one team in ERA Real Estate. Wilmington’s Team Blue, which includes team leader Lori Penney, Linda DuCharme, Tim Penney, Janelle Penney, Tatum Teague, Alex Wargo and Marissa Zarrella, was also recently named the…

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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central, a regional brokerage with headquarters in Charleston, West Virginia, has announced it has joined forces with market leading Redd, Brown and Williams Real Estate Services, INC, a multi-office real estate and appraisal firm in Eastern Kentucky. Now doing business as Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Redd, Brown…

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RISMedia has announced a newly expanded industry awards celebration to be held during its 37th Annual CEO & Leadership Exchange taking place Sept. 3-5 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. During this year’s event, RISMedia will be merging two of its most prestigious annual celebrations—the Real Estate Newsmakers Dinner and the Power Broker Dinner—into…

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The numbers tell the story of residential real estate’s tumultuous year in 2024. Faced with an unprecedented combination of circumstances—from the nearly $1B paid out to settle the Burnett lawsuit to the August 17 mandated rule changes to stubborn inflation, escalating home prices and sparse inventory—it should come as no surprise that the results of…

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Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE) has announced recent honors given to top-performing member firms and individuals at an awards event held during its Annual Conference at Wynn Las Vegas. The luncheon event was a highlight of the network’s 2025 Conference Week, which also included a series of specialized events that attracted participants…

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The main news topic on everyone’s minds this week—tariffs—took center stage during Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech Friday morning in Arlington, Virginia. More than initially expected, Trump’s tariffs are likely to trigger even higher inflation and slower growth, warned Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell  “While uncertainty remains elevated, it is now becoming clear…

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The U.S. labor market appears to be settling out to a “healthy” level following recent years of ups and downs, but the latest tariffs announcement has economists uncertain for the future. The U.S. added 228,000 jobs in March, and the unemployment rate rose ever so slightly to 4.2% (up from 4.1% in February), according to…

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RealPage, a leading provider of real estate software, filed a lawsuit against the City of Berkeley, California, this week, challenging a new ordinance that bans the use of algorithmic pricing tools for rental properties. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, seeks to block the ordinance from taking effect on April 24, claiming it violates constitutional…

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There are many features that can make a home attractive to a potential buyer—good neighborhood, proximity to schools and grocery shopping, potential for equity-building and modern (or vintage) architecture.  But what about energy savings? This oft-overlooked aspect of the modern era holds great potential for utility savings—which can increase the final sales price of a…

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Above, the team at CENTURY 21 Morrison Realty Century 21 Real Estate LLC has announced CENTURY 21 Morrison Realty in North Dakota as the recipient of the 2025 CENTURY 21® Art Bartlett 2100 Cup Award at its recent Top Agent Retreat in Anaheim, California. One of the top honors in the CENTURY® 21 System, the…

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Above: A dynamic space designed to evolve with a growing family, the dedicated children’s floor is the true heart of the home. Property highlights: Location: Saddle River, New Jersey Listing Price: $3.7 million Features: Luxury estate with six bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. Added Appeal: Kids’ floor, home theater, wine cellar, spa suite and wellness spaces.…

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