High-Producing Tammy Register Team Moves to eXp Realty

eXp Realty® has announced that veteran North Carolina real estate leader Tammy Register has officially joined the brokerage, bringing her 15-agent team and five operational staff with her. Based in the Raleigh-Durham metro area, The Tammy Register Team closed more than $88 million in sales volume across 316 transactions in 2024. Register is a well… …more

Compass Announces Hire of New Chief Economist

Above, Mike Simonsen Compass has announced that it has hired its first-ever chief economist: Mike Simonsen, a respected entrepreneur who has spent the last 35 years building software and two decades dedicated to real estate data. At Compass, he will focus on helping agents and their clients better understand housing market analytics in real time. “Mike… …more

Plaintiff Attorneys Reviewing Settlement Compliance of 25 MLSs, Associations

Coming up on a year from the implementation of new policies required by the National Association of Realtors®’ (NAR) settlement, plaintiffs are pushing forward with more specific enforcement oversight, as a court filing late last week revealed that at least 25 Realtor® associations and MLSs have received demands to prove they are complying with the… …more

Court Report: Agents Cry Foul on ‘Fake Leads’ Case; NAR Asks Again for Discrimination Suit Dismissal

Editor’s note: The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. NAR asks judge to throw out the remainder of lawsuit by former employee In April, a federal judge in Illinois dismissed four out of five claims Roshani Sheth, a former product manager for… …more

Forbes Global Properties Announces West Coast Regional Meeting

Forbes Global Properties has announced its 2025 West Coast Regional Meeting will take place July 21–22 at the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. The two-day event will welcome brokerage owners, executives and agents for collaboration, market discussions and curated residential property showcases. The meeting will be hosted by Carolwood Estates, the… …more

Why Top Real Estate Pros Are Switching to All-in-One Platforms

In today’s real estate market, complexity is the norm. Deals are slower, margins are tighter, and tech fatigue is real. For agents and brokers already juggling compliance requirements, client expectations, and razor-thin timelines, a bloated tech stack isn’t just inconvenient—it’s costing business. That’s why top-performing teams are trading fragmented systems for all-in-one platforms designed to… …more

Realtor.com Acquires Zenlist

Realtor.com® has announced it has acquired Zenlist, a real estate technology business known for its collaborative search and productivity tools designed for agents and their clients. The portal stated that this acquisition advances its strategy to deliver solutions that provide agents and industry partners with greater insight and value—while creating a more connected, transparent and… …more

Compass Expands in Colorado with Affiliation of PorchLight Real Estate Group

Compass, Inc. has announced the affiliation of PorchLight Real Estate Group, an independent brokerage based in Colorado.  PorchLight’s team of agents will gain access to more inventory, a leading technology platform and an expansive referral network, as stated in a release. “I’m excited to welcome the talented agents of PorchLight who have built a reputation… …more

NAHB Awards Program Now Accepting Applications

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has announced that its awards program is now open. The NAHB Awards Program highlights the best and brightest in the residential construction industry in a variety of categories. Applications are now open for the following: Best in American Living™ Awards — sponsored by SMEG — spotlights the most… …more

HUD, OMB Eliminate Core Policies From Biden-Era Home Appraisal Task Force

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) announced Thursday that it would be terminating key polices from the Biden administration’s Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) Task Force—an initiative launched to address racial bias in home appraisals. According to a release from HUD, the termination… …more

Rich Media Isn’t a Luxury. It’s Your New Standard.

Today’s buyers don’t just want to see a listing. They want to experience it. In a digital-first world, scrolling through static photos and skimming dry descriptions doesn’t cut it anymore. Buyers expect more, and honestly, they deserve it. They want to imagine walking through the front door, taking in the layout, getting a feel for… …more

Housing Affordability Melts as Market Heats Up for Summer

As the summer housing market is heats up, it appears that affordability melted for many homebuyers in May, according to the latest National Association of Realtors®’ (NAR) Housing Affordability Index. NAR’s data saw the qualifying income needed to buy a home increase by 3.3% to $108,192 in May (based on a 25% qualifying ratio for… …more

From Listing to Loan: Integrating Pre-Sale Financing Options into Initial Client Conversations

Forward-thinking brokerages are discovering a powerful revenue strategy while providing enhanced client value: integrating pre-sale home-loan discussions directly into listing presentations. Through platforms like HouseAmp, brokerages with mortgage companies can now underwrite these loans themselves, creating new revenue streams while becoming comprehensive real estate solution providers. The untapped opportunity Most brokerages focus exclusively on selling… …more

Top Tokens of Appreciation After a Referral

Extending a gift to clients after closing is a time-honored (though certainly not mandatory) real estate practice. Another person to consider giving a gift to is the individual who connected you and your client in the first place. A referral often only comes about because of a relationship you’ve built, so make sure you maintain… …more

Century 21 Announces Affiliation of Utah-Based CENTURY 21 Edges

Century 21 Real Estate LLC has announced the affiliation of Edge Real Estate, located in Kaysville, Utah—located roughly 30 miles from the state capital Salt Lake City. The brokerage was founded two years ago by current broker/owner Tiffany Kennard, who is also joined in leadership by her son, Taylor Kennard. Now doing business as CENTURY… …more

New-Agent Superstars: Meet the Western-Region Rookie of the Year Finalists

Earlier this week, RISMedia announced the Top 25 regional finalists for its 2025 Real Estate Rookie of the Year award, sponsored by Colibri Real Estate. The program, now in its fourth year, is designed to honor new real estate agents who are achieving extraordinary results in their rookie year. Five regional winners will be chosen… …more

Remodeling Market Sentiment Sees Q2 Dip: Report

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index for Q2, posting a reading of 59, down four points compared to the previous quarter. While the reading of 59 is still in positive territory, NAHB stated that this is only the second time the RMI has dipped below 60 since… …more

REsides Redefines MLS with Subscription Tiers

REsides has announced the launch of its three-tiered subscription model: REsides Essential, REsides Select and REsides Premier. REsides said the subscription tiers are designed to offer freedom to agents and brokers to avoid hidden costs and frivolous fines. “Agents and brokers have been asking for smarter tech, fewer barriers, and the freedom to grow on… …more

Balancing Success With Well-Being

Above: Keisha Williams Keisha Williams didn’t just leave her lending job—she walked straight into a calling. After more than a decade behind a desk, she wanted something more hands-on, more human. So she pivoted into real estate, bringing her financial expertise and a deep love for people with her.  A broker with Fulton Grace Realty… …more

Mortgage Rates Increase Following Strong Jobs Report

Following five weeks of falls, mortgage rates reversed course and saw an increase this week, according to the recent Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey. Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist, pointed to a “stronger than expected jobs report” as a reason for the increase in rates. Realtor.com Senior Economic Research Analyst Hannah Jones agreed… …more